Kristen Stewart Became Forbes' Highest Paid Actress
'Twilight' star Kristen Stewart took first place on Forbes' annual list of Highest-Paid Actresses in Hollywood.
The 22-year old actress' total earning was $34.5 million between May 2011 and May 2012. She earned more than her two 'Twilight' co-stars, Robert Pattinson and Taylor Lautner this year because of 'Snow White and the Huntsman.' Stewart was also listed as the youngest woman on the list by 16 years.
Second on the list is Cameron Diaz. Her recent film 'Bad Teacher' and 'What to Expect When You're Expecting' helped her to bring in $34 million between May 2011 and May 2012.
The total earnings from the top 10 actresses combined is $200 million, a lot less than $361 million brought in by the top 10 actors according to Forbes. Women are still paid less than men in Hollywood.
Below is the full list at Forbes:
1. Kristen Stewart, $34.5 million
2. Cameron Diaz. $34 million
3. Sandra Bullock, $25 million
4. Angelina Jolie, $20 million
5. Charlize Theron, $18 million
6. Julia Roberts, $16 million
7. Sarah Jessica Parker, $15 million
8. Meryl Streep, $12 million
9. Kristen Wiig, $12 million
10. Jennifer Aniston, $11 million