Here's How Much Money Tucker Carlson Is Really Worth

May 2024 · 2 minute read

While Tucker Carlson doesn't need his Fox News paycheck to provide for his family, the $6 million salary he takes home from the show is definitely a nice amount of pocket change (via Celebrity Net Worth). His large salary is justified thanks to the success of his show. Tucker Carlson Tonight hit a major milestone on Oct. 27, 2020, by drawing in an audience of 7.562 million viewers — the most the program has ever received outside of the 2020 presidential debates. The show ranked behind only two other programs, The Voice and the World Series of baseball (via Forbes). With his ability to draw in critics and fans alike, Carlson is laughing all the way to the bank.

While his paycheck is eye-popping to most, it's not much compared to Bill O'Reilly's income before Carlson took over for the disgraced host (via The New York Times). O'Reilly reportedly took home $18.5 million, although the program wasn't nearly as successful under his reign (via Money).

In addition to his family fortune and his deal with Fox News, Carlson has been paid a pretty penny from his income as a book author, columnist, and several real estate deals, top. He is also part owner of the conservative news website DailyCaller.com. With his variety of financial assets, it's safe to say his kids are set for life, just like he was.

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