8 of the richest news anchors in the US – net worths, ranked: conservative commentators Sean Hannity and Tucker Carlson made the list, alongside CNN’s Anderson Cooper and ABC’s Megyn Kelly

Turns out, delivering the news to millions via daily broadcasts can earn you millions – especially if you’re an on-air anchor for a major TV network.

New anchors for companies such as CNN and CBS – and TV personalities who host nightly shows on the likes of channels Fox and MSNBC – are pulling in millions of dollars every year thanks to their hefty salaries.

Here’s how their wealth stacks up at the time of writing.

8. Megyn Kelly, 54

Estimated net worth: US$45 million

Known for her to-the-point interviewing style, Megyn Kelly started her career as a lawyer before becoming a news anchor at Fox News, where she hosted shows such as America Live and The Kelly File. After many years at Fox, she made the leap to NBC in 2017, but left in 2018 after she made controversial comments on air. Kelly is the founder of Devil May Care Media and now hosts The Megyn Kelly Show podcast.

7. Rachel Maddow, 51

Estimated net worth: US$50 million

Liberal political commentator Rachel Maddow is the host of MSNBC’s The Rachel Maddow Show and the network’s co-anchor for special live broadcast events. She’s also a successful author, having written 2012 bestseller Drift: The Unmooring of American Military Power and 2019’s Blowout, whose audio edition earned her a 2021 Grammy for Best Spoken Word Album.

6. Tucker Carlson, 55

Estimated net worth: US$50 million

Host of Tucker Carlson Tonight, political commentator, author and anchor Tucker Carlson was once one of the most outspoken and controversial voices on Fox News. However, the right-wing conspiracy theorist’s reign on television came to an end in April 2023 when he was fired from the network for reportedly becoming “too big for his boots” and alienating much of the company’s staff. These days, he runs the Tucker Carlson Network, producing a series of politically focused shows, podcasts, films and documentaries.

1. Sean Hannity – Net Worth: $250 million

   Sean Hannity, the conservative commentator and host of "Hannity" on Fox News, is one of the richest news anchors in the US with a net worth of $250 million. Known for his outspoken conservative views, Hannity has been a mainstay on Fox News for years.

2. Tucker Carlson – Net Worth: $20 million

   Another conservative commentator on Fox News, Tucker Carlson has a net worth of $20 million. Carlson hosts "Tucker Carlson Tonight" and is known for his incisive commentary and sharp wit.

3. Anderson Cooper – Net Worth: $200 million

   CNN’s Anderson Cooper is one of the most recognizable faces in television news, with a net worth of $200 million. Cooper has been with CNN for over two decades and is known for his coverage of breaking news and international events.

4. Megyn Kelly – Net Worth: $45 million

   Former Fox News and NBC News anchor Megyn Kelly has a net worth of $45 million. Kelly made headlines for her tough questioning of politicians and her coverage of the 2016 presidential election.

5. Rachel Maddow – Net Worth: $25 million

   Rachel Maddow, host of "The Rachel Maddow Show" on MSNBC, has a net worth of $25 million. Maddow is known for her in-depth analysis and commentary on current events.

6. Lester Holt – Net Worth: $35 million

   NBC News anchor Lester Holt has a net worth of $35 million. Holt is the anchor of "NBC Nightly News" and has been with the network for over two decades.

7. George Stephanopoulos – Net Worth: $40 million

   ABC News anchor George Stephanopoulos has a net worth of $40 million. Stephanopoulos is the chief anchor of ABC News and is known for his coverage of politics and current events.

8. Shepard Smith – Net Worth: $25 million

   Former Fox News anchor Shepard Smith has a net worth of $25 million. Smith was the anchor of "Shepard Smith Reporting" and is known for his straightforward reporting style.

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