Table of Contents
Section 1: Introduction – The Two Fortunes of Dave Bautista
The financial story of Dave Bautista is not a simple, linear tale of wealth accumulation.
It is a narrative of two distinct fortunes, built on fundamentally opposing principles.
The first, belonging to the wrestling icon “Batista,” was forged in the crucible of sports entertainment, built on a brand of spectacle, physical dominance, and main-event appeal.
The second, belonging to the actor Dave Bautista, is a more resilient and diversified fortune meticulously crafted from artistic credibility, strategic risk, and a radical reinvention of self.
To understand Dave Bautista’s net worth—a figure estimated to be between $16 million and $20 million as of 2024-2025 1—is to understand the chasm between these two lives.
The core paradox of Bautista’s career, and the central thesis of this report, is that to build his true, lasting wealth, he first had to be willing to lose everything.
At the zenith of his WWE career, a six-time world champion and one of the industry’s highest-paid performers, he walked away from a guaranteed multi-million-dollar future.1
This decision led him not to immediate Hollywood stardom, but to a period of profound financial ruin, a time when he was, by his own admission, “completely broke”.3
It was from this abyss that he emerged with a new model for success, a framework this report will define as the “Bautista Blueprint.”
This Blueprint represents a new paradigm for career transition, one that consciously rejects the well-trodden path of other wrestlers-turned-actors.
Instead of leveraging his established persona for quick, lucrative action roles, Bautista’s model prioritizes long-term artistic respect over short-term financial gain, a strategy built on the currency of credibility.4
The fluctuating estimations of his net worth are not a sign of inaccurate reporting, but rather evidence of a dynamic, multi-faceted portfolio that defies simple calculation.
It is composed of blockbuster salaries, savvy business equity, and strategic investments that reflect a sophisticated financial architecture.
This report, therefore, aims not to land on a single definitive number, but to deconstruct the very architecture of the wealth that number represents, revealing the high-stakes journey of a man who built his fortune twice.
Section 2: The First Summit: Forging the ‘Batista’ Brand in WWE
The first fortune of Dave Bautista was born from desperation and forged into an empire of physical spectacle.
To appreciate the magnitude of what he later risked, one must first understand the staggering financial success he achieved as “Batista” in World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE).
This was not just a career; it was an escape from a life defined by hardship.
From Poverty to the Pinnacle
Bautista’s early life was a world away from the global stage of WrestleMania.
He grew up in a rough neighborhood of Washington, d+.C., where his family struggled with poverty so severe that he recalled stealing pencils from a recruiting office because they could not afford to buy them.6
Witnessing violent crime was a regular occurrence, and he was a troubled youth who left high school without a degree, living on his own by age 17.6
He found work as a nightclub bouncer, a path that led to an arrest and probation, before turning to bodybuilding, a discipline he credits with saving his life.6
The true catalyst for his transformation came at age 30.
In a moment of profound shame, he found himself having to borrow money from a coworker to buy Christmas presents for his children.7
It was this breakdown that made him see the lucrative potential of a career in professional wrestling and drove him to pursue it with singular focus.7
His journey was not immediate.
He was famously told by a trainer at World Championship Wrestling’s (WCW) Power Plant that he would “never make it” in the business.8
Undeterred, he sought training with legendary Samoan wrestler Afa Anoaʻi, financing it with help from friends, and finally signed a developmental contract with the WWF (now WWE) in 2000.6
The Architect of ‘The Animal’
In WWE’s developmental territory, Ohio Valley Wrestling (OVW), he was repackaged as “Leviathan,” an imposing monster who quickly captured the heavyweight title.7
When he was called up to WWE’s main roster in 2002, he debuted as the stoic enforcer “Deacon Batista”.8
However, his career truly ignited when he was rebranded simply as Batista and placed in the elite stable “Evolution” alongside legends Triple H and Ric Flair, and fellow rising star Randy Orton.8
It was here that the persona of “The Animal” was born—a powerhouse of few words and devastating force, a brand that would make him a global superstar.
His ascent was meteoric.
