Top 5 Highest Paid WWE Male Superstars

The Entertainment business is one of the highest paying industries in the world. The World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) is no stranger to paying highly for talented individuals either.

WWE comprises of some of the best wrestlers in the world, and to obtain that talent, the company has to pay top dollar. While some jobbers earn more than high performing wrestlers, it’s a fact that almost all male wrestlers are paid more fairly as compared to female wrestlers.

Triple H currently earns $3.2 million even though he wrestles less frequently as he once used to. However, being an executive vice president and the COO of the company makes him receive a much higher amount.

The Architect with the King of Kings

Dean Ambrose and Seth Rollins of The Shield earn significantly less than their third partner Roman Reigns but still receive $2.2 million and $2.7 million respectively. The Undertaker makes an appearance once in a blue moon, but his star power drags in $2.5 million in his bank account annually.

Let’s take a look at the top 5 highest paid male superstars in the WWE today.

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#5 Randy Orton - $2.9 Million

The Legend Killer

He’s been with the company since 2001, and he’s surely reaping the benefits for being here today. Orton has won numerous titles over the years and been a two-time Royal Rumble winner. Those are just a few feathers in his crown, as he’s enjoyed a lot of success over the years.

While he’s fallen to the mid-card now on SmackDown, he still pockets a hefty sum that is more than justifiable for his talent. Many other superstars today are working harder than Orton and deserve a similar salary to him, but there will always just remain one Legend Killer.

#4 AJ Styles - $3.5 Million

The Phenomenal One

He arrived in WWE in 2016, as soon became the face of the blue brand. The longest reigning WWE Champion is one of the highest paid superstars in the WWE today.

He’s had some of the top and most memorable matches in the WWE over the past two years and deserves every dollar that he receives from the company. The Phenomenal One puts in a lot of time and effort into his appearances and has fought on almost every single pay-per-view since his arrival.

There remains little doubt that his salary will increase over the years to come, as he will remain one of the top guys for the WWE for a long time to come.

#3 Roman Reigns - $4.3 Million

The Big Dog

Roman Reigns is a fan favourite in many parts of the world. Initially, of The Shield fame, Reigns has made it big in his solo career too and has stamped his authority over the red brand. This makes him the third highest earner in the WWE.

Roman Reigns has been on top of the roster for quite some time and been in the title picture for way too long. Though his Shield buddies Seth Rollins and Dean Ambrose earn much lesser as compared to him, it’s only a matter of time they catch up with The Big Dog too.

#2 Brock Lesnar - $6.5 Million

The Beast Incarnate

Former UFC star Brock Lesnar makes it to the second position. With $6.5 Million being banked into his account annually, he remains WWE’s highest paid superstar. It is surprising because the man works very few matches per year and only makes appearances on pay-per-view events.

However, it’s probably his name that is more valuable for the company rather than the talent, as UFC fans also tune in to watch Brock fight on the WWE. More viewership for the company equals more dollars, and that’s why Brock Lesnar is one of the highest paid men’s wrestlers.

#1 John Cena - $10 Million

The Face of WWE

WWE’s biggest merchandise mover and undoubtedly the best wrestler of the modern era makes it to Number 1. Currently working as a free agent on WWE, Cena makes appearances on both the Raw and the SmackDown brand as and when needed.

He’s worked significantly fewer matches over the year but enjoys the highest salary. His current role includes him putting over new talent, and he does an amazing job of it. Hence, such a hefty paycheck is a great way for WWE to thank the superstar who has led WWE throughout since the 2000s.