Jonathan Bailey topped the charts as the highest-grossing actor of 2025, according to Variety. He achieved this success thanks to his performances in the hit films Wicked: For Good and Jurassic World: Rebirth, both of which were major box office successes.
Jurassic World: Rebirth was a huge success, earning over $868 million worldwide, with $339.6 million coming from the U.S. and Canada and $529.2 million from international markets. Wicked: For Good also performed well, bringing in around $475 million globally, with $316 million from North America and $159 million from other countries. Combined, Bailey’s films have grossed over $1 billion in 2025.
Both movies are follow-ups to well-known series and star big names like Scarlett Johansson and Ariana Grande. However, Bailey’s success is groundbreaking: he’s the first openly gay actor to earn the title of highest-grossing actor of the year, according to Variety.
In Wicked: For Good, actor Bailey has been receiving excellent reviews for his portrayal of Fiyero. The Guardian called him a scene-stealing standout, praising his playful and energetic performance, and ABC News highlighted his incredible singing, dancing, and acting skills.
Bailey added to the film’s music with his song “Dancing Through Life,” which peaked at number 86 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. He received a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor, and the entire cast was nominated for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture.
In 2025, Bailey captivated audiences with his performance as Richard II at the Bridge Theatre, directed by Nicholas Hytner. His success in both large-scale films, musicals, and stage productions demonstrates his range as an actor and explains why 2025 was such a significant year for him.
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