Net Worth

Joni Mitchell Net Worth

Published

10 months ago

Jun 14, 2025

Net Worth:	$150 Million
Age:	82
Born:	November 7, 1943
Gender:	Female
Height:	1.68 m (5 ft 6 in)
Country of Origin:	Canada
Source of Wealth:	Professional Singer
Last Updated:	Apr 17, 2026

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Introduction

Joni Mitchell is a Canadian professional singer and songwriter with an estimated net worth of $150 Million.

Tax Refund

Mitchell faced a significant legal battle in 1990 when she won a considerable tax case against California’s State Board of Equalization. Mitchell appeared in court alongside Gerald Beckley and Lee Bunnell, members of the band America. The dispute concerned the sales tax California charged when artists provided master tapes to their record companies. The state said the master tapes were physical property being sold, so they should be taxed. Mitchell and the other two band members challenged this interpretation, and the court sided with the artists.

The California court judged that the three artists were entitled to a refund totaling approximately $1 million for sales taxes and penalties they had paid to the state. It ruled that the performers’ services were the “true objects” of their recording contracts, rather than the master tapes. The victory meant Mitchell received over $566,000 in back taxes she had already paid.

Starbucks Collaboration

In 2025, Mitchell began a collaborative relationship with Starbucks, releasing two exclusive CDs: Joni Mitchell Artist’s Choice and Joni Mitchell: Selected Songs. In 2007, Mitchell signed a two-album deal with Hear Music, the partnership between Starbucks and Concord Music Group. Mitchell’s Shine album was released through Starbucks stores and traditional outlets. Shine was promoted as Mitchell’s comeback album, selling 40,000 copies in its first week in the United States. The album debuted at number 14 on the Billboard 200 chart, making it her highest US chart position since Hejira reached number 13 in 1976. By February 2008, Shine had sold 372,000 copies in the US alone.

Artwork Sales

Since retiring from the music business in 2006, Mitchell has focused on her career as an artist. She had painted throughout her music career, and retirement enabled her to focus more on creating her artwork. Her signed “Hendrix setting his guitar on fire at The Monterey Pop Festival in 1967” sold at Julien’s Auctions in 2023 for $22,400. Mitchell’s artwork uses multiple mediums and styles, which affects her pricing.

Some of her most valuable pieces are paintings of herself, with her “Self-Portrait with Keyboard” selling for $10,000 in June 2014. Her “Portrait of Graham Nash on paper” fetched $3,375 in 2010, and smaller pen drawings have sold at auction for around $1,792. Mitchell’s subjects often include famous people from her music world, including Bob Dylan and Jackson Browne. Mitchell’s carefully chosen collaborations and limited art releases demonstrate a measured and meaningful approach to business.

Reservoir Deal

In September 2021, Mitchell signed an administrative publishing deal with Reservoir Media. The agreement stipulated that the company would serve as the worldwide administrator of her music, while Mitchell would retain full ownership of her copyrights. The arrangement replaced her 24-year relationship with Sony Music Publishing, which had administered her catalog since 1997.

While Mitchell’s exact annual publishing financials aren’t publicly available, her catalog most likely generates millions of dollars. Her most popular songs are “Both Sides Now” and “Big Yellow Taxi,” which still generate royalties worldwide. Her music’s frequent use in films, television, and commercials would also provide ongoing revenue streams. Based on standard publishing administration deals, Reservoir likely charges between 15% and 20% of Mitchell’s revenue as its fee, which could mean hundreds of thousands of dollars annually for the company.

Divorce Settlements

Mitchell was married and divorced twice, and while her personal life has been well-documented, the financial details surrounding her divorces remain private.

Charles Mitchell Divorce

Mitchell first married Charles “Chuck” Mitchell in June 1965, months after meeting when she was still known as Roberta Joan Anderson. They performed together as a folk duo for a time, though this didn’t work out. Chuck was older and more traditional, reportedly preferring a structured folk sound, while Joni developed a deeply innovative songwriting style. Their marriage lasted just under two years, ending in 1967. The separation was mainly due to their personal and artistic incompatibility. Official records of the divorce proceedings remain private, and the couple had no children together. There is no indication that any financial settlements were made during the divorce.

Larry Klein Divorce

In 1982, Mitchell married bassist Larry Klein while working on her Wild Things Run Fast album. Their collaboration was intense, but the boundaries between their personal and professional lives began to strain the relationship over time. The couple divorced in 1994 due to those growing differences. The same year they divorced, they co-produced her Grammy-winning album Turbulent Indigo. Klein and Mitchell reportedly maintained an amicable separation and continued working together professionally. The lack of public financial information surrounding the divorce suggests a mutual separation.

