Catherine Zeta-Jones – T-Mobile, Estimated $40 Million
The ever-so-gorgeous Catherine is known for her sparkling eyes and a killer smile. She has been in the industry for more than two decades and has been a prominent name.
Catherine Zeta-Jones had an on-again-off-again endorsement romance with T-Mobile. In 2005 they signed the actress for $20 million to endorse their cell phone services, and a year later, they ended the contract and replaced her with a younger, less famous actress. In 2009 the company realized nothing beats the original and paid a similar sum to bring Zeta-Jones back into the fold, thus, replacing her replacement. So much drama!
Catherine Zeta-Jones – T-Mobile, Estimated $40 Million
The ever-so-gorgeous Catherine is known for her sparkling eyes and a killer smile. She has been in the industry for more than two decades and has been a prominent name.
Catherine Zeta-Jones had an on-again-off-again endorsement romance with T-Mobile. In 2005 they signed the actress for $20 million to endorse their cell phone services, and a year later, they ended the contract and replaced her with a younger, less famous actress. In 2009 the company realized nothing beats the original and paid a similar sum to bring Zeta-Jones back into the fold, thus, replacing her replacement. So much drama!
George Clooney – Nespresso, Estimated $60 Million
When you think of Nespresso, you think of George Clooney! The brand and the actor have been working together since 2005. The recipient of two Academy Awards and three Golden Globe Awards is still a heartthrob, and we know you’d agree.
Well, Clooney’s charming personality and James Bond-like swag are perfect for a coffee brand that wants to appeal to quality consumers that are not afraid to spend a pretty penny on their beverages. Nespresso reportedly pays Clooney $5 million a year for his affiliation (we did the math for you). Clooney’s Casamigos has also been a contributor to his ravishing net worth.
Kate Winslet – Longines Watches, Estimated $10 Million
“You jump, I jump,” remember this dialogue from Kate Winslet’s movie Titanic? Who doesn’t? Let’s just connect the same dialogue with her brand endorsements. Well, who wouldn’t want to follow the footsteps of this gorgeous woman and go straight to the Longines stores after seeing her in the advertisements?
Well, the Oscar-winning actress became the brand ambassador for Longines watches in 2010. Since then, the pretty Kate Winslet has starred in both their print and video ads. Bringing forward her English charm and elegance, Winslet collaborated with the Swiss brand to launch an exclusive and extremely limited timepiece collection: The Flagship Heritage by Kate Winslet.
Julia Roberts – Lancôme, Estimated $50 Million
There is no doubt in saying that Julia Roberts is a perfectionist. The actress has aced several roles making sure to stand on the top of the order. She began her career with Satisfaction in 1988 and gained worldwide recognition after doing Pretty Woman.
The Oscar-winning actress is no stranger to promoting a high-end beauty brand. In 2010 Roberts signed a 5-year endorsement deal with the beauty empire Lancôme for $50 million. She had proven herself as the perfect spokeswoman for the brand and increased sales significantly so much so that it was said the actress received a hefty bonus on top of her contract.
Sofia Vergara – Head & Shoulders, Estimated $40 Million.
You would be grossed out by any ordinary person telling you about the ways to get rid of dandruff. However, the moment you see Sofia Vergara, you happily watch the whole advertisement.
Not only the actress has a great choice of roles, but she also has a keen sense of business. When Vergara was approached by Procter & Gamble to promote their Head & Shoulders shampoo, she immediately knew that she could demand a high-paying contract because no star wanted to touch the product. The deal was a success when P&G signed a long-term deal with the glamorous Latina, paying around $40 million for her star power in 2013.
Nicole Kidman – Chanel No. 5, Estimated $56 Million
The charming Nicole Kidman has represented Chanel No. 5. since 2003. She has shot various glamorous movie-like short films advertisements for the brand and earns around $4 million a year. The actress chose to remain loyal to the highest selling fragrance in the world and was awarded undisclosed bonuses adding to her already impressive checking account.
Apart from Chanel, Kidman has also been the face of various other prominent brands like Neutrogena and Omega Watches. There is no denying that a pretty face like her deserves to be the face of different products.
