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Ving Rhames Has Shared the Screen with Hollywood's Finest; Here's His Net Worth

Over the years, Rhames has participated in over 130 film and television projects, showcasing his versatile acting skills
PUBLISHED OCT 15, 2023
Actor Ving Rhames attends the Celebrity Draft Cocktail Party at MUZIK on September 12, 2008 in Toronto, Canada/ GettyImages/George Pimentel
Actor Ving Rhames attends the Celebrity Draft Cocktail Party at MUZIK on September 12, 2008 in Toronto, Canada/ GettyImages/George Pimentel
Name Ving Rhames
Net Worth $25 Million
Salary $7.7 million 
Annual Income $10 Million
Source of Income Acting
DOB May 12, 1959
Age 64 years old
Gender Male
Profession Actor, producer, voice actor
Nationality American

Known for films such as "Mission Imposssible and "Pulp Fiction, actor Ving Rhames, boasts of an impressive net worth of $25 million. He has also been seen as movies such as "Soldiers of Fortune" and lent his voice to games including "Call of Duty."

Ving Rhames' income primarily stems from his acting career and his debut in "Go Tell It on the Mountain" in 1984 marked the beginning of a prolific journey. Over the years, Rhames has participated in over 130 film and television projects, showcasing his versatile acting skills. Notable contributions include "Jacob's Ladder" (1990), "Entrapment" (1999), and his portrayal of Don King in "Don King: Only in America" (1997), which earned him a coveted Golden Globe award.

Ving Rhames at the premiere of Striptease/ Photo by Mitchell Gerber/Corbis/VCG via Getty Images
Ving Rhames at the premiere of Striptease/ Photo by Mitchell Gerber/Corbis/VCG via Getty Images

Rhames has consistently received substantial salaries for his roles, commensurate with his status as a respected actor. His earnings have mirrored his ability to captivate audiences and have allowed him to maintain a comfortable lifestyle. Ving Rhames made headlines with his extraordinary salary of $7.7 million for a mere two days of filming in the movie Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol. This impressive paycheck cemented his status as the highest-paid actor for the shortest amount of screen time in cinematic history, showcasing both his talent and the demand for his presence in the blockbuster franchise.

Rhames has invested in several real estate properties, thanks to his financial acumen. His collection of luxurious properties includes a sprawling 7-bedroom property in Los Angeles.

Actor Ving Rhames poses during the 'Soldiers of Fortune' photocall, on the roof of Ukraine hotel on July 18, 2012 in Moscow, Russia/ Photo by Gennadi Avramenko/Epsilon/Getty Images
Actor Ving Rhames poses during the 'Soldiers of Fortune' photocall, on the roof of Ukraine hotel on July 18, 2012 in Moscow, Russia/ Photo by Gennadi Avramenko/Epsilon/Getty Images
Year Earnings
2022 $20 Million
2023 $25 Million

He has been through a divorce, remarriage, and the joys of parenthood, but one of the most heartwarming aspects of his life is his relationship with his brother, Junior. In 1993, while filming "The Saint of Fort Washington," he was reunited with Junior, who had been estranged from the family and was homeless. Ving not only rescued him from the shelter but also provided him with a home and job, showcasing his strong family bonds and philanthropic nature.

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Ving Rhames of "Monday Mornings" speaks onstage during Turner Broadcasting's 2013 TCA Winter Tour at Langham Hotel/ GettyImages/ Christopher Polk

What is Ving Rhames' most famous role?

Ving Rhames is most renowned for his role as Marsellus Wallace in the iconic film "Pulp Fiction" (1994) and as Luther Stickell in the long-running "Mission: Impossible" franchise.

Has Ving Rhames won any major awards for his acting?

Yes, he won a Golden Globe for his performance in "Don King: Only in America" and has received nominations from several prestigious awards, including the Primetime Emmys and NAACP Image Awards.

How did Ving Rhames reunite with his brother Junior?

Ving Rhames reunited with his estranged and homeless brother, Junior, while filming "The Saint of Fort Washington" in 1993. Junior approached Ving's co-star, Matt Dillon, who, in turn, introduced them.

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