Real Estate

Laurel Canyon Home

In 1968, Joni purchased a house on Lookout Mountain Avenue in Laurel Canyon, Los Angeles, with the royalties from her debut album, Song to a Seagull. Her home became the center of the Laurel Canyon musical community, inspiring Graham Nash’s hit single, “Our House.” Mitchell used the house as a creative retreat while producing her albums Blue, For the Roses, and Ladies of the Canyon.

She lived in the home until 1974, although there is no record of the house being sold, which suggests she may still own it. Another purchase is her 80-acre retreat in Sechelt, British Columbia, Canada. She bought the property in 1971, although little is known about it. She still owns the property and spends her time there when not living in LA.

Bel-Air Home

By July 1974, Mitchell had purchased a spacious Spanish-style property in Bel-Air for $350,000. The property, originally built in the 1920s, is situated above the Bel-Air Country Club. Mitchell worked with designer Sally Sirkin Lewis to renovate the property. It features six bedrooms, landscaped gardens, a swimming pool, and creative interiors. The living room has 14-foot ceilings filled with palms, Tiffany lamps, and Mitchell’s baby grand piano. Mitchell still lives in the property, using it to retreat from the world of music.

Hollywood Hills Home

In the late 1990s, Mitchell added a property in the Hollywood Hills to her investment portfolio. The house was purchased around 1997 and had three bedrooms, a family room, and half-acre grounds. The property was listed for sale in February 1999, with an asking price of $829,000. Mitchell never lived in the house herself as it was strictly an investment.

Philanthropy

Mitchell has consistently supported environmental causes and charitable organizations. On October 16, 1970, Mitchell joined James Taylor and Phil Ochs at a benefit concert in Vancouver, Canada, to oppose nuclear testing at Amchitka, Alaska. Over 10,000 people attended the concert, raising around $17,000. The event was such a huge success that it helped to launch Greenpeace. During that same year, Mitchell helped organize a fundraiser to raise awareness about nuclear testing in the Arctic, selling tickets at $3 to attract a younger audience.

In 1970, Mitchell released her anthem song “Big Yellow Taxi,” which captured the growing ecological awareness of the time. The track became one of her most well-known hits, reaching number 67 on the Billboard Hot 100. On April 1, 2022, Mitchell was honored as the Music Cares Person of the Year. The event raised funds for mental health and wellness assistance in the music community. Mitchell herself was recovering from her 2015 brain aneurysm at the time, making her appearance particularly meaningful. MusiCares’ Person of the Year and GRAMMY weekend efforts collectively raised around $26 million to support the charity’s ongoing programs and wildfire relief efforts.

On July 24, 2022, Mitchell returned to the stage at the Newport Folk Festival. Her comeback was documented on the live album Joni Mitchell at Newport, which was released on July 28, 2023. Mitchell donated some of the album sales to The Newport Festivals Foundation; however, the amount raised hasn’t been publicly disclosed. Mitchell’s charity work demonstrates her ongoing commitment to social and environmental issues.

Actors

Ben Stiller Net Worth

Published

2 weeks ago

Mar 31, 2026

Dan Western

Net Worth:	$200 Million
Box Office Gross:	$6.55 Billion
Age:	60
Born:	November 30, 1965
Height:	1.70 m (5 ft 7 in)
Country of Origin:	United States of America
Source of Wealth:	Professional Actor
Last Updated:	Apr 16, 2026

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Introduction

Ben Stiller is an American professional actor, comedian, and producer with an estimated net worth of $200 Million.

Although Stiller began his professional acting career in the late ’80s, his breakthrough came in the 2000s, with releases such as Meet the Parents (2000), Zoolander (2001), and Starsky & Hutch (2004). Since then, he’s played roles in over 130 projects, and his films have grossed $6.54 billion worldwide.

Stiller’s biggest box office successes include Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted, which grossed $747 million on a $145 million budget. Night at the Museum also performed on the big screens, grossing $574 million worldwide.

In 2010, Stiller was the world’s second-highest-paid actor, earning $53 million from three film releases within the year. That figure included a $20 million payday from Little Fockers and an estimated $23 million from the Battle of the Smithsonian.

