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Kiefer Sutherland's Impressive Salary for "24"
A Television Superstar's Lucrative Deal
Kiefer Sutherland's portrayal of Counter Terrorism Agent Jack Bauer in the television series "24" made him a household name and secured him a staggering salary.
The Highest Paid Actor on Television
In April 2006, Sutherland signed a contract with 20th Century Fox Television that made him the highest paid actor in television at the time. For his role as Bauer, he earned a whopping $550,000 per episode, translating to a total of $13.2 million for the first season.
Sutherland's salary continued to climb, and he became the highest-paid actor on television with a three-season contract worth $40 million.
A Race Against Time and Terror
"24" follows Bauer as he relentlessly pursues terrorist threats and tries to prevent catastrophic events. The high-stakes drama and Sutherland's intense performance captivated audiences worldwide.
Sutherland's impressive salary is a testament to his star power and the success of the series, which ran for eight seasons and became one of the most popular television shows of its time.
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