The Highest-Paid Female Actors Of 2025 (Earnings Revealed)

Hollywood’s pay gap has been under scrutiny for years, but 2025 shows a clear shift. Female actors now secure huge paydays from films, streaming, endorsements, and their own companies. Here’s the list of top earners this year, with incomes revealed and projects ahead.

Margot Robbie $59 Million

Main Income Sources

Residuals from Barbie (which continues to stream globally), Warner Bros. producing deals, and her upcoming Gotham Sirens film.

Why She’s #1?

Robbie's success isn't only about her acting. Her company, LuckyChap, has become a powerhouse in Hollywood, producing female-led stories that consistently dominate at the box office and on streaming platforms.

Career Note

She’s gone from The Wolf of Wall Street breakout star to one of the most influential producers in less than a decade.

Upcoming Projects

The Gotham Sirens (2025) is a Netflix drama series in early production.

Zendaya $42 Million

Main Income Sources

Final season of HBO’s Euphoria, Dune: Part Two royalties, and luxury endorsements with Valentino and Bulgari.

Why She’s On Top?

Zendaya is in her prime years — balancing acting, producing, and fashion campaigns. Her producing credits on Euphoria secured backend profits that boosted her total to over $40M this year.

Career Note

Starting with Disney Channel, she now stands as one of the most bankable faces in both Hollywood and the fashion industry.

Upcoming Projects

Sports romance drama at Apple TV+, ongoing Dior campaigns.

Jennifer Lawrence $39 Million

Main Income Sources

Netflix's No Hard Feelings 2 ($20M upfront), Dior brand contract, and indie production earnings.

Why She’s Here?

Lawrence has found her niche — mixing blockbuster streaming salaries with prestige indie roles. Netflix and Apple are both competing to keep her on board.

Career Note

After taking a career break in 2019, Lawrence is now back among the highest-paid consistently.

Upcoming Projects

Biopic of Anna Wintour, additional Netflix collaborations.

Emma Stone $35 Million

Main Income Sources

Academy Award-winning role in Poor Things, Disney’s Cruella 2 contract, plus multiple endorsements.

Why She’s On The List?

Disney’s upfront payments and backend bonuses keep her in the elite group. Cruella proved she could lead a live-action franchise, and Poor Things brought award-season prestige.

Career Note

Stone consistently negotiates strong deals combining artistry and profitability.

Upcoming Projects

Cruella 2 (2025).

Scarlett Johansson $32 Million

Main Income Sources

Tower of Terror (Disney, $25M), producing deals with Amazon and MGM Studios.

Why She’s Still Strong?

Even after exiting the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Johansson remains a top draw for Disney. Her shift into producing has kept her relevant financially.

Career Note

A decade-long Marvel run made her one of Hollywood’s highest-paid actresses in history.

Upcoming Projects

Amazon thriller series, as well as additional film production roles.

Gal Gadot $30 Million

Main Income Sources

Heart of Stone 2 (Netflix, big-budget deal), Revlon campaigns, international endorsements.

Why She Made It?

Gadot benefits from Netflix’s push for female-led action franchises. While Wonder Woman 3 is stalled, her streaming projects keep her highly paid.

Career Note

Known globally, she draws significant revenue from international markets.

Upcoming Projects

Cleopatra biopic (2026).

Angelina Jolie $28 Million

Main Income Sources

Maleficent 3 ($20M upfront), directing projects, and fashion house collaborations.

Why She’s Relevant?

Disney continues to bet big on Jolie as a family-friendly draw. She remains one of the most recognisable global stars.

Career Note

Splitting her time between acting and directing, Jolie is still among Hollywood’s most powerful women.

Upcoming Projects

Maleficent 3 (Disney, late 2025).

Reese Witherspoon $27 Million

Main Income Sources

The Morning Show ($2M per episode at Apple TV+) is a production by Hello Sunshine.

Why She’s Here?

Reese doesn’t need to work constantly on screen — her producing empire is where the bulk of her income lies. With Hello Sunshine valued at nearly $1B, she’s one of Hollywood’s savviest entrepreneurs.

Career Note

From Legally Blonde star to business mogul.

Upcoming Projects

Producing multiple rom-coms for Apple and Netflix.

Millie Bobby Brown $25 Million

Main Income Sources

Stranger Things ($1M per episode for the final season), Enola Holmes 3 ($10M).

Why She’s Rising?

At just 21, Brown is already one of the youngest stars to hit this level of income. Netflix continues to anchor her career with guaranteed multi-film deals.

Career Note

Her transition from child star to leading actress has been seamless.

Upcoming Projects

Damsel (Netflix fantasy release).

Jennifer Aniston $23 Million

Main Income Sources

The Morning Show, Aveeno, and Smartwater endorsements.

Why She Still Ranks?

Aniston remains a consistent earner with one of TV’s most expensive contracts. Her endorsement deals keep her earnings stable even outside acting.

Career Note

She’s been on the highest-paid lists for over two decades.

Upcoming Projects

The Morning Show season 4.

Rising Stars To Watch

While established A-listers dominate the top 10, several younger names are climbing fast:

• Florence Pugh is estimated to have earned $18 million in 2025, with roles in Thunderbolts and indie hits.
• Sydney Sweeney crossing $15M, boosted by Anyone But You success and HBO deals.
• Ana de Armas has an estimated net worth of around $14 million, having built a career as an action star through Netflix franchises.

These rising stars are likely candidates for next year’s top 10.

Key Trends Shaping 2025 Salaries

The Streaming Boom

Apple TV+, Netflix, and Amazon are paying more than traditional studios. Stars like Brown and Lawrence are benefiting most.

Multi-Role Deals

Actors who serve as producers (Robbie, Zendaya, and Witherspoon) command higher pay thanks to backend profits and ownership rights.

Fashion & Lifestyle Endorsements

Zendaya, Gadot, and Lawrence all add millions to their earnings with fashion contracts, highlighting the blend of Hollywood and luxury marketing.

Legacy Stars Still Cash In

Aniston and Jolie prove longevity still pays off. While newer names emerge, established stars continue to land multimillion-dollar contracts.

Conclusion

The highest-paid female actors of 2025 show a clear pattern: those who diversify acting, producing, and brand partnerships outpace those relying solely on salaries. Margot Robbie's top spot is a direct result of smart business moves, while Zendaya's blend of acting and fashion solidifies her as the industry's next long-term icon.

For fans and industry watchers, the key takeaway is straightforward: expect even bigger paydays as streaming platforms compete for exclusive content. And if you're tracking rising talent, Florence Pugh and Sydney Sweeney could be the ones cracking this list next year.