Exclusive: Ghana's John Mahama on his planned presidential comeback
Exclusive: Ghana's John Mahama on his planned presidential comeback
Exclusive: Ghana's John Mahama on his planned presidential comeback
Exclusive: Ghana's John Mahama on his planned presidential comeback
Exclusive: Ghana's John Mahama on his planned presidential comeback
Exclusive: Ghana's John Mahama on his planned presidential comeback
In 2024, the world of entertainment, sports, and media continues to be dominated by a select group of individuals who aside from their immense fame have also amassed astonishing fortunes.
These celebrity billionaires have leveraged their talents, influence, and business acumen to build empires that extend far beyond their primary fields of work.
From groundbreaking filmmakers and iconic athletes to media moguls and music superstars, these celebrities have turned their passions into lucrative ventures, making them some of the wealthiest people on the planet.
According to Forbes, these are the top celebrity billionaires of 2024.
George Lucas - $5.5 billion
The creator of the iconic Star Wars franchise, George Lucas, tops the list. His wealth primarily comes from the sale of Lucasfilm to Disney in 2012 for more than $4 billion in cash and stock and his continued involvement in various entertainment ventures.
Steven Spielberg - $4.8 billion
Legendary filmmaker Steven Spielberg follows closely behind. His extensive filmography and successful production company, Amblin Entertainment, have solidified his place among the wealthiest with a cut from every ticket sold at Universal theme parks thanks to the Indiana Jones series.
Michael Jordan - $3.5 billion
Basketball legend Michael Jordan has turned his sports fame into a business empire, with significant earnings from his Nike partnership and the sale of his majority stake in the Charlotte Hornets for $3 billion in 2023.
Oprah Winfrey - $3.2 billion
After becoming the first female black billionaire in 2003, media mogul Oprah Winfrey continues to build her wealth through her OWN network, various investments, and her influential presence in media.
Jay-Z - $2.5 billion
Hip-hop icon Jay-Z has diversified his income streams through music, his entertainment company Roc Nation, and investments in companies like Uber and Armand de Brignac Champagne.
Kim Kardashian - $2.1 billion
Reality TV star and entrepreneur Kim Kardashian has built a substantial fortune through her beauty and shapewear brands. She sold KKW Beauty to Coty for $200 million in 2020 and SKIMS was valued at $4 billion in a 2023 funding round.
Peter Jackson - $1.7 billion
The director of The Lord of the Rings trilogy, Peter Jackson, has earned his wealth through his films and the sale of his visual effects company, Weta Digital.
Tyler Perry - $1.6 billion
Filmmaker and actor Tyler Perry has created a media empire with his production studio and numerous successful films and TV shows.
Rihanna - $1.4 billion
Pop star Rihanna has made a significant portion of her wealth from her stakes in Fenty Beauty and Savage X Fenty and her music career.
Tiger Woods - $1.3 billion
Known for his incredible achievements on the golf course, Tiger Woods has made significant strides in the business world. His earnings come from his record-breaking PGA Tour winnings and lucrative endorsement deals with major brands like Nike and Monster Energy.
