Meet the $6 million child actor who had his own show at 9 and became a millionaire at 13

Iain Armitage , the talented actor known for playing the title role in Young Sheldon , is currently the world’s richest child actor , with a net worth of $6 million, as reported by CelebrityNetWorth.com. At 16 years old, Iain’s fortune far surpasses that of other famous child stars, including Aubrey Anderson-Emmons from Modern Family and Canadian actor Jacob Tremblay , who each have a net worth of around $2 million.

Rise to Fame: From YouTube to Stardom Born in 2008 in Georgia, Iain Armitage’s journey to fame began at a young age when he created his YouTube series Iain Loves Theatre. In this viral show, the six-year-old would review musical theatre performances, a series that quickly gained traction. The young actor’s natural talent and passion for theatre attracted the attention of talent agents, marking the start of his professional career.



In 2014, Iain appeared on The Perez Hilton Show, further solidifying his growing popularity. Making His Acting Debut Iain made his acting debut in 2017 with roles in three films: The Glass Castle, Our Souls At Night, and I’m Not Here. In the same year, he also appeared in popular TV shows like Law & Order: Special Victims Unit and Big Little Lies, where his performances were widely appreciated.

Breakout Role in Young Sheldon However, it was his casting as the lead in Young Sheldon that truly catapulted Iain into stardom. At just nine years old, he became one of the youngest actors ever to lead a primetime TV show. The show, a spinoff of The Big Bang Theory, quickly became a fan favourite, and Iain’s portrayal of young Sheldon Cooper—originally made famous by Jim Parsons—was widely praised.

Earnings and Milestones on Young Sheldon Iain’s rise to fame was also accompanied by a substantial increase in earnings. When he first began on Young Sheldon, he was reportedly paid $30,000 per episode, amounting to $660,000 (₹4.6 crore) for the first season.

By the fifth season, his salary had increased to $1.1 million (₹8 crore) per season. This impressive pay scale made him one of the youngest millionaires in Hollywood by the age of 13.

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Iain Armitage has earned his place as the richest child actor globally, with a fortune of $6 million, which exceeds the earnings of several high-profile Bollywood A-listers. From a YouTube sensation at the age of six to a millionaire actor by his teenage years, Iain’s impressive career trajectory is nothing short of extraordinary. His continued success in Hollywood ensures that this young star will likely remain a dominant force in the entertainment industry for years to come.

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