Quick Facts

Earned an estimated $40-$50 million from the Meet the Parents trilogy
Second-highest-paid actor in 2010, earning $53 million
Movies have grossed $6.54 billion at the worldwide box office
His highest-grossing film is Madagascar 3 ($747 million worldwide)

Earnings & Salary

Year	Project	Salary
1998	There's Something About Mary	$3,000,000
2001	Zoolander	$2,500,000
2004	Meet the Fockers	$10,000,000
2009	Night At the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian	$23,000,000
2010	Little Fockers	$20,000,000
2010	Greenberg	$10,000,000
2011	Tower Heist	$15,000,000
2011	The Big Year	$1,000,000
Total Calculated Earnings:		$80,500,000

While many of Stiller’s film salaries have never been publicly disclosed, there is information regarding at least half a dozen. The earliest recorded salary of his career was $3 million for There’s Something About Mary (1998). The movie was one of the year’s highest-grossing films and remains one of Stiller’s top-grossing films. For comparison, co-star Cameron Diaz earned $2 million for her titular role as Mary.

Some of Stiller’s more modest career salaries include $2.5 million for Zoolander (2001) and $1 million for The Big Year (2011).

Meet the Parents Trilogy Salary

While reports of cast salaries for each film of the Meet the Parents trilogy are slightly sporadic, Stiller’s role as Greg Focker is estimated to have earned him between $40 million and $50 million.

Stiller’s salary for the original Meet the Parents (2000) was undisclosed; however, co-star De Niro earned a reported $13.5 million for his role. For the sequel, Meet the Fockers (2004), Stiller earned an estimated $10 million; for the third film in the trilogy, Little Fockers (2010), both De Niro and Stiller were paid $20 million each. Despite having the highest budget of the three films, Little Fockers performed the worst at the box office, grossing $311 million against a $100 million budget.

Madagascar & Night at the Museum

While the Madagascar and Night at the Museum franchises are responsible for some of Stiller’s biggest box-office hits, his salaries have never been disclosed. Naturally, that doesn’t stop other websites from throwing out random numbers.

When Forbes listed Stiller as one of the highest-paid actors in the world in 2010, it reported that he had earned an estimated $53 million for the year, thanks to Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian, Little Fockers, and Greenberg. We know he received a $20 million salary for Little Fockers, leaving $33 million between the two remaining films.

Forbes also mentioned that Greenberg only earned $6 million at the box office, but they didn’t say “at the box office,” so low-quality publications took that to mean Stiller earned $6 million for his work in the film.

Highest-Grossing Movies

Stiller’s top ten list comprises primarily three franchises: Madagascar, Night at the Museum, and Meet the Parents. The highest-grossing movie of his career is Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted, which grossed $747 million worldwide. Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa came in second, grossing $604 million worldwide. Overall, the trilogy grossed $1.9 billion.

The Night at the Museum trilogy didn’t succeed as much, grossing a combined $1.35 billion. The original movie, released in 2006, was the top-grossing of the three. With every new Madagascar movie, its box office numbers grew. The opposite is true for Night at the Museum.

An unusual entry on the list was 1998’s There’s Something About Mary, the 3rd-highest-grossing movie of the year domestically ($176.5 million) and 4th overall ($370 million). Notable Stiller movies that didn’t make the list include 2008’s Tropic Thunder ($196 million), 2004’s Dodgeball ($168 million), and 2001’s Zoolander ($61 million).

Here’s a complete list of Ben Stiller’s ten highest-grossing movies:

Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted – $747 Million (2012)
Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa – $604 Million (2008)
Night at the Museum – $574 Million (2006)
Madagascar – $542 Million (2005)
Meet the Fockers – $523 Million (2004)
Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian – $413 Million (2009)
There’s Something About Mary – $370 Million (1998)
Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb – $363 Million (2014)
Meet the Parents – $330 Million (2000)
Megamind – $322 Million (2010)

Real Estate

In December 1999, Ben Stiller and his wife, actress Christine Taylor, purchased a 5,334-square-foot home in Los Angeles, California. They paid $1.83 million for the property, which features five bedrooms and five bathrooms. The house also features some rather interesting amenities, including a billiards room, a screening room, and, most notably, a hidden speakeasy pub. They relisted the house on the market in 2011 and sold it to actor Jason Statham for $7.33 million.

In 2016, the couple purchased a 3,395-square-foot condo in the West Village, New York City, overlooking the Hudson River. The four-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom unit set them back $15.31 million. The building itself features many luxurious amenities, including a 75-ft lap pool, a gym, a hot tub, a plunge pool, and a juice bar.

Actors

James Franco Net Worth

James Franco is an award-winning actor who earned a fortune in film and television.

