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Kristen Wiig

How much is Kristen Wiig Worth? Kristen Wiig Net Worth in 2026

$ 25 million
Kristen Wiig Net Worth
$1,500,000 / year
Kristen Wiig salary

Kristen Wiig’s net worth is estimated at $25 million as of October 2026. The American actress, comedian and writer co-wrote Bridesmaids and stars in the series Palm Royale.

Net worth $25 million (estimate)
Estimated annual income Around $1.5 million a year (estimate), mostly from film and TV roles
Born August 22, 1973, Canandaigua, New York (age 53)
Country United States
Occupations / sources of wealth Actress, comedian, writer, producer
Known for Saturday Night Live, Bridesmaids, Palm Royale

How much is Kristen Wiig worth in 2026?

Kristen Wiig’s net worth is estimated at $25 million in October 2026. It comes from film and television roles, writing and producing credits, and animated voice work.

Estimates vary, and this is an approximation.

Kristen Wiig in 2026: what they’ve been up to

  • 2026: Voices Roboto in Masters of the Universe and appears as herself in the documentary Lorne.
  • 2025: Voices Vera in Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie and is named among the world’s 100 most influential people.
  • 2024: Produced and starred in Palm Royale, earning an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series.
  • Palm Royale is listed as running through 2026.

How Kristen Wiig makes money

  • Film roles: Lead and supporting parts, including Ghostbusters (2016) and Wonder Woman 1984 (2020).
  • Writing and producing: Co-wrote Bridesmaids (2011) and Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar (2021).
  • Voice acting: Miss Hattie in the Despicable Me films from 2010.
  • Television: Palm Royale as star and producer.
  • Sketch comedy: Several seasons on Saturday Night Live.

Career timeline

  1. 2003: TV debut on The Joe Schmo Show.
  2. 2005: Joins Saturday Night Live; full cast member from 2006 until 2012.
  3. 2006: Film debut in Unaccompanied Minors.
  4. 2010: Voices Miss Hattie in Despicable Me.
  5. 2011: Co-writes and stars in Bridesmaids, earning Golden Globe and Academy Award nominations.
  6. 2016: Stars in Ghostbusters.
  7. 2020: Plays Cheetah in Wonder Woman 1984.
  8. 2021: Co-writes and co-stars in Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar.
  9. 2024: Stars in Palm Royale and Despicable Me 4.
  10. 2025: Voices Vera in Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie.

Awards and notable work

Wiig earned a Primetime Emmy Award for her work on Saturday Night Live, and Bridesmaids brought Golden Globe and Academy Award nominations. In 2024 she received an Emmy nomination for Palm Royale.

Her film career includes Knocked Up, Paul (2011, her first leading role), Ghost Town and the Despicable Me films, and in 2025 she was included among the world’s 100 most influential people.

Early life and background

Kristen Wiig was born in Canandaigua, New York, the daughter of Jon Wiig, who ran a lake marina, and Laurie, an artist. Her surname comes from Norway.

The family moved to Lancaster, Pennsylvania, when she was three and later to Rochester, New York, where she graduated from Brighton High School. She studied art at the University of Arizona, took an acting class to fill a requirement, and was encouraged to continue. She moved to Los Angeles and performed with The Groundlings.

Kristen Wiig net worth FAQ

What is Kristen Wiig’s net worth?

Kristen Wiig’s net worth is estimated at $25 million as of October 2026. Estimates vary.

How does Kristen Wiig make money?

From Saturday Night Live, film and television roles, voice work and writing and producing credits.

How old is Kristen Wiig?

Kristen Wiig was born on August 22, 1973 and is 53 years old.

Where is Kristen Wiig from?

She was born in Canandaigua, New York, and raised in Pennsylvania and Rochester, New York.

What is Kristen Wiig doing now?

She stars in and produces Palm Royale and has recent voice roles including Masters of the Universe.

How is Kristen Wiig’s net worth estimated?

The figure is an approximation based on public reporting, company valuations, and deal and earnings figures. It changes as new information emerges.

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How we estimate net worth

Our estimates are based on public reporting, company valuations, and deal and earnings figures all compiled in an internal valuation model. They are approximate, and figures change over time as new information emerges.

Last updated: October 2026.