PHILIP MICHAEL THOMAS VS RICHARD GERE (born in 1949)
PHILIP MICHAEL THOMAS – $2.5 Million
Philip Michael Thomas and Richard Gere are both popular actors who have graced the movie screens. Philip became known for his role in the hit series, Miami Vice, alongside Don Johnson during the ‘80s. He also had some screen time in movies such as Coonskin which was released in 1975 and Sparkle wherein he starred beside Irene Cara. Philip also appeared in various shows during his heydays and even scored advertisements as well as being a spokesperson for a certain cell phone service.
Later on, Phil and Don worked together again in the TV show, Nash Bridges in 1997. He later voiced Lance Vance in the popular console game, Grand Theft Auto: Vice City as well as Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories. His career tapered off afterward, and his current net worth is $2.5 million, which is far from Richard’s earnings. Perhaps with the aid of a financial advisor, he can still generate more.
RICHARD GERE – $120 Million
Richard Gere and Philip Michael Thomas are both famous actors. For Richard, his career began in the theaters. His first major role in the theater was in 1973 for the stage version of Grease. He has also received a Theater World Award for his role in another play called, Bent. Many took notice of Richard when he started playing small roles in films such as Looking for Mr. Goodbar and Days of Heaven.
His real breakthrough came when he starred in the movies American Gigolo and An Officer and a Gentleman where he received his first nomination for the Golden Globe Award. Aside from that, Richard also starred in Pretty Woman, Chicago, Unfaithful, and Shall We Dance? Aside from acting, he has also made investments in other business ventures, such as in the Bedford Post Inn. Between Philip and Richard, the latter has made decent earnings as an actor which netted him $120 million in terms of overall net worth.