He won the 2005 Royal Rumble, which propelled him to the main event of WrestleMania 21, where he defeated his former mentor Triple H to win his first World Heavyweight Championship.8
This victory cemented his status as a top-tier star, and over the next five years, he would become one of the most decorated and highest-paid performers in the company.
Quantifying the First Fortune
Batista’s WWE success translated into substantial financial rewards.
He was a six-time world champion, headlining multiple pay-per-view events that were among the highest-grossing in wrestling history.1
This main-event status came with a lucrative compensation structure.
His base contract was reported to be around £615,000 per year (approximately $800,000 at the time), but this figure was significantly augmented by bonuses for major events and merchandise sales.10
His drawing power was immense, reflected in specific, high-figure paydays.
For his headlining match at WrestleMania 23, he reportedly earned half a million dollars, and other reports suggest he could earn as much as one million dollars from the SmackDown brand alone during his peak.11
This period, from 2005 to 2010, solidified the financial foundation of his first fortune—a multi-million-dollar empire built on the back of the “Batista” brand.2
Yet, this very success created a formidable challenge.
The “Batista” persona, while immensely profitable, was a one-dimensional character defined by physical intimidation.
It was a brand that generated millions but also erected creative walls.
As Bautista’s ambitions quietly shifted toward the nuanced world of acting, he found himself trapped by the very image that had made him rich.
The brand that was his greatest financial asset in the wrestling ring became his greatest liability in a Hollywood casting room.
To pursue his true passion—to be seen as a “respected actor” and not just a muscle-bound action hero—he couldn’t simply transition.
He had to perform a complete identity reset, which meant walking away from the “golden handcuffs” of his WWE stardom and the financial security they guaranteed.
| Year | Key Career Milestone | Reported Salary/Bonus | Strategic Significance |
| 2003 | Joined “Evolution” stable | N/A | Brand solidification as a powerhouse alongside top stars.8 |
| 2005 | Won Royal Rumble Match | N/A | Propelled to main event status.9 |
| 2005 | Won first World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania 21 | N/A | Became a top-tier draw and one of WWE’s highest-paid stars.1 |
| 2007 | Headlined WrestleMania 23 | $500,000 | Demonstrated significant drawing power at WWE’s biggest event.11 |
| 2000s | Peak WWE Stardom | Base salary of ~£615,000 + bonuses; reported $1M from SmackDown | Established a multi-million dollar financial foundation.10 |
| 2010 | Left WWE at the height of his fame | Forfeited guaranteed multi-million dollar income | The high-stakes pivot from financial security to artistic pursuit.3 |
Section 3: The Abyss: The High Cost of a New Identity
Dave Bautista’s 2010 departure from WWE was not a retirement; it was a deliberate leap into a professional and financial void.
He traded the roar of sold-out arenas and a multi-million-dollar contract for the uncertainty of Hollywood casting calls, driven by a burgeoning desire to become a serious actor.4
His first taste of acting, a small role in the 2006 film
Relative Strangers, had left him deeply dissatisfied with his own performance and ignited a determination to master the craft.6
This ambition, however, would come at a staggering cost, leading to a period of struggle that is the critical, defining chapter of his entire career narrative.
The Financial Collapse
The transition from wrestling icon to aspiring actor was brutal and humbling.
Unlike some of his peers who found a more seamless path to Hollywood, Bautista’s journey was marked by a catastrophic financial collapse.3
According to his close friend and former WWE colleague Triple H, the situation became dire.
Bautista had been living off the substantial money he made in wrestling, but a series of “bad investments” quickly eroded his fortune.3
As he relentlessly pursued auditions, his savings dwindled until there was nothing left.
Triple H revealed the shocking extent of his struggle: “At some point, he went completely broke.
He was living on someone’s couch, just trying to get his foot in the door”.3
This was the stark reality of his choice.
The man who had headlined WrestleMania and earned millions was now destitute, fighting not for championship belts but for a chance to prove he could be more than the persona he had so successfully built.
This period of destitution serves as the most crucial differentiator in his story.
It was not merely a setback; it was an unintentional but highly effective strategic filter.
