Pantomime season may be winding down, but it remains a highly lucrative period for many celebrities, with top stars earning six-figure sums for just a few weeks of performances. A newly revealed pantomime rich list shows the highest earners, with This Morning presenter Alison Hammond leading the pack despite not performing this Christmas.
Hammond, 50, reportedly earned £195,000 for her role as Magic Mermaid in Birmingham's production of Peter Pan in 2024 and 2025. She took this year off, but sources indicate no other panto star has matched her fee.
Radio 2's Scott Mills ranks second with £190,000 for his role as Mayor Mills in Jack and the Beanstalk, a part he has played at various theatres including Swansea and Wycombe Swan. Tying with him is fellow Radio 2 presenter Vernon Kay, who earned the same amount for his appearance in Aladdin last Christmas.
Panto veteran Christopher Biggins, 77, is fourth with £180,000 per year, often playing the dame. This year he starred as King Richard in Robin Hood at Birmingham Hippodrome. Bradley Walsh, 65, of The Chase, earns £120,000 per performance, typically playing Buttons or Mr Smee.
Comedian Catherine Tate made her panto debut this year as the Wicked Fairy in Sleeping Beauty at The London Palladium, reportedly earning £120,000 for a 60-show run. Brian Conley, 64, also commands around £120,000 for his role in Goldilocks and the Three Bears. Britain's Got Talent winner Sydnie Christmas, 30, earned £80,000 for her debut as Fairy Christmas.
TV legend Nigel Havers, 74, appeared in panto for the 10th consecutive year, while Katie Price, 47, earns up to £50,000 per appearance, this year appearing digitally as the Spirit of the Mirror in Snow White.
