The verdict has been handed down: Judge Judy Sheindlin is the highest-paid personality on television.
In the reality/host/news category, thats nearly twice as much asTodayshow host Matt Lauer (est.
$22 million to $25 million).
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The Big Bang Theorys trio of actors rake in the most for scripted comedies.
See the top 5 in each category below and the full lists atVariety.
Jim Parsons,The Big Bang Theory, $1,000,000 per episode
2.
Kaley Cuoco,The Big Bang Theory, $1,000,000 per episode
3.
Johnny Galecki,The Big Bang Theory, $1,000,000 per episode
4.
Dwayne Johnson,Ballers, $400,000 per episode
5.
Drew Barrymore,Santa Clarita Diet, $350,000 per episode
Drama
1.
Lauren Graham,Gilmore Girls, $750,000 per episode
2.
Alexis Bledel,Gilmore Girls, $750,000 per episode
3.
Mark Harmon,NCIS, $525,000 per episode
4.
Kevin Spacey,House of Cards, $500,000 per episode
5.
Peter Dinklage,Game of Thrones, $500,000 per episode
Reality/Host/News
1.
Judy Sheindlin,Judge Judy, $47 million per year
2.
Matt Lauer,Today, $22-$25 million per year
3.