Financial ruin stripped away the luxury of choice that wealth provides.
A successful actor can afford to take on lucrative but creatively hollow “movie star” roles simply for the paycheck.
Bautista, having lost his fortune, no longer had this option.
His desperation was not for money, but for legitimacy.
Every audition, every role he fought for, had to count toward his long-term goal of earning respect as an actor.
He couldn’t afford a misstep that would further typecast him as just another “big giant guy” from the wrestling world.3
This financial crucible forced a purity of purpose upon him.
His hunger for a chance to demonstrate his craft, rather than for a quick payday, became his greatest strategic asset, guiding him toward choices that would build a foundation of credibility—a currency that would ultimately prove far more valuable than the money he had lost.
Section 4: The Epiphany: The “Character Actor, Not Movie Star” Paradigm
From the ashes of his financial collapse, Dave Bautista forged a new professional philosophy—a paradigm that would define his second act and ultimately build his second, more resilient fortune.
This epiphany was crystallized in a simple, powerful declaration that became his mantra: “I never wanted to be the next Rock”.5
This was not a criticism of his wildly successful predecessor, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, but a clear-eyed statement of intent.
While Johnson built a global brand by amplifying his charismatic persona into that of a quintessential movie star, Bautista chose the opposite path.
He wanted to disappear into his characters, to be known not for his name above the title, but for the quality of his work within the film.
He aimed to be a “good f***ing actor.
A respected actor”.5
This commitment to craft over celebrity set him on a fundamentally different trajectory from other wrestlers-turned-actors.13
He actively sought roles that would challenge perceptions and showcase his range, a strategy that required immense patience and a willingness to start from the bottom.
He demonstrated his dedication in tangible ways, such as deliberately losing weight after gaining it for a role.
He explained that at his wrestling size of 6’4″ and 240 pounds, he looked like a “gorilla” next to other actors, creating a distraction.
His goal was to serve the story, not his own imposing image—the hallmark of a true character actor.15
The Blade Runner 2049 Turning Point
The ultimate validation of this new paradigm came from an unlikely place: a small, quiet role in a high-concept science fiction masterpiece.
In 2017, acclaimed director Denis Villeneuve cast Bautista as Sapper Morton in Blade Runner 2049.
Though he was on screen for only a few minutes, his performance was a revelation.
He portrayed the fugitive replicant with a world-weary soulfulness and a tragic, gentle gravity that was the antithesis of the explosive “Batista” persona.16
This role was the turning point.
It proved that a top-tier auteur could see beyond his physique and trust him with emotional complexity.6
The critical reception to his performance changed Hollywood’s perception of him overnight.
Suddenly, he was not just a former wrestler; he was an actor with surprising depth.
The cultural impact of this brief appearance in a revered film far outweighed his more conventional role as a lead henchman in the James Bond blockbuster
Spectre.14
Villeneuve was so impressed that he cast him again in his epic
Dune films, cementing Bautista’s place as an actor sought by visionary directors.16
The Sapper Morton role was the proof of concept for the “Bautista Blueprint”: that by prioritizing artistic credibility over commercial appeal, he could open doors that money alone could never unlock.
Section 5: Building the Second Fortune: The “Respected Actor” Portfolio
With his new paradigm validated, Dave Bautista began to construct his second fortune.
This new financial architecture was built on a sophisticated dual strategy: leveraging a commercial blockbuster franchise for financial stability while simultaneously using that stability to pursue artistically ambitious projects that built his credibility.
His Hollywood earnings are not just a list of paychecks; they are a meticulously curated portfolio designed to maximize both income and respect.
Subsection 5.1: The Financial Anchor – The Marvel Cinematic Universe
The cornerstone of Bautista’s financial recovery and subsequent success was his role as Drax the Destroyer in Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy.
Landing this part in 2014 was the breakthrough that, in the words of Triple H, “changed everything”.1
The role provided the financial bedrock for his entire career, allowing him to operate from a position of strength.
