Mikhail Baryshnikov, a world-renowned ballet dancer and director, has a net worth of $45 million. He was born in Riga, Latvia (now part of the former Soviet Union) and started his career as a ballet dancer with the Kirov Ballet in Leningrad. He defected from the Soviet system in the mid-70s and moved to Canada where he further developed his dancing career. He joined the American Ballet Theatre and later became an artistic director for that company. He also made appearances on television and in movies.

He has starred in several films, including The Turning Point and White Nights. He has also starred in several stage productions and a number of TV shows. His acting skills have earned him many acclaim and appreciation.

Baryshnikov married Lisa Rinehart in 2006 who is a dancer and video journalist. They have three children – Aleksandra Baryshnikov, Peter and Anna. He was previously married to actress Jessica Lange and has a daughter from that relationship, Shura.

He owns a mansion in Palisades, New York which has six bedrooms and stunning views of the nearby Hudson River. He has a large collection of paintings and sculptures in his home. He has also founded his own dancing company called the White Oak Dance Project. In addition, he is a founder of the Baryshnikov Arts Center in New York. He has also authored several books. He is a great inspiration for aspiring ballet dancers. He also has a perfume line named after him.