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People in the News: Will Smith tops Hollywood pay list

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Will Smith was named Hollywood's No. 1 moneymaker last year by Forbes magazine in a new ranking. The "Hancock" star earned $80 million.

The other top five earning actors were Johnny Depp at No. 2, with $72 million, Eddie Murphy and Mike Meyers tied for No. 3 with $55 million and Leonardo DiCaprio at $45 million.

The top-earning female was Cameron Diaz, raking in $50 million last year. "Atonement" star Keira Knightley drew $32 million, while Jennifer Aniston garnered $27 million.

Forbes noted that generally men make twice as much money as women.

As for media personalities, Oprah Winfrey humbles Hollywood's upper crust with $275 million.

  • Heather Locklear is back home after four weeks of treatment for depression and anxiety, People magazine reports.

    A close friend reported that Locklear is rejuvenated after her monthlong break and her recovery is a "work in progress."

    "Heather's feeling really great," the friend said. "And she looks beautiful, just radiant."

    During her stay at the Arizona treatment center, the 46 year-old actor remained under doctors' care, received spa treatments and enjoyed horseback riding. Her boyfriend, Jack Wagner, went to visit her twice.

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    Locklear's former husband, Bon Jovi rocker Richie Sambora, took care of their 10 year-old daughter, Ava.

  • Hey, everybody! Come see how good Ron Burgundy looks -- in the '80s! According to Entertainment Weekly, Will Ferrell and Adam McKay, the brains behind the 2004 comedy "Anchorman," have begun work on a sequel about the swinging, sexist news anchor, Ron Burgundy. McKay said they are playing with the idea of highlighting Ron in the Reagan era.

    "The audience will now allow us to do even crazier stuff," McKay said. "And that's really all we're looking for in our careers."

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