His salary progression through the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) illustrates how this franchise became his financial anchor:
- Guardians of the Galaxy (2014): His debut as Drax earned him a reported $1.4 million.1
- Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (2017): Following the first film’s massive success, his salary more than doubled to $3 million.1
- Avengers: Infinity War (2018): For his role in the ensemble blockbuster, he earned an estimated $2 million.1
- Avengers: Endgame (2019): His participation in the highest-grossing film of its time garnered him a reported $4 million.1
In total, his earnings from his entire MCU run are estimated to be between $15 million and $20 million.1
This consistent, high-level income was not a deviation from his “character actor” paradigm; it was the critical enabler of it.
The financial security provided by the Drax role gave him the freedom to be selective, to pursue lower-paying but artistically fulfilling projects without the risk of returning to the destitution he had once known.
Subsection 5.2: The Currency of Credibility – Working with Auteurs
With the MCU providing a safety net, Bautista aggressively pursued roles that offered the “currency of credibility.” He demonstrated a clear willingness to trade a massive star-level paycheck for the opportunity to work with visionary directors and build his reputation as a serious actor.
This strategy is evident in his salary for Denis Villeneuve’s Dune saga.
For Dune: Part One, he reportedly earned $2 million, and for Dune: Part Two, his salary was $1 million.21
While substantial, these figures are modest compared to the film’s main stars and what he could potentially command for a leading role in a less prestigious action film.
He coveted the role of Glossu Rabban not for the money, but for the creative value of collaborating with a director like Villeneuve again.16
Similarly, his scene-stealing role as Duke Cody in Rian Johnson’s Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery was another strategic move.
While his specific salary is not public, the film’s ensemble nature and massive budget suggest a collaborative pay structure rather than one dominated by a single star’s salary.25
The role allowed him to showcase his comedic timing and versatility, further boosting his credibility and demonstrating his value within a high-profile ensemble cast.5
These choices, along with his lead role in M.
Night Shyamalan’s emotionally complex thriller
Knock at the Cabin, are direct results of the reputation he painstakingly built—a reputation that is now paying dividends both creatively and financially.4
| Film Title | Director | Genre | Reported Salary | Strategic Value |
| Guardians of the Galaxy | James Gunn | Blockbuster | $1.4 Million 17 | Financial Anchor / Commercial Breakthrough |
| Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 | James Gunn | Blockbuster | $3 Million 19 | Financial Anchor / Increased Bankability |
| Blade Runner 2049 | Denis Villeneuve | Auteur-Driven | N/A | Credibility Builder / Critical Turning Point |
| Avengers: Infinity War | Russo Brothers | Blockbuster | $2 Million 1 | Financial Anchor / Maintained Blockbuster Presence |
| Avengers: Endgame | Russo Brothers | Blockbuster | $4 Million 1 | Financial Anchor / Peak Commercial Exposure |
| Dune | Denis Villeneuve | Auteur-Driven | $2 Million 23 | Credibility Builder / Auteur Collaboration |
| Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery | Rian Johnson | Ensemble | N/A | Credibility Builder / Comedic Range Showcase |
| Dune: Part Two | Denis Villeneuve | Auteur-Driven | $1 Million 21 | Credibility Builder / Continued Auteur Relationship |
Section 6: The Empire: Diversification Beyond the Performance
In the mature phase of his career, Dave Bautista has executed the final stage of his Blueprint: transitioning from a paid performer to an owner and investor.
This strategic evolution diversifies his income streams and builds long-term, sustainable wealth through assets that are not solely dependent on his next acting role.
He is no longer just a piece in the Hollywood machine; he is becoming an architect of his own financial empire.
Subsection 6.1: From Actor to Architect – The Strategy of Dogbone Entertainment
The most significant move in this new phase was the establishment of his own production company, Dogbone Entertainment, in 2022.1
This venture represents a calculated shift from earning a salary to building equity.
Dogbone is not a mere vanity label but an active development and production entity.
The company is already producing significant projects, including the comedy
The Romantic in partnership with Paramount Pictures and Ryan Reynolds’ powerhouse company, Maximum Effort.28
Furthermore, Dogbone has embarked on an ambitious multimedia franchise called Cat Assassin, developed with Titan1Studios.29
This project, conceived by a writer from the hit video game
Stray, is planned to span video games, an animated series, and comic books, demonstrating a sophisticated strategy for building intellectual property (IP) from the ground up.29
Dogbone Entertainment is the ultimate expression of the Bautista Blueprint.
