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Fans now know what Matt Damon’s number one biggest regret likely is, and that was turning down the lead role inAvatar! When Sam Worthington stepped in,Avatarwent on to become one of the highest-grossing franchises ever, raking in over $5.2 billion worldwide.
Even withAvatar‘s massive success, Sam Worthington’s net worth still falls short compared to other A-list stars. WhileAvatarcertainly did cement his place in Hollywood, his financial success does not quite match the level of other actors in major franchises.
What is Sam Worthington’s Net Worth?
The Australian actor is sitting on a cool $30 million, according toCelebrity Net Worth.Best known for playing Jake Sully inAvatar,Sam Worthington’srise to fame was anything but glamorous, when he landed the role in James Cameron’s 2009 blockbuster, he was living in his car and had sold most of his belongings (viaPeople).
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Interestingly, as many now famous know, Worthington wasn’tCameron’s first pickfor the role. That honor went to Matt Damon, who was offered a deal to earn 10% of the movie’s box office gross. While, Worthington’s salary for the original film is undisclosed, but when he returned forAvatar: The Way of Waterin 2022, he scored a $10 million salary plus 5% of the box office gross, likely bringing him at least $110 million (viaScreen Rant).
On the other hand, Zoe Saldaña earned $4 million for her role in the firstAvatarin 2009 and doubled her paycheck to $8 million forThe Way of Water(viaParade). Sigourney Weaver, not to be left behind, received $3.5 million for her work inAvatar 2, and a hefty $11 million for the original film (viaParade).
Outside of theAvatarfranchise, Sam Worthington has built a solid career with roles inClash of the Titans,Terminator: Salvation,The Debt, andHacksaw Ridge. He also lent his voice to Captain Alex Mason in theCall of Dutyvideo game series, which certainly helped boost his net worth. While the exact pay for each of these projects remains undisclosed, it’s safe to say he’s been raking in multi-million dollar paychecks.
How Much Would Matt Damon Have Earned fromAvatar?
HadMatt Damonaccepted the lead role inAvatar, he could’ve walked away with a massive $250 million after its initial release. If the deal included re-releases, Damon could’ve pocketed an extra $18 million without lifting a finger.
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The actor was offered 10% of the film’s box office earnings, and withAvatargrossing over $2.9 billion worldwide, that would have meant a bonkers paycheck north of a quarter to a billion dollars (viaVariety). Definitely a huge missed opportunity!
Despite missing out on theAvataropportunity, Matt Damon is certainly doing just fine. With a net worth of around $55 million (viaForbes), he remains one of the world’s top actors. His career is far from defined by a single decision, having earned multiple awards and starred in countless films that have left a lasting mark on cinema.
Avataris streaming on Disney+.
Sampurna Banerjee
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Sampurna Banerjee is an Entertainment Writer at FandomWire, and she’s written over 1,700 articles! She covers everything from celebrity news to the latest superhero buzz, streaming shows, and fan theories. If it’s trending in pop culture, Sampurna’s probably already on it.When she’s not working, you’ll probably find her rewatching The Office (again), getting into debates about Marvel’s timeline, or diving deep into Christopher Nolan movies for the hundredth time. She’s not just writing about entertainment, she’s living it.
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