Drew Carey is seemingly just as in love with his job as the host of "The Price Is Right" as the audience is with him. The actor, who previously starred on "The Drew Carey Show," is very aware that he holds a unique place in American television. When the game show celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2021, Carey sat down with "CBS Sunday Morning" host Lee Cowan to gush over his experience on the series, and his closeness with the show's contestants. "I don't take it for granted," Carey exclaimed.

Similarly, it appears that the audience, as well as the series' producers, are just as grateful to have Carey as the game's host. According to Celebrity Net Worth, Carey earns $12.5 million per year as the lead on the popular show. Per the database, the comedian's hefty salary ranks him among the highest paid television hosts in the world.

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