Published

4 weeks ago

Mar 22, 2026

Dan Western

Net Worth:	$30 Million
Age:	47
Born:	April 19, 1978
Country of Origin:	United States of America
Source of Wealth:	Professional Actor
Last Updated:	Apr 16, 2026

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Introduction

James Franco is an American professional actor, screenwriter, and film producer with an estimated net worth of $30 Million.

Quick Facts

Reportedly earned $6.5 million from The Interview
Settled a sexual misconduct lawsuit for $2.23 million in 2021
Absent from Hollywood for five years between 2019 and 2024

Film Earnings

Unfortunately, there isn’t much information online about James Franco’s film salaries. During our research, we found salaries for just three of his films. This included a $2 million paycheck for starring alongside Neve Campbell in the 2003 film, The Company.

Reports suggest he earned $7 million from Oz the Great and Powerful (2013), which featured actors such as Rachel Weisz, Michelle Williams, and Mila Kunis. Additionally, Franco earned approximately $6.5 million from his infamous film with Seth Rogen titled The Interview. This film was banned in multiple countries and led to North Korea threatening the United States.

Highest-Grossing Movies

Franco’s recurring role as Harry Osborn in the first three Spider-Man movies contributed to a total box-office gross of $2.5 billion. The original Spider-Man movie grossed $821 million globally. It became the third highest-grossing movie of 2002, behind only LOTR: The Two Towers ($936 million) and Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets ($879 million).

The following two movies on the list were Oz the Great and Powerful ($493 million) and Rise of the Planet of the Apes ($482 million). Franco’s remaining box office hits are mainly from cameos and minor appearances, so here are some of his lead roles that didn’t make the overall list:

This is the End – $126 million (2013)
Why Him? – $118 million (2016)
Pineapple Express – $102 million (2008)
127 Hours – $61 million (2010)
Spring Breakers – $32 million (2012)
The Interview – $12 million (2014)

Some of Franco’s most beloved characters are from R-rated comedies that had to take risks at the box office. One of the most notorious is 2014’s The Interview with Seth Rogen. The film was banned in multiple countries, including China, Egypt, Sri Lanka, and North Korea. The North Korean government reportedly threatened action against the US if Sony were to release the film.

Here is the complete list of James Franco’s ten highest-grossing movies:

Spider-Man 3 – $896 Million (2007)
Spider-Man – $826 Million (2002)
Spider-Man 2 – $790 Million (2004)
Oz the Great and Powerful – $493 Million (2013)
Rise of the Planet of the Apes – $482 Million (2011)
Alien: Covenant – $241 Million (2017)
The Green Hornet – $228 Million (2011)
Knocked Up – $220 Million (2007)
The Holiday – $206 Million (2006)
Eat Pray Love – $205 Million (2010)

Sexual Misconduct Lawsuit

In 2014, James Franco established the Studio 4 acting school, which operated for roughly three years before closing down in 2017. Two years later, in October 2019, two of Franco’s former students filed a sexual misconduct lawsuit against him. They alleged that the actor sexually exploited them and coerced them into performing scenes involving nudity. The suit also alleged that the students were misled about possible acting opportunities.

In 2021, Franco agreed to pay a settlement of $2,235,000, which comprised $894,000 for the sexual exploitation claim and $1,341,000 for the claims of fraud. Despite settling the lawsuit, Franco denied the allegation, and no admission of wrongdoing was included in the proceedings. After the suit was settled, he admitted to sleeping with his students and stated that, though it was consensual, it was wrong.

Ultimately, the lawsuit led to the actor’s five-year absence from Hollywood, and several projects were canceled. His last role prior to the lawsuit was as the voice of Lemmy in Arctic Dogs. He didn’t reappear in any project until the Karantina TV series aired in 2024.

Who’s the Richest Franco Brother?

All three of the Franco brothers (James, Dave, and Tom) are professional actors. At the time of writing, James is the richest in the family with an estimated net worth of $30 Million. His younger brother Dave has an estimated net worth of $10 Million, while Tom is worth roughly $500 Thousand.

Real Estate

In May 2006, James Franco paid $2.33 million for a 5,215-square-foot, three-bedroom, five-bathroom home in Los Angeles, California. He lived in the property part-time for several years before selling it for $3.3 million in February 2010.

In 2012, Franco purchased a 1,496-square-foot duplex in Silver Lake, Los Angeles, for $775,000. Following the purchase, neighbors complained that the house was being used to operate a production company and shoot scenes. Franco returned the home to the market in 2017 with an asking price of $949,000, though reports suggest he actually sold it for $1.35 million.

