Ryan Seacrest — $71.5 Million

From host to producer and radio personality, Ryan Seacrest’s annual salary reflects his diverse skill set. Seacrest shot to fame for hosting American Idols, after working several small hosting jobs for ESPN and NBC. He hosted Idols from its first season to its last, eventually serving as a producer on the show.

Seacrest also has a deal with NBC and E! News network to cover various live red-carpet events. In 2017, he was unveiled as the new Host of Live! With Kelly and Ryan, replacing Michael Strahan on the show. Shortly after starting on the show, Seacrest announced that he would be hosting a reboot of Idols.