Having fought for creative respect as an actor, he is now building a platform to control his own narrative and create the types of stories he wants to tell.
This provides him with an equity-based income stream, a crucial evolution that promises far greater long-term financial returns than any single acting salary.
Subsection 6.2: Investing in Authenticity – The Devils River Whiskey Partnership
In 2023, Bautista further diversified his portfolio by becoming an investor and partner in the Texas-based Devils River Whiskey.32
This move demonstrates a savvy understanding of brand alignment and long-term value creation.
Crucially, this is not a simple endorsement deal; he is an owner with an equity stake in the company’s growth, tying his financial success directly to the brand’s performance.1
The partnership is strategically sound.
Devils River Whiskey’s stated goal to “lead the diversification of bourbon culture” perfectly mirrors Bautista’s own career journey of breaking molds and defying expectations.32
He stated he was “blown away by their products and the love and pride that goes into making them” and was excited to “contribute to the growth of the company”.32
This venture represents a smart diversification of his financial portfolio into a tangible consumer product, leveraging the authenticity of his personal brand to build value completely outside of the volatile entertainment industry.
Subsection 6.3: The Asset Portfolio
Beyond his primary business ventures, Bautista’s net worth is supported by a portfolio of tangible assets accumulated during his second wave of success.
These assets reflect his financial stability and personal tastes.
- Real Estate: He owns a stunning $1.7 million mansion in Tampa, Florida, which features a gourmet kitchen, a private cinema, and a guest house. He also owns a separate, dedicated gym-focused property equipped for jiu-jitsu and boxing.34
- Luxury Goods: His success has afforded him a collection of high-end automobiles, including a Lamborghini Murciélago, a Rolls-Royce Wraith, and a Ferrari F8. He also possesses a collection of luxury watches from brands like Rolex and Panerai.34
- Other Ventures: His entrepreneurial spirit extends to co-ownership of DC Society Ink, a tattoo and piercing brand, and ownership stakes in various fitness and nutrition brands that align with his personal history and public image.1
| Venture/Asset Class | Description | Bautista’s Role | Strategic Function |
| Dogbone Entertainment | Film & TV production company founded in 2022. | Owner / Producer | Equity Growth / Creative Control / IP Development |
| Devils River Whiskey | Texas-based whiskey distiller. | Investor / Partner | Equity Growth / Brand Alignment / Portfolio Diversification |
| DC Society Ink | Tattoo and piercing brand. | Co-Proprietor | Business Ownership / Passive Income |
| Fitness & Nutrition Brands | Various stakes in health-focused companies. | Investor / Owner | Business Ownership / Brand Alignment |
| Real Estate | $1.7M Tampa mansion and separate gym property. | Owner | Personal Asset / Wealth Storage |
| Luxury Collections | High-end cars (Lamborghini, Ferrari) and watches (Rolex). | Owner | Personal Asset / Store of Value |
Section 7: Conclusion – Valuing the Blueprint
Revisiting the initial question of Dave Bautista’s net worth, the range of estimates from $16 million to $20 million is not a contradiction but a snapshot of a financial portfolio in dynamic motion.1
A simple salary-based calculation is insufficient.
His true wealth is increasingly tied to the appreciating value of his equity stakes in Dogbone Entertainment and Devils River Whiskey—assets whose future potential is far greater than their current book value.
His net worth is less a static number and more an upward trajectory powered by ownership.
Ultimately, the “Bautista Blueprint” itself emerges as his most valuable, albeit intangible, asset.
It is a proven, if arduous, framework for profound career reinvention, built on a foundation of three core principles:
- Authenticity: A relentless commitment to a core personal mission—to be a respected actor—which guided every professional choice, from roles taken to ventures launched.
- Calculated Risk: The courage to walk away from guaranteed success and endure catastrophic failure in the unwavering pursuit of a long-term, more meaningful vision.
