David Hasselhoff (Baywatch)
David Hasselhoff, the leading man of ‘Baywatch’, makes $4 million a year from the show’s reruns. Premiering in 1989, ‘Baywatch’ became a cultural phenomenon for its portrayal of lifeguards in California, attracting nearly one billion viewers during its run. Hasselhoff’s role as Mitch Buchannon not only made him an international star but also ensures a steady income from the show’s enduring popularity.