The Joker, is a character in DC Comics. He is a villain who has managed to overshadow many superheroes in film and television adaptations.Turning out to be one of the most enduring figures in pop culture. Despite being a psychopathic murderer, Joker is so loved that we know most of its character.
So far as many as five Hollywood actors have potrayed the character of Joker to bring the iconic character to life on screen. These actors are Cesar Romero, Jack Nicholson, Heath Ledger, Jared Leto, and Joaquin Phoenix. They have played the characters of the crime prince in Batman (1966), Batman (1989), The Dark Night (2008), Suicide Squad (2016), and Joker (2019). Now as per the recent reports, Joker 2, a sequel to Joaquin Phoenix‘s 2019 flick, is in the works. But as we move on to next sequel. Take a look at the pay or remuneration of each actor who portrayed villian in Joker.
Cesar Romero
Romero played the Joker in the 1960s Batman live-action series. He was the the first actor to tackle the role and earned
recognition for his role. Although the exact figure is not confirmed, reports suggest his pay ranged between $200,000 and $300,000 during the 1960s.
Jack Nicholson
Jack Nicholson secured one of the most lucrative deals of his career, receiving a fee of $6 million In the 1989 film Batman. Additionally, a back-end deal contributed to his earnings, totaling a staggering $50 million.
Jared Leto
Jared Leto, known for his method acting, took on the role in the 2016 film “Suicide Squad.” He recieved $7 million for his portrayal of the Joker.
Joaquin Phoenix
In the 2019 film “Joker,” Joaquin Phoenix earned $4.5 million for his transformative performance. Phoenix received widespread recognition culminating in an Academy Award for Best Actor at the 92nd Oscars in 2020.
Heath Ledger
Portraying the Joker in Christopher Nolan’s 2008 film, “The Dark Knight,” Heath Ledger dedicated a month to prepare for the role and reportedly earned $20 million for his outstanding performance.