- Strategic Patience: The discipline to build a reputation brick by brick, treating credibility as a currency that, over time, yielded far greater and more sustainable financial returns than chasing immediate paychecks ever could have.
Dave Bautista’s net worth is more than the sum of his assets; it is the financial manifestation of a life and career rebuilt on principle.
He did not simply earn a second fortune.
He earned the right to define his own value in Hollywood and beyond—a blueprint for reinvention that is, in its own way, priceless.
Works cited
- Dave Bautista (Batista) Net Worth 2025 – Sports Illustrated, accessed August 12, 2025, https://www.si.com/fannation/wrestling/dave-bautista-batista-net-worth-2024
- Batista’s Net Worth in 2024: His Current Income, Major Earnings …, accessed August 12, 2025, https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/wwe/top-stories/batistas-net-worth-in-2024-his-current-income-major-earnings-and-career-highlights/articleshow/113087706.cms
- Triple H Shared Shocking Details Of Dave Bautista’s Hollywood …, accessed August 12, 2025, https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/wwe/top-stories/triple-h-shared-shocking-details-of-dave-bautistas-hollywood-dream-he-went-completely-broke/articleshow/116272668.cms
- Dave Bautista’s Journey: From WWE Champion to Respected …, accessed August 12, 2025, https://www.si.com/everyday-athlete/athletes/dave-bautista-s-quest-for-respect-from-wrestling-champion-to-hollywood-storyteller
- Dave Bautista Addresses Fans’ Dwayne Johnson Comparisons – CBR, accessed August 12, 2025, https://www.cbr.com/dave-bautista-fan-dwayne-johnson-comparisons/
- Dave Bautista | WWE, Movies, Dune, & Facts | Britannica, accessed August 12, 2025, https://www.britannica.com/biography/Dave-Bautista
- Dave Bautista – Wikiwand, accessed August 12, 2025, https://www.wikiwand.com/en/articles/Dave_Bautista
- Dave Bautista – Wikipedia, accessed August 12, 2025, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dave_Bautista
- Dave Bautista | Wiki | Marvel Amino, accessed August 12, 2025, https://aminoapps.com/c/marvel/page/item/dave-bautista/V005_50WivIbZgGanKbnrVKYkY2Ele1Pdo
- Dave Bautista: WWE superstar’s salary, net worth, wrestling and film career, wife and controversies – The Mirror, accessed August 12, 2025, https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/other-sports/wrestling/dave-bautista-wwe-superstars-salary-13209685
- Dave Bautista Net Worth: Uncovering The Journey Of A Multi-Talented Star, accessed August 12, 2025, https://ubitagcaracterizacion.eafit.edu.co/tiktok-flash-006/dave-bautista-net-worth.html
- Dave Bautista or Dwayne Johnson: Who is the Better Wrestler-Turned-Actor? – MovieWeb, accessed August 12, 2025, https://movieweb.com/dave-bautista-or-dwayne-johnson-who-is-the-better-wrestler-turned-actor/
- Dave Bautista claims the acting belt over The Rock and Cena – Martlet, accessed August 12, 2025, https://martlet.ca/dave-bautista-claims-the-acting-belt-over-the-rock-and-cena/
- Dave Bautista: ‘I Never Wanted to Be’ the Next Dwayne Johnson. ‘I Just Want to Be a Good F—ing Actor’ : r/blankies – Reddit, accessed August 12, 2025, https://www.reddit.com/r/blankies/comments/105cn4i/dave_bautista_i_never_wanted_to_be_the_next/
- When the Actor is More Than a Typecast – YouTube, accessed August 12, 2025, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2LIFcZR8TXQ
- Batista: The Evolution Of An Actor – The Signature Spot, accessed August 12, 2025, https://www.thesignaturespot.com/articles/batista-the-evolution-of-an-actor
- www.si.com, accessed August 12, 2025, https://www.si.com/fannation/wrestling/dave-bautista-batista-net-worth-2024#:~:text=Per%20Epicstream%2C%20Dave%20Bautista%20started,Guardians%20of%20the%20Galaxy%3A%20Vol.
