Highlights
- The cast of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, including Danny DeVito, Kaitlin Olson, and Rob McElhenney, are worth millions.
- The show has been renewed through Season 18, and the entire cast is expected to continue their roles in subsequent seasons.
The FX sitcom It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia premiered in the summer of 2005 and it quickly became a hit. More than sixteen years later the sitcom is still running and it has a total of 15 seasons, making it one of the longest running sitcoms in TV history. Fans across the globe just can't seem to stop talking about the show, and they can't get enough of Charlie, Dennis, Mac, Sweet Dea, and co. — and it certainly doesn't seem like the sitcom is getting canceled anytime soon, and gladly so!
Today, we're taking a look at just how rich the cast of the sitcom is. Considering the success many of the stars have had, including real-life couple Kaitlin Olson and Rob McElhenney, it's no surprise they're worth millions, but how many millions? Let's find out!
It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia first began out back in 2005, and the cast reportedly earned an estimated $10,000 per episode. However, that isn't the case anymore! Danny DeVito, who plays Frank Reynolds, comes out on top with a net worth of $80 million. Kaitlin Olson and Rob McElhenney, who met on the series and fell madly in love, tying the knot in 2008, are worth a collective $100 million! Charlie Day doesn't fall too far behind with a net worth of $30 million, and considering his character, Charlie Kelly, is easily a fan fav, it's no surprise he's done so well for himself!
Updated on August 18, 2023: Season 16 of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia came to an end in July 2023, but the show will be returning. As fans of the show are likely already aware, back in 2020, it was already renewed through Season 18. The entire cast is expected to reprise their roles in subsequent seasons. In addition to new episodes of the show, three of the cast members -- Rob McElhenney, Charlie Day, and Glenn Howerton -- have started a podcast together about the show, fittingly called "The Always Sunny Podcast". Meanwhile, Kaitlin Olson is expected to appear in the next season of the comedy Hacks (while still appearing on Sunny) and Danny Devito is continuing his iconic film career, with several movie projects in the works. It's safe to say that none of these stars will be out of work anytime soon, and their net worths will almost certainly continue to rise. Oh, and the fact that Rob McElhenney bought a soccer team should be good for his net worth,too.
10 Chad Coleman Net Worth: $1.5 Million
Kicking the list off is Chad Coleman who plays Z on It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia. Besides this role, Chad is best known for appearing in shows like The Wire, The Walking Dead, and The Expanse, as well as movies such as Horrible Bosses and Brother to Brother. According to Celebrity Net Worth, Chad Coleman is currently estimated to have a net worth of $1.5 million.
9 Brittany Daniel Net Worth: $4 Million
Next on the list is Brittany Daniel who portrays Carmen on It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia. Besides this role, Brittany is best known for starring in movies like Loveless in Los Angeles, Rampage: The Hillside Strangler Murders, and The Hamiltons — as well as shows such as Sweet Valley High and The Game. According to Celebrity Net Worth, Brittany Daniel is currently estimated to have a net worth of $4 million.
8 Jimmi Simpson Net Worth: $6 Million
Let's move on to Jimmi Simpson who plays Liam McPoyle in the popular sitcom. Besides this role, Jimmi is best known for appearing in movies like The Invention of Lying, Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter, and Under the Silver Lake, as well as shows such as Psych, Breakout Kings, House of Cards, Hap and Leonard, Westworld, and Black Mirror.A ccording to Celebrity Net Worth, Jimmi Simpson is currently estimated to have a net worth of $6 million.
7 David Hornsby Net Worth: $10 Million
David Hornsby who plays Matthew "Rickety Cricket" Mara on It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia is next on our list. Besides this role, David is best known for appearing in shows like Good Girls, Idiotsitter, and How to Be a Gentleman — as well as movies such as Christmas With the Kranks, Aliens vs. Predator: Requiem, and Minority Report. According to Celebrity Net Worth, David Hornsby is currently estimated to have a net worth of $10 million.
6 Glenn Howerton Net Worth: $25 Million
Next on the list is Glenn Howerton who portrays Dennis Reynolds on It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia. Besides this role, Glenn is best known for starring in movies like Everything Must Go, How It Ends, and Crank: High Voltage, as well as shows such as A.P. Bio, The Mindy Project, and That '80s Show. According to Celebrity Net Worth, Glenn Howerton is said to be worth around $25 million.
5 Mary Elizabeth Ellis Net Worth: $30 Million
Let's move on to Mary Elizabeth Ellis who plays the waitress in the popular sitcom. Besides this role, the actress is best known for appearing in movies like The Truth About Lies, How It Ends, and Free State of Jones — as well as shows such as Santa Clarita Diet, Perfect Couples, and The Grinder. According to Celebrity Net Worth, Mary Elizabeth Ellis is thought to have a net worth of $30 million.
4 Charlie Day Net Worth: $30 Million
Charlie Day who plays on It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia is next on our list. Besides this role, Charlie is best known for appearing in shows like Luis, Third Watch, and The Cool Kids — as well as movies such as Horrible Bosses, I Love You, Daddy, and The Hollars.
According to Celebrity Net Worth, Charlie Day is well paid for his role and he is currently estimated to have a net worth of $30 million — which means that he shares his spot with his wife, Mary Elizabeth Ellis.
3 Rob McElhenney Net Worth: $50 Million
Opening up the top three on today's list is Rob McElhenney who portrays Ronald "Mac" McDonald on It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia. Besides this role, Rob is best known for starring in movies like Thirteen Conversations About One Thing, Wonder Boys, and The Tollbooth, as well as shows such as Lost, The Mindy Project, and Fargo. Oh, and you may also have seen him in the sports documentary, Welcome to Wrexham. That would be, the show documenting the soccer team he co-owns with Ryan Reynolds. It's not exactly surprising that, according to Celebrity Net Worth, Rob McElhenney is currently estimated to have a net worth of $50 million.
2 Kaitlin Olson Net Worth: $50 Million
The runner-up on today's list is Kaitlin Olson who plays Deandra "Sweet Dee" Reynolds in the popular sitcom. Besides this role, Kaitlin is best known for appearing in movies like Coyote Ugly, Escape from Planet Earth, and Weather Girl, as well as shows such as Flipped, The Mick, and Brickleberry. According to Celebrity Net Worth, Kaitlin Olson is currently estimated to have a net worth of $50 million — which means that she shares the spot with her husband Rob McElhenney.
1 Danny DeVito Net Worth: $80 Million
And finally, wrapping the list up at spot number one is Danny DeVito who plays Frank Reynolds on It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia. Besides this role, Danny is best known for appearing in shows like Taxi and Karen Sisco — as well as countless movies, including One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, Matilda, and The War of the Roses. According to Celebrity Net Worth, Danny DeVito is currently estimated to have a net worth of $80 million.