From Cosmopolitan · Mehera Bonner · · 40s
DWTS Judges Earn Millions
DWTS judges make $30k per episode, with top earners hitting $1.2m annually.
In brief
DWTS judges make $30k per episode, with top earners hitting $1.2m annually. DWTS judges earn $30,000 per episode, with Bruno Tonioli and Carrie Ann Inaba reported at $9m and $7m net worth respectively. Originally reported by Cosmopolitan.
DWTS Judges' Seasonal Pay
Carrie Ann Inaba, Derek Hough, and Bruno Tonioli earn $250,000 per season.
Judge Salaries Vary
Carrie Ann and Bruno have been on DWTS since its start, while Derek joined in season 29.
Bruno's Episode Rate
Bruno Tonioli reportedly earns $30,000 per episode.
Judge Net Worths
Carrie Ann Inaba: $7 million, Bruno Tonioli: $9 million, Derek Hough: $8 million.
What matters most
DWTS judges earn $30,000 per episode, with Bruno Tonioli and Carrie Ann Inaba reported at $9m and $7m net worth respectively.
