Hannity tops media "rich list" with $29 million salary

Hannity, a conservative commentator and Donald Trump backer, makes a $29 million annual salary when combining his afternoon syndicated radio program and primetime opinion show on Fox News. Hannity, 55, has been with the network since its inception in 1996.

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NBC’s Matt Lauer came in second, with annual pay of $22 million. The 59-year-old Lauer will be celebrating his 20th year as co-host of the “Today” show next year.

Fox’s Bill O’Reilly finished third, taking home $18 million this year. In addition to hosting “The O’Reilly Factor,” the 67-year-old also has written or co-authored 15 best-selling books. His contract expires with the network in 2017.

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