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David Attenborough

Sir David Frederick Attenborough is an English broadcaster, biologist, natural historian and author. In 2022, David Attenborough's net worth is estimated to be $35 million dollars.

March 29, 2022

Words by Matthew Taylor

David Attenborough Net Worth

$35 million

Est. Range $27M - $43M

Medium Confidence

David Attenborough is a British broadcaster, biologist, natural historian, and author. He is best known for writing and presenting the nine-part documentary series, "Life," which surveys animal and plant life on Earth. Attenborough has also advocated for environmental causes, such as restoring planetary biodiversity, limiting population growth, and mitigating climate change. In 2018 and 2019, he received Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Narrator.

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Richest Celebrities

Celebrities are a mixed bag. From being masters of their craft (like Anthony Hopkins) to being famous just for sake of being famous (Kim Kardashian), celebrities have managed to make the whole world (or a good chunk of it) hang off of their every word. From actors and comedians to models, reality TV stars and Youtubers, these people have one thing in common – they’ve managed to break through all the clutter and propel themselves to stardom.

Most wannabe celebrities earn very little… hopefuls post clips on YouTube that no one watches, most reality TV contestants earn next to nothing, and the average member of the Screen Actors Guild earns less than $1,000 per year from acting jobs. But the celebrities on our list are different. They’ve leveraged their exposure, personal brands, sponsorships and captured the limelight (and associated dollars) anyway they can.

Ultimately, to make the big bucks as a celebrity, you need to be prepared to sell your name, look, face and body… and turn as much as you can into products. Yes, money comes from appearances and roles in big productions, but many celebrities have made their wealth through selling books, biographies, clothing lines and perfume. From their weddings to photos of their first child, everything’s for sale. And, based on the net worth of 10 top celebrities, it seems to be worth it!

Buying Power

David Attenborough's net worth of 35 million can buy...

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Nights in the Burj Al Arab Royal Suite
Priced at $8,900
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Priced at $31,499
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Tesla Model S
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Methodology

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