The Big Bang Theory introduced us to a core cast of characters, from shy, nerdy Leonard to confident actress Penny. The sitcom saw big life changes for the actors, on-screen and off, as they welcomed new additions and found love. But for many, the sitcom also brought in some serious capital – making all of the cast millionaires.
Read on to see which of the gang sit at the top of our ranking, working up towards a nine figure net worth...
All net worth estimates are taken from celebritynetworth.com
© Getty ImagesKevin Sussman starred as comic book shop owner Stuart Bloom
Kevin Sussman – $3 million
Kevin Sussman starred as Stuart Bloom in The Big Bang Theory and new spin-off Stuart Fails to Save the Universe. He's also had smaller roles in films like Made of Honour and Hitch, as well as the TV series Ugly Betty.
All of this has built Kevin a net worth of $3 million – something Stuart himself would surely be extremely proud of!
© Getty ImagesMelissa Rauch starred as Bernadette Rostenkowski
Melissa Rauch – $20 million
Melissa Rauch found financial success as Bernadette Rostenkowski, waitress-turned-pharmaceutical researcher who later becomes wife to Howard, and, her real-life isn't all that different.
The actress has also found fame on True Blood, Night Court and The Bronze, culminating in a net worth of $20 million.
© MICHAEL TRANMayim Bialik has an estimated net worth of $20 million
Mayim Bialik – $20 million
Mayim Bialik might have been a later addition to the cast but she soon become a fan-favourite as neuroscientist Amy Farrah Fowler, Sheldon's 'friend who's a girl'-turned-wife.
The actress started out as a child star on Blossom so has had plenty of time in the spotlight, and as a real-world neuroscientist, to amass an estimated net worth of $20 million.
© Getty ImagesKunal Nayyar has a noteworthy net worth of $45 million
Kunal Nayyar – $45 million
Kunal Nayyar might be best-known as shy romantic Rajesh Koothrappali, but in real life he's a suave standout on the red carpet and famously married to former Miss India, Neha Kapur.
The Big Bang Theory made him a star and also built him a sizeable net worth, coming in at an estimated $45 million.
© Getty ImagesSimon Helberg has an estimated net worth of $55 million
Simon Helberg – $55 million
Simon Helberg's Howard Wolowitz grows significantly from The Big Bang Theory gang's resident flirt to a contented father of two and proud astronaut.
Simon's net worth also shoots towards the stars with an estimated $55 million. Added to earlier credits in Old School and A Cinderella Story, he's got the credits and bank balance of a certified star.
© Getty ImagesJohnny Galecki starred as Leonard Hofstadter on 'The Big Bang Theory'
Johnny Galecki – $100 million
It's no surprise Johnny Galecki sits in the top three as Leonard Hofstadter is the closest thing to a main character as the sitcom gets. He was reportedly the second-highest earning actor in the world in 2018, taking home $25 million that year.
With some serious real estate to his name, Johnny has a very healthy estimated net worth of $100 million. Not too shabby!
© Getty Images for HBOKaley Cuoco ranks in second place on our tier list
Kaley Cuoco – $110 million
While 'The Big Bang Theory' became a hit for highlighting nerd culture, Penny provided a breath of fresh air to the gang's humdrum routine and instantly stole Leonard's heart.
Kaley Cuoco brought Penny to life and ranks in second place on our tier list with an estimated nine figure net worth of $110 million.
© Getty ImagesJim Parsons tops the charts on our net worth ranking
Jim Parsons – $160 million
Of course, it's top spot for Sheldon Cooper who wouldn't settle for second place – even on a net worth ranking. The genius theoretical physicist earned his own spin-off Young Sheldon, so it's no wonder the actor's net worth sits at an estimated $160 million.
Jim Parsons brought the character to life between 2007 and 2019 and cameoed in the hit spin-off. He's also starred in Hidden Figures, The Boys in the Band and Spoiler Alert.
