New Delhi, July 1 -- Comedy as a business is turning out to be more lucrative than ever for some of the top comedians in Hollywood. From stand-up gigs to shows on streaming giants, these celebrities have heavily cashed in on laughter and built massive net worths for themselves. Here is a look at some of 2025's top-earning comedians in the entertainment industry.

With a net worth of $1.1 billion, the 71-year-old is richer than many of Hollywood's leading A-listers. Best known for starring in Seinfeld, most of his fortune originates from the 1990s hit TV show, as he and co-creator Larry David each raked in 15 per cent of the profits, according to Forbes.

Seinfeld is wealthier than David, who went through a high-stakes divorce in 2007. Des...