Ariana Grande's net worth is soaring higher than ever, thanks to her incredible success in music, acting, and beyond. And her role in Wicked could push her earnings to new heights, reportedly making her the highest-paid cast member with a jaw-dropping $15 million payday.
Let's break it down. Ariana's wealth isn't just about the music. Sure, her albums like Thank U, Next and Positions have topped charts and sold millions, but she's also making bank from acting gigs, endorsements, and entrepreneurial ventures. She earned an estimated $513,000 from her time on Nickelodeon's Victorious-and that was just the beginning. As the bubbly Glinda in the highly anticipated Wicked film adaptation, Ariana is back in her acting bag, with fans eagerly awaiting her return to the big screen.
Her Wicked paycheck isn't her only notable acting gig. Ariana also raked in a hefty $25 million during her stint as a coach on NBC's The Voice. To put that in perspective, that's $10 million more than what Kelly Clarkson earned for the same role. Clearly, Ariana's star power commands a premium price.
$15M for Wicked adds to $230M net worth
With a staggering fortune of $230 million, Ariana has firmly established herself as one of the most bankable stars in entertainment. But music remains her bread and butter. Her tours are a money-making machine, with the Sweetener World Tour grossing an eye-popping $243.5 million globally. Add to that her Coachella headlining gig in 2019, which reportedly paid her $8 million, and her earnings from chart-topping singles like "7 Rings" and "No Tears Left to Cry." Speaking of singles, Ariana has moved 93.5 million digital units, cementing her as one of the biggest artists of her generation.
Then there's her booming beauty empire. Her fragrance line, which started with three scents in 2017, grossed $150 million in its debut year alone. Now, with 14 fragrances and a makeup line under r.e.m. beauty, Ariana has expanded her empire into the billion-dollar beauty industry. Her fragrance Cloud was so popular that one reportedly sold every 11 seconds in 2021.
With Wicked on cinemas and her diverse portfolio, Ariana's $230 million net worth seems like just the beginning. As she once said, "I've always just loved making music that feels like it represents me," and it seems her artistry continues to resonate far beyond the stage and studio.