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Tom Hanks, $70 Million

Arguably Tom Hanks' most iconic role is as Forrest Gump. It's also likely his biggest paycheck, coming in at $70 million after negotiation for film profits. The 1994 film is still just as iconic today.

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.