When it comes to hit television sitcoms, there is one that always comes to mind, The Big Bang Theory! The show first came to prominence back in 2007 and introduced fans to characters Sheldon Cooper, Penny, and Leonard Hofstadter, played by the Big Bang Theory cast, Jim Parsons, Kaley Cuoco, and Johnny Galecki, to name a few.
The show went on to run for a whopping 12 seasons, becoming one of the biggest shows ever, and rightfully so! During its final season, Jim Parsons announced his departure, despite being offered huge money to stay. His absence certainly had an impact, however, the show remains legendary in every way.
In addition to the show's success, the cast made headlines when they reached a deal earning themselves $1 million per episode. While we know how much the cast members earned, who comes out on top with the highest net worth? Let's find out!
Who Is The Richest 'Big Bang Theory' Cast Member?
The Big Bang Theory will certainly go down as one of the best sitcoms, ever! After its start back in 2007, the show had a successful run up until its series finale back in 2019. The end was no easier for the cast than it was for fans, who have invested their everything into some of television's most iconic characters, including Raj, Howard, and of course, Sheldon.
During the cast's final table read, it was a waterfall of emotions when the theme song played over the speakers one last time. Not only has the show proven itself to be unmatched, but it is also a sitcom that stands alongside shows such as Friends, Golden Girls, and Full House when it comes to its catchy and iconic theme song.
In addition to breaking ratings records and bringing science buffs to the mainstream, the cast of Big Bang Theory also went on to make headlines after the show's leads went on to make a whopping $1 million per episode!
This allowed both Kaley Cuoco and Johnny Galecki, who played Penny and Leonard, to amass their matching $100 million net worths, however it is actually Jim Parsons that comes out on top.
Jim Parsons has a net worth of $160 million! The star made quite the salary during his time on the show, bringing in an impressive $177.7 million for all 12 seasons, says Celebrity Net Worth.
In addition to his time on the show, Parsons and the rest of the cast will go on to earn $10 million per year for the next decade in royalties alone! Considering the show earned over $1 billion after a single year of syndication, it is clear that the cast, and Parsons, will continue to make millions for a show they're no longer on. How legendary, right?
Jim also works on Young Sheldon, providing the narration for most of the show's action, making Big Bang Theory his biggest and most profitable job yet!