Mika Brzezinski – $20 Million

Mika Brzezinski’s name got etched into our minds when she became the on-ground reporter covering the 9/11 disaster. Soon, she earned a reputation for being the cut-to-chase anchor who stood up for journalistic values time and again.

Besides being a lead presenter on Morning Joe, Brzezinski is also a visiting fellow at the prestigious Harvard Institute of Politics and has also authored three books that cover a range of issues. The illustrious career translated into a bank balance of almost $20 million, making her one of the richest women in TV news.