Television is no longer just about news and entertainment. In 2025, it is also about big money. The world’s most popular TV hosts are earning amounts that can easily match and sometimes beat the salaries of movie stars. From food shows and sports programs to courtroom drama and late-night comedy, television hosts are now major celebrities with global fan followings.

This year’s list of the highest-paid TV hosts in the world shows how powerful the small screen has become. Leading the list is former football star Tom Brady, who has successfully moved from the sports field to TV studios. He earns an incredible $37.5 million a year as a sports analyst and media personality.

Cooking shows rule television like never before, and celebrity chefs are cashing in. Names such as Gordon Ramsay, Guy F

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