It is no longer enough to be famous to be on top. Today’s celebrities not only shine in front of the cameras: they also make master moves in business.
According to the 2025 forbes ranking, 15 entertainment figures managed to enter the exclusive club of the billionairesaccumulating together a fortune of more than 30 billion dollars.
The key? Diversification, Business vision and know how to capitalize on the power of your name.
Hollywood richer celebrities
15. Bruce Springsteen – USD 1.2 billion
Known as the “Boss”, the rock singer sold his musical catalog for USD 500 million and has raised astronomical figures with his tours and shows on Broadway.
14. LeBron James – USD 1.3 billion
In addition to his 22 seasons in the NBA, he invested in sports teams, created its producer and maintains millionaire contracts with Nike and Pepsi.
13. Rihanna – USD 1.4 billion
While her music made her worldwide famous, they were Fenty Beauty and Savage
12. Tiger Woods – USD 1.4 billion
The most recognized golfer in the world built much of his fortune through sponsorships and real estate businesses and design of golf courses.
11. Tyler Perry – USD 1.4 billion
For the actor and comedian, his character Madea was just the beginning. Perry has one of the most valuable content libraries and its own production study in Atlanta. In addition to having written and produced many plays during the 1990s and early 2000s, which entered several royalties.
10. Magic Johnson – USD 1.5 billion
The former NBA player reinvented himself as an entrepreneur, investing in insurance, real estate and sports franchises.
9. Taylor Swift – USD 1.6 billion
Your tour You were tour and the value of its musical catalog catapults the club of the billionaires. In addition, the singer invests in real estate with great success.
8. Peter Jackson – USD 1.7 billion
The director of “The Lord of the Rings “ He became a billionaire after selling Weta Digital, his visual effects company, for USD 1.6 billion.
7. Kim Kardashian – USD 1.7 billion
From reality star to high -flying businesswoman, her Skims line was valued at USD 4,000 million. In addition, to launch your skin care brand.
6. Jay-Z-USD 2.5 billion
The rapper turned his name into synonym for business: luxury liquors, art, technology and music are part of his diversified portfolio.
5. Oprah Winfrey – USD 3,000 million
The Queen of the Talk Show was a pioneer in building a solid personal brand. Today, in addition to staying as a presenter in her show, she also invests in luxury real media and goods.
4. Vince McMahon – USD 3,000 million
He transformed wrestling into a global phenomenon when founding WWE, wrestling entertainment company, which in 2023 merged with UFC, creating a giant of sports entertainment.
3. Michael Jordan – USD 3.5 billion
Beyond basketball, his alliance with Nike and his brand Jordan made him a reference of sports businesses.
2. George Lucas – USD 5,100 million
The mind behind Star Wars Lucasfilm sold to Disney, but the legacy (and fortune) of the galactic universe continues to grow, positioning it in the second place of the ranking.
1. Steven Spielberg – USD 5.3 billion
The most successful director of all time leads the list. His life agreement with Universal for his thematic parks ensures constant income, in addition to continuing to direct and produce box office successes.
The key to success? Diversify. They all understood that fame is only the starting point. Smart investments, copyright, own businesses and long -term vision were their true engines to reach the financial top.
Who will be the next star to join this exclusive club? #Sarah
