Making it big in Hollywood has never been easy. But, despite all odds, several actors and actresses have gone all the way up the ladder. They have worked hard, proved their worth, and made their mark in the industry. With all of the hard work that goes into making their career successful, it is only a given that they have a matching bank account to show for it. And, oh well, a lot of them, both men and women, have done incredibly well in that department. Of the women, 30-year-old Jennifer Lawrence ranks very high as she is currently one of the richest actresses in the world.
Lawrence started her movie career in 2006, but it was not until years later that she became widely recognized after starring as shape-shifting mutant Mystique in the 2011 film X-men: First Class. The following year, she appeared as Katniss Everdeen in The Hunger Games, which fully launched her into the international scene. Lawrence would go on to reprise her role as Katniss in the Hunger Games sequels, and by now, the film star had proven that she was indeed a force to reckon with. For two consecutive years; 2015 and 2016, Lawrence was named the highest-paid actress in the world in 2013. Additionally, Time Magazine named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world. In 2020, Celebrity Net Worth revealed Lawrence's net worth to be an estimated $160 million. With these achievements and several others, one might wonder what Lawrence does with her money and if now, she is still worth all that money. Read on to find out!
6 No More Anxiety!
Did you know Jennifer Lawrence suffered from anxiety as a child? We are as surprised as you! Born in Louisville, Kentucky, the actress once struggled with social anxiety, causing her parents to sign her up for therapy was signed into therapy. Therapy however did very little for a young Lawrence and it was not until she started acting that her anxiety got better. Lawrence's first time acting was in a church play when she was nine, and from then, it became a regular thing for her. Now, decades later, she is one of the most successful actresses in Hollywood, and one can't help but smile, thinking of how a mental health disorder led her to her dreams.
5 She Lands Big Roles
Jennifer Lawrence is not just called one of Hollywood's most talented actresses; she has earned the right to be called so. Starting her career in 2006 in the television film Company Town, Lawrence has since appeared in blockbusters like X-Men. However, she is best known for her role as Katniss Everdeen in the Hunger Games, which grossed over $2.3 billion in international sales, making it one of her highest-earning movies ever. The first movie in this franchise came with a $500,000 paycheck. Not so much right? Well, Lawrence’s price went up after the first installment of The Hunger Games as she reportedly earned around $50 million for the subsequent Hunger Games films. Today, Lawrence reportedly earns millions of dollars for a role, accounting for her huge net worth.
4 Lawrence Bags Big Endorsements
Seeing how popular Lawrence has become over the years, it was only a given that she became highly sought after by big brands across the world. But unlike other Hollywood stars, she has only been associated with one brand. The actress struck gold in 2012 when she was signed as the face of luxury brand Dior. She has since appeared in several campaigns for the fashion brand. And not only do we get to see her beautiful face often, the actress also gets to increase her earnings. At the time she raked in about $20 million with that single deal, increasing her already impressive net worth at the time.
3 She Became A Producer
Following her success as an actress, Lawrence figured she could branch into other aspects of the industry, and that, she did. Lawrence took up her interest in filmmaking a notch higher in 2018 when she started her own production company, Excellent Cadaver. The actress is expected to work alongside her producing partner Justine Polsky. They currently have a few movies in the works, and no doubt, these two will bring more magic to the film industry.
2 Lawrence Spoils Herself
All work and no play make Lawrence a dull girl, and might we add that all work and no spoil makes her an even more lifeless girl. Lawrence recognizes this, so it is no surprise that the actress spends lavishly on herself. The actress is the proud owner of an $8.2 million house in Beverly Hills. In 2016, she bought a multi-million dollar penthouse apartment in the Upper East Side of New York City but eventually sold it in 2020. Lawrence also owns an apartment in Tribeca, New York, valued at almost $9 million. However, the actress's New York City West Village apartment bought for 22 million is her most expensive apartment so far. Lawrence sure knows how to put her millions to good use!
1 Jennifer Is Still Worth Millions!
Over the years, Jennifer Lawrence has starred in multiple blockbusters, which have grossed billions of dollars in the box office. And while the actress has evidently put her money to good use over the years, she is still worth a lot of money. According to MoneyInc and several other outlets, Lawrence is currently worth $130 million. Looks like this actress has a lot more spoiling to do!