9. Jake Gyllenhaal
Net Worth: $65 million*
Wealth Inherited From: Stephen Gyllenhaal
Jake Gyllenhaal is the son of Stephen Gyllenhaal, a famous Hollywood director. He is the brother of actress Maggie Gyllenhaal. His mother, Naomi Foner, is a screenwriter. He was born in Los Angeles, and he attended Columbia University. He started acting when he was a child, appearing in the 1991 film City Slickers.
He had his first breakthrough role in October Sky, where he played Homer Hickam. He won an Indie Award for his role as Donnie Darko in the eponymous film. He acted in the film alongside his sister Maggie. He also has appeared in Comcast’s Focus Features movie Brokeback Mountain, receiving critical acclaim.
Stephen Gyllenhaal amassed his fortune by directing movies like Family of Spies and Waterland, as well as several different TV shows including The Mentalist and Blue Bloods. His connections in the industry certainly didn’t hurt Jake’s career.