The Highest-Paid TV Hosts of All Time

Tyra Banks

This former model, actress, and television presenter launched her career at the age of 15 when she became the first Black woman to be featured on the covers of GQ and the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. Banks makes $16 million per year and is worth $90 million. She is best known for creating and hosting the long-running reality TV series America's Next Top Model for twenty-two seasons.

John Oliver

John Oliver has been hosting Last Week Tonight with John Oliver since 2014. The British comedian began his career in standup before writing for The Daily Show, where he won three Primetime Emmy Awards. Oliver earns $8 million per year and has a net worth of $30 million.

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