Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson Ends Robert Downey Jr.’s Reign as Highest Paid Actor in the World

Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson Ends Robert Downey Jr.’s Reign as Highest Paid Actor in the World Action star outpaces Jackie Chan, Matt Damon, and Tom Cruise to top Forbes’ annual ranking Dwayne Johnson‘s nonstop work ethic is paying off — literally. The Rock is now the world’s highest paid actor, according to Forbes, who estimate his earnings for the last year at a staggering $64.5 million, taking down three time list-topper Robert Downey Jr., who slipped into ninth place on this year’s annual ranking with $33 million. Johnson ranked number 11 last year with around $31 million, meaning he has more than doubled his earnings. Dwayne Johnson Mourns 7-Year-Old Fan Who Died of Cancer Jackie Chan once again ranked number two with $61 million. Despite the fact Chan hasn’t had a hit a movie in the United States in years, he continues to rake in money thanks to the burgeoning Chinese box office. Ford appeared in the blockbuster hit Star Wars: The Force Awakens, reprising his iconic role of Han Solo. Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson Goes to Jail in New 'Fast 8' Image Read original story Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson Ends Robert Downey Jr.’s Reign as Highest Paid Actor in the World At TheWrap