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Carrie Ann Inaba Net Worth and DWTS Career and Earnings

Unveiling Carrie Ann Inaba's Wealth: How the DWTS Judge Earns Big!

Who is Carrie Ann Inaba?

Carrie Ann Inaba is a well-known American TV personality, dancer, choreographer, actress, and singer, famous for being a judge on Dancing with the Stars (DWTS) since 2005.

Carrie Ann Inaba's Net Worth

Carrie Ann Inaba Net Worth and DWTS Career and Earnings

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In 2024, Inaba's estimated net worth ranges from $7 million to $9 million, built from her diverse entertainment career. Her income sources include:

Judging: Inaba reportedly earned $2.4 million over two DWTS seasons.
Singing: Known as a pop star in Japan, she has released several singles.
Choreography: She has choreographed for American Idol and the Miss America pageant.
Hosting: Inaba has hosted major events like the Primetime Emmy Awards and CBS’s The Talk.
Production: Founder of EnterMediArts Inc., Inaba also produced Burn the Floor on Broadway.
Television: She gained early fame as one of the original Fly Girls on In Living Color (1990-1992).
Philanthropy: Through her Carrie Ann Animal Foundation, Inaba supports animal welfare causes.

Earnings on Dancing with the Stars (DWTS)

Judges’ Salaries

Carrie Ann Inaba: $1 million per season
Bruno Tonioli: $1 million per season
Derek Hough: $1 million per season

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Professional Dancers’ Fees
Professional dancers on DWTS earn between $1,200 to $5,000 per episode. Additional income is possible through tours and related appearances.

Celebrity Contestants’ Earnings
Celebrity contestants earn as they progress: