They Went From Child Stars to Big Money — The Surprising Ways They Did It

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News (1 / 1) 23.04.2026 10:55 / Julia

They began as kids on screens and quietly built fortunes through acting, business and bets on new tech. Curious how Disney kids and reality TV stars became financial heavyweights? Read on to discover the full story!

Jessica Alba: early saver turned founder

Alba landed her first feature at 13 and has said she earned and saved money young. She co-founded The Honest Company in 2012, which reached a $1 billion valuation within three years.

Jami Gertz: from teen actress to team owner

Gertz, known for films like Twister and Sixteen Candles, is now an owner of the Atlanta Hawks alongside husband Tony Ressler. Forbes estimates Ressler's net worth at $11 billion; Gertz has stressed she brought substantial earnings to their marriage and even paid for their first home and vacation.