Jerry Seinfeld is world’s highest paid comedian

Melbourne, Oct.22 : Jerry Seinfeld has been named as the world’s highest paid comedian by Forbes.

The 61-year-old comedian has made 36 million dollar between June 1, 2014 and June 1, 2015, grabbing the title of ‘highest paid comedian,’ News.com au reports.

According to sources, the comedian, whose total net worth is estimated at more than 800 million dollars, continues to sell out stand-up tours.

The insiders said that he recently negotiated a 160 million dollar deal with Hulu for the streaming rights to his iconic series.

The other stars, who were at the top of the Forbes list included Kevin Hart with 39.5 million dollars, Terry Fator with 29.8 million dollars, Louis C.K.12.4 million dollars, Gabriel Iglesias with 11.7 million dollars. (ANI)