5. Crystal the Capuchin Monkey: Earned $12,000 Per Episode
Crystal is definitely one of the top paid animal actors of all time. Crystal has been seen in a number of television roles and over 20 different films. You will likely recognize this monkey from films including Night at the Museum and The Hangover Part II. However, the most well-known role of this monkey was in the not-so-popular television series Animal Practice, and was paid a total of $12,000 for each episode, which equates to a total of $264,000 per season. This is not too bad for a monkey that was 20 years old at the time ofAnimal Practice filming. There was bad news for Crystal, however, when Animal Practice, the TV show, was canceled as a result of poor ratings.
4. Terry the Terrier: Starred in Wizard of Oz
Chances are you will recognize this pup from the very famous Wizard of Oz. While she worked in a number of other roles as well, from a Shirley Temple appearance to Tortilla Flat that stared Hedy Lamar and Spencer Tracy, the most recognized role of this pup was definitely as Dorothy’s companion on her way to see the great and powerful oz. Terry did suffer a broken foot while playing on this famous movie, however recovered and went on to star in many other roles.
3. Skippy the Terrier: Starred in Bringing Up Baby
Skippy is very famous for his role in the Thin Man movies and his starring role as Asta. He was also an extra in a number of other dog movies, with his other major roles including theAwful Truth, Mr. Smith and Bringing Up baby. Skippy was well known for his acting abilities and holds a place in the hearts of many movie lovers.
2. Golden Cloud the Horse: Horse of Many Tricks
Golden Cloud appeared in a number of movies prior to being bought by Roy Rogers and given the name Trigger. While many movie cowboys of the time had trained horses, such as William Hart, Gene Autry and Tom Mix, Trigger was definitely different. This horse was able to take direction and could perform more than one hundred tricks including walking on his hind legs and untying Roy Rogers hands. All of this direction was given by voice making it even more impressive. Soon the stuffed body of Trigger will be on display at a western museum.
1. Higgins
Higgins, better known as Benji, is the number one, top paid animal actor of all times. While he also played in a number of other movie and television shows, he was most known and recognized in the role of Benji. His owner, Frank Inn, trained him and prepared him for these roles, making him one of the most beloved animal actors of all time, still remembered today for his many spotlight roles.
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