- 10 Highest Salaries Of MCU Actors – Screen Rant, accessed August 12, 2025, https://screenrant.com/mcu-actors-highest-salaries-movies/
- Guardians of the Galaxy 3: Here’s How Much the Guardians Cast Got Paid for Their Appearance in the MCU – IGN India, accessed August 12, 2025, https://in.ign.com/guardians-of-the-galaxy-vol-3/183613/news/guardians-of-the-galaxy-3-heres-how-much-the-guardians-cast-got-paid-for-their-appearance-in-the-mcu
- Guardians Of The Galaxy: Chris Pratt aka Star-Lord Has Taken Home $20-25 Million As His Salary! Here’s How Much Bradley Cooper & Others Have Earned For Their Act In MCU Films – Koimoi, accessed August 12, 2025, https://www.koimoi.com/hollywood-news/guardians-of-the-galaxy-chris-pratt-aka-star-lord-has-taken-home-20-25-million-as-his-salary-heres-how-much-bradley-cooper-others-have-earned-for-their-act-in-mcu-films/
- www.tiktok.com, accessed August 12, 2025, https://www.tiktok.com/@cocognz/video/7340053880216079658?lang=en#:~:text=When%20it%20comes%20to%20Josh,main%20source%20of%20this%20movie.
- Dune: Part Two Cast Salaries – YouTube, accessed August 12, 2025, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZRwxpd1q5ug
- How much do actors get paid in an ensemble cast, like Dune? – Reddit, accessed August 12, 2025, https://www.reddit.com/r/NoStupidQuestions/comments/1649neh/how_much_do_actors_get_paid_in_an_ensemble_cast/
- Dune Part 2 Cast Salaries Revealed: Zendaya, Chalamet Top the List | TikTok, accessed August 12, 2025, https://www.tiktok.com/@cocognz/video/7340053880216079658
- Why Daniel Craig Was Paid So Much For Knives Out Sequels – Screen Rant, accessed August 12, 2025, https://screenrant.com/daniel-craig-knives-out-2-3-salary-netflix-reason/
- “Knives Out 3” Has A $210M Budget? – Dark Horizons, accessed August 12, 2025, https://www.darkhorizons.com/knives-out-3-has-a-210m-budget/
- “DAVE BAUTISTA’s DOGBONE ENTERTAINMENT PARTNERS, accessed August 12, 2025, https://www.gamespress.com/tr/DAVE-BAUTISTAs-DOGBONE-ENTERTAINMENT-PARTNERS-WITH-TITAN1STUDIOS-FOR-C
- Dave Bautista Finally Lands His Dream Role 24 Years Into His Acting Career – Collider, accessed August 12, 2025, https://collider.com/dave-bautista-cast-the-romantic/
- Cat Assassin, A Game Aiming To Kickstart A Multimedia Franchise, Revealed By Dave Bautista’s New Studio – TheGamer, accessed August 12, 2025, https://www.thegamer.com/cat-assassin-game-dave-bautista-studio-assassins-creed-stray-splinter-cell/
- Cat Assassin Game Announced By Dave Bautista’s Production Company – DualShockers, accessed August 12, 2025, https://www.dualshockers.com/cat-assassin-game-announced-dave-bautista-production-company/
- Cat Assassin: Dave Bautista and Titan1Studios Team Up for Multi-Platform Franchise, accessed August 12, 2025, https://www.agamingnetwork.com/cat-assassin-dave-bautista-and-titan1studios-team-up-for-multi-platform-franchise/
- Dave Bautista invests in whiskey business – The Drinks Business, accessed August 12, 2025, https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2023/10/dave-bautista-invests-in-whiskey-business/
- Actor and Producer Dave Bautista Joins Texas-Based Devils River Whiskey Ownership Group, accessed August 12, 2025, https://devilsriverwhiskey.com/celebrity-partners/
- Dave Bautista Luxurious Life 2025 | Hollywood actor and former WWE Superstar – YouTube, accessed August 12, 2025, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jTCTpKDu4Vc
