6. Kerry Washington – Scandal – $13.5 million
It’s not shocking to see Kerry Washington on this list because her popularity is well documented. What is surprising is Washington’s massive popularity. Where did it come from? Sure, people love Scandal, we’re not doubting that, but the show’s not that big of a sensation. It brings in about 10 million viewers an episode and it’s going into its sixth season. Washington has been acting for a while and she’s wonderful. All that considered, those aren’t huge viewership numbers.
The show isn’t a time-honored tradition. Washington certainly hasn’t had an overly brilliant film career either. It’s been good, just not amazing. Yet everyone seems to know and love her, most just probably don’t know why they know her. This is not meant to be a slight either. It’s very impressive what she’s done with her time in the spotlight. On top of her Scandal money, Washington also has a few big time endorsement deals with Apple, Neutrogena and Movado.
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