The top paid cosplayers aren’t limited to those starring in the popular anime. Across the United States, these talented performers are often hired as voice actors in movies, television, and video games. Some of the best-paid are Maitland Ward, Jannet Vinogradova, and Enako. However, there are many others who also receive an impressive amount of money from fans. These include Philmizuno, Alodia Gosiengfiao, and Maitland Ward.
Enako
In the past few years, Enako has become a global anime star and is one of Japan’s highest paid cosplayers. The 27-year-old from Nagoya has a very impressive resume that includes voice acting, modeling, anime, and pop music.
Cosplay is a big business in Japan, but it isn’t just about “playing.” Depending on the cosplayer, their appearance fee can be as high as 400,000 yen at stage events. Even if it’s just selling merchandise, a popular cosplayer can make as much as $100,000 a day.
As a result, Enako earns more than the average Japanese salary of 3,592. According to her personal Twitter account, she made over 100 million yen in 2018.
Although she’s still young, Enako already has a loyal fan base that is willing to pay for her cosplays. Her earnings are likely due to growing popularity and her ability to market her work.
One of the most famous cosplayers in the world is Lena Headey, who plays Cersei Lannister in Game of Thrones. She earned $1 million for her role. However, most professional cosplayers aren’t making that much.
Several other professional cosplayers are making up to a half a million dollars per year. Yaya Han is one of them. His income is based on his appearances at conventions and his costume designs.
Other top-tier cosplayers include the talented ukuro, who has 8.9 million followers on Twitter. He has a similar following on YouTube, as do many other anime celebrities.
Many cosplayers, such as Enako, have turned their hobby into a money-making business. They are also known to avoid copyright infringement.
The Japanese government has also considered making changes to the copyright law to allow professional cosplayers to make more money. This would not affect fan cosplayers.
Philmizuno
Philmizuno is a Canadian cosplayer who has cosplayed in many popular franchises such as The Black Butler and Gilgamesh. He also has a large social media following and has been invited to judge in many international conventions.
When he’s not busy cosplaying, Phil is a model and an actor. His looks and skills have made him a popular character in the cosplay world. Besides his looks, he has a strong sense of detail.
Cosplay has been a passion of his since he was a child. He used to be a military officer, but after he was discharged, he decided to pursue his love for cosplay.
Currently, he is living in Toronto, Canada. He has a great passion for cosplay and is trying to share it with other people. His goal is to inspire others to pursue their love of cosplay.
Another famous cosplayer is Chris Villain, a YouTuber, singer, and anime fanatic. With more than 200,000 subscribers, he has a wide social network and has worked with popular brands to promote their products.
There are many cosplayers who are new to the scene, but they are putting their talents on the map. These cosplayers have worked hard on their looks and are leaving their mark in the world of cosplay.
Another cosplayer is Michael Hamm, a comic book and anime enthusiast who is very creative. As a result, he has appeared on a variety of magazine covers and portrayed superheroes and cat-related characters.
Another famous cosplayer is Enako, a cosplayer from Japan. She has 1.6 million followers on her Instagram and 1.3 million on Twitter. This cosplayer has been in the cosplay industry for five years and has made over 90k USD a month from it.
Maitland Ward
Maitland Ward is a former model, actress and cosplayer. She is famous for her roles on the television shows Boy Meets World and The Bold and the Beautiful. But her biggest success is in the adult film industry. Her career in adult films has led her to become one of the most well-known and richest stars in the adult industry.
As a model and actress, Maitland Ward has made her mark in both the adult and mainstream film industries. Her first acting roles came on TV as a teen. After a stint on The Bold and the Beautiful, Ward continued to work in the adult film industry.
In 2004, she played a small role in the Wayans brothers’ comedy White Chicks. Later, she starred in several independent films. She also appeared as a guest star in a number of notable television shows.
One of the most popular actors in the adult entertainment industry, Ward has also written for The Daily Beast, Good Morning America, Entertainment Tonight and more. She has also gained a massive following on social media. While she has not released information on how much she makes, she has been known to say that she makes six figures a month via OnlyFans.
As an actress, Ward has appeared in a number of high-budget adult features. She has been nominated for six XBIZ awards and received a number of accolades for her performances. During her first year of performing, she was nominated for two Adult Video News Awards.
When she began performing, Ward enjoyed being a part of a larger team. In fact, she was invited to take part in a Living Art show in Los Angeles. This event inspired her to begin cosplaying.
Jannet Vinogradova
Jannet Vinogradova is the highest paid cosplayer in the world. She earns hundreds of thousands of dollars every year while doing what she loves.
Aside from her lucrative career as a cosplayer, she also owns a small business that focuses on wig making and photo books. She also does commissions for other cosplayers. Her newest project is a tutorial on how to use a wig in cosplay.
She started out as a cosplayer, but she soon went on to make a name for herself by acting and modeling. She has done roles in both a reality TV show and a popular anime series. She has over 600K Instagram followers and almost 50K YouTube subscribers.
Among her other hobbies are photography, go-go dancing, and wrestling. She also enjoys crafting her own costumes and wearing intense contacts to look like her favorite characters.
While she may not be the most prolific or the most famous cosplayer, she has the most impressive fan base. Her company, Spiral Cats, is made up of five women who dress up as popular characters in the world of video games and anime. They also host events such as E3 and BlizzCon.
The top cosplayers are a mix of newcomers and veterans. Some of the best ones are also talented in other areas, such as blacksmithing and engineering. Most of these people spend hundreds of hours on their craft, making it easy to earn a fortune.
One of the most popular names in cosplay is Vampy Bit Me. Linda Le has been attending more than 200 conventions in the last five years. Known for her Medieval Batman suit, she makes a lot of money off of her appearances.
Alodia Gosiengfiao
Alodia Gosiengfiao is a Filipina cosplayer and actress. She was born on March 9, 1988 in Quezon City, Philippines. She went to Ateneo de Manila University for her degree in Information Design.
Her love for video games led her to become a fan of cosplay. After joining an internet fan forum, she became acquainted with other anime fans. This helped her gain access to other people who were also interested in cosplaying. With her passion, she started her career as a cosplayer.
She has traveled the world as a professional cosplayer. Among her cosplays are characters from X-men, Final Fantasy X-2, and K-On! In 2007, she was a guest judge at the Madman National Cosplay Championship. Throughout her career, she has appeared in numerous commercials and TV shows.
Alodia’s popularity in the cosplay community has made her a huge influence. It has enabled more Filipinos to join the community, paving the way for other aspiring cosplayers to achieve their dreams. Moreover, her social media following is now a great source of income.
She has received endorsement deals from many video game developers. Blizzard Entertainment, the creator of Warcraft, contacted Alodia for a Star Craft 2 endorsement deal. Meanwhile, Canon, the manufacturer of Canon digital cameras, invited her to become a brand ambassador for their product.
Alodia has a wide social media presence, with 600,000 Instagram followers. She also has more than 180,000 subscribers on her YouTube channel. As of December 2022, her net worth is estimated to be $5 million.
In addition to her cosplaying career, Alodia is a fashion model. She has starred in various TV shows, including Laugh Out Loud, and co-hosted the ABS-CBN prank show. Additionally, she has appeared in movies and a teen romantic comedy.