Some of their findings, like the fact that the U.S.â biggest urban centers lean toward the liberal side of the spectrum, are unsurprising. But there is a remarkable ideological range within states, and beyond the top contenders, the rankings arenât what you might expect.
Judge Judy is the top-earning star on television with a high viewership and successfully syndicated courtroom show. The highest-paid celebrity on television is even richer. Judge Judy Sheindlin is earning $47 million for her syndicated daytime television show Judge Judy.. TV Guide Magazine just put out its annual highest-paid stars list Thursday, and according to its report, the New York state judge received a $2 million raise from last year to extend her contract on the show through 2017.
Thanks to The Daily Beast, now we know how much the highest-paid anchors make every year! NBCâs Matt Lauer, $25 million for the âTodayâ show. Fox Newsâ Bill OâReilly, $20 million for âThe OâReilly Factorâ. Fox Newsâ Sean Hannity, $15 million for âHannityâ. NBCâs Brian Williams, $13 million for âNBC Nightly News with Brian Williamsâ.