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Can you guess which celebrities have the highest net worth? It’s a well-known fact that celebrities make a lot of money but how much money may surprise you. From actors to basketball players these celebrities can rake in millions of dollars a year. Some celebrities are smart with their money and diversify their portfolio, investing and building side businesses. Some even end up making more money in investments than their original skill! So which celebrities have the highest net worth? You’re about to find out. These are the Richest Celebrities With The Highest Net Worth.

Beyonce is an American singer, songwriter, actress, and businesswoman. She was born and raised in Houston, Texas and she performed in various singing and dancing competitions as a child. She rose to fame in the late 1990s as lead singer of the R&B girl-group Destiny's Child. The group was managed by her father, Mathew Knowles, and the group became one of the world's best selling girl groups in history. Beyonce then went on to film, debuting in Austin Powers in Goldmember and the release of her debut album, "Dangerously in Love." This album had established her as a solo artist worldwide and earned her five Grammy Awards. The stunning R&B beauty has had one successful venture after another, from top-selling albums to sold out concert tours.

Tom Petty was an American singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, record producer and actor. He was the lead singer of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, formed in 1976. Petty recorded a number of hit singles with the Heartbreakers and as a solo artist. In his career, he sold more than 80 million records worldwide. Net Worth as of 2018: $95 Million. Petty has racked up a total of $95 million dollars over the course of his career. He has led his band to 17 Grammy nominations and so much dang money. His passion for music paid off big time.

Rachel Ray has been the center of daytime cooking shows since the early 2000s. After her television show, endorsements, royalties and book sales, Rachel Ray's net worth comes out to around $60 million!

“Rowdy” Ronda Rousey's net worth was $12 million as of June 2017. Ronda made her mixed martial arts debut in 2010, beating fighter Hayden Munoz by submission. This wasn’t enough for her, and on Feb. 23, 2013, she won the first women’s match in UFC. Later, she became the first women’s bantamweight champion for the UFC. Along with her accomplishments in sports, Rousey has made appearances in several movies such as “The Expendables 3,” “Furious 7,” “Entourage” and “Drunk History.” She also voices herself in two video games, and has been a guest on several TV talk shows, among them, “The View.” Her net worth is only expected to continue rising in the wake of her WWE Debut at the Royal Rumble PPV, which marks the beginning of the 'Road To Wrestlemania'. She is expected to perform in a high profile match at Wrestlemania 34 on April 8th, 2018 which will surely increase her net worth exponentially.

Sure, Dr. Phil is a bit of a quack, and most of his advice consists of completely obvious observations, but the guy has made a small fortune on TV and through his books.

Selena Gomez is an American singer, actress, and producer. After appearing on the children's television series Barney & Friends, she received wider recognition for her portrayal of Alex Russo on the Disney Channel television series "Wizards of Waverly Place." With her former band, Selena Gomez & the Scene, she attained the top-ten on the US Billboard 200 with her albums. Gomez has also racked up some acting credits and animation voicing. Gomez now has her own production company, July Moon Productions. Gomez became a tech investor in 2011 when she participated in funding a startup app company called "Postcard on the Run." Selena Gomez is an American singer, actress, and producer.

After appearing on the children's television series Barney & Friends, she received wider recognition for her portrayal of Alex Russo on the Disney Channel television series "Wizards of Waverly Place." With her former band, Selena Gomez & the Scene, she attained the top-ten on the US Billboard 200 with her albums. Gomez has also racked up some acting credits and animation voicing. Gomez now has her own production company, July Moon Productions. Gomez became a tech investor in 2011 when she participated in funding a startup app company called "Postcard on the Run."

According to Forbes, he was “the highest annual total for any entertainer dead or alive,” thanks to the sale of his half of the Sony/ATV catalog. When Jackson died in 2009, he was worth an estimated $500 million.

Kim Kardashian West is an American reality television personality and socialite. Kardashian first gained popularity as a friend and stylist of Paris Hilton. Although estimates of Kim’s net worth vary, her hundreds of millions in earnings from fragrances, merchandising, and endorsements have certainly added to her wealth.

Kanye West is a rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer, entrepreneur and fashion designer. He is one of the most popular rappers in the world, and one of the world's best selling music artists. West has earned millions with not only his music but his production talents and income from his shoe and clothing lines.

As of 2018, Anthony Bourdain's net worth was $16 million. On Friday, June 8, the culinary world lost a true legend when it was announced that TV host, author, and chef Anthony Bourdain was found dead in his hotel room in France at 61. To honor the late food mogul, there has been an outpouring of love and support from many fans and celebrities who want to offer their sympathies to the Bourdain family after this devastating news.

Dion is well-known for her gigantic hit “My Heart Will Go On” from the smash film Titanic, but she has also earned almost $300 million from her standing Las Vegas gig over the last 13 years.

John Lennon was an English musician, singer, and songwriter who had a net worth of $800 million dollars. He is best known as a founding member of The Beatles, who are the most commercially successful band in the history of pop music. The Beatles have sold over 600 million records worldwide and they were named by Rolling Stone as the greatest artists of all time.

Moore is worth $60 million through her time in Hollywood. Moore had been married three times prior to her death. Through those three marriages, however, Moore has one child, Richard Meeker Jr. Moore gave birth to Meeker when she was 18-years old. He died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound on October 14, 2010, an accident.

Before she decided to move across the pond with husband, Prince Harry, Markle was earning close to half a million dollars a year by starring in the USA Network drama "Suits," plus a five-figure income from her endorsement deals and sponsorships. Before this lady married into the royal family, her total net worth was estimated to be $5 million.

This beautiful woman is much more than just a pretty face. She is definitely one of the best talk show hosts currently performing. Her freshness, fun, and easy going spirit are among her favorable qualities.

Whitney Houston was a singer, actress, producer and model. In 2009, Guinness World Records credited her as being the most awarded female act of all time. Houston is one of the best-selling music artists of all time. At one time Houston had a $100 million recording contract. Her net worth when she died in 2012 was $20 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth.

Carey is the most successful female singer of all time, and her bank account is a testament to that fact. Although her acting career landed with a thud, many of her other business ventures have been very successful.

At the time of his death in 2014, Robin Williams left behind an estate worth $100 million. Williams’ long list of exceptional awards began in 1979 when he won a Golden Globe as well as an Emmy nomination for best actor in Mork & Mindy plus a People’s Choice Award for his performance in the TV show “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.” He went on to win more than five dozen awards over his career, most notably five more Golden Globes: in 1988 for “Good Morning, Vietnam,” in 1992 for “The Fisher King,” in 1993 for his vocal work in “Aladdin,” in 1994 for his performance in “Mrs. Doubtfire” and in 2005 the prestigious Cecil B. DeMille Award for his outstanding contributions to the entertainment world. Over the years he had received four Oscar nominations, finally winning in 1998 for best supporting actor in “Good Will Hunting.” At the time of his death in 2014, Robin Williams left behind an estate worth $100 million.

Williams’ long list of exceptional awards began in 1979 when he won a Golden Globe as well as an Emmy nomination for best actor in Mork & Mindy plus a People’s Choice Award for his performance