Net Worth

Matt Hasselbeck Net Worth

Published

1 month ago

Mar 15, 2026

Dan Western

Net Worth:	$35 Million
Age:	50
Born:	September 25, 1975
Gender:	Male
Height:	1.93 m (6 ft 4 in)
Country of Origin:	United States of America
Source of Wealth:	Professional NFL Player
Last Updated:	Apr 16, 2026

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Introduction

Matt Hasselbeck is an American former professional NFL player with an estimated net worth of $35 Million.

During his 17-season NFL career, Matt Hasselbeck played quarterback for four teams: the Green Bay Packers, Seattle Seahawks, Tennessee Titans, and Indianapolis Colts. Passing 36,638 yards for a total of 212 touchdowns, he earned an estimated $88.04 million during his career. This equates to an average of $5.18 million/year, before considering income from additional endeavors outside the NFL.

This profile details our research into Matt Hasselbeck’s net worth, NFL contracts, salary, additional income sources, and other events related to his finances.

Quick Facts

Earned approximately $88 million during his NFL career
Peak annual income of $19 million in 2005
Charges between $25,000 and $40,000 for public speaking engagements

NFL Salary

Year	Team	Salary
1998	Green Bay Packers	$89,500
1999	Green Bay Packers	$250,000
2000	Green Bay Packers	$30,000
2000	Seattle Seahawks	$275,000
2001	Seattle Seahawks	$2,550,000
2002	Seattle Seahawks	$1,600,000
2003	Seattle Seahawks	$5,000,000
2004	Seattle Seahawks	$5,500,000
2005	Seattle Seahawks	$19,000,000
2006	Seattle Seahawks	$3,250,000
2007	Seattle Seahawks	$6,000,000
2008	Seattle Seahawks	$6,750,000
2009	Seattle Seahawks	$6,250,000
2010	Seattle Seahawks	$6,750,000
2011	Tennessee Titans	$9,000,000
2012	Tennessee Titans	$5,500,000
2013	Indianapolis Colts	$5,000,000
2014	Indianapolis Colts	$2,250,000
2015	Indianapolis Colts	$3,000,000
Total Career Earnings:		$88,044,500

In 1998, Matt Hasselbeck signed a three-year rookie contract worth $590,000 with the Green Bay Packers. He received a signing bonus of just $50,000 and earned only $89,500 in his first season in the NFL. In 2000, Hasselbeck signed a two-year, $750,000 contract with the Packers and was traded to the Seattle Seahawks the following year.

Hasselbeck’s first lucrative contract came in 2001 when he signed a 5-year deal worth $24 million with the Seahawks. He received a $2 million signing bonus, which helped him earn $2.55 million for the 01/02 season.

In 2005, Hasselbeck signed a 6-year contract with Seattle worth $48 million. His signing bonus was $16 million, helping him earn $19 million that year. In 2011, Hasselbeck signed a three-year, $20 million contract with the Tennessee Titans, which included a $6 million signing bonus. His final NFL contract was a one-year deal with the Indianapolis Colts worth $3 million.

Matt Hasselbeck earned $88 million during his NFL career. Of that figure, $62.9 million was earned with the Seahawks, $14.5 million with the Titans, $10.25 million with the Colts, and just $369,500 with the Packers.

Additional Income Sources

Matt Hasselbeck was never much of a draw for brand sponsors, as we were unable to find information on brands that he’s partnered with. However, he was once featured in a commercial for Campbell’s Chunky Soup. All things considered, he likely earned low six-figure sums, at best, off the field in a typical year.

In 2016, following his retirement, Hasslebeck began working as a studio analyst for ESPN on Sunday NFL Countdown and Monday Night Countdown. Industry experts estimate his potential salary for the role to be between $500,000 and $1.5 million per year. He was ultimately laid off by the network in 2023 due to cost-cutting.

Matt currently earns income through public speaking and can be booked on the WSB website, which lists his fee as between $25,000 and $40,000 per appearance.

Real Estate

According to public records, in June 2013, Matt Hasselbeck paid just under $1 million for a 5,385-square-foot, five-bedroom, six-bathroom home in Indianapolis. He returned this property to the market in June 2016, with an asking price of $1.5 million, and sold it for $1.2 million.

In October 2016, Hasselbeck paid $5.6 million for a recently renovated 12,835-square-foot, six-bedroom, nine-bathroom mansion in Weston, Massachusetts. The home sits on 2.4 acres and features a separate building with horse stalls at the back of the property. There is also an accompanying paddock. Recent estimates place the home’s current value at $7.8 million. According to public records, Hasselbeck pays roughly between $67,000 and $76,000 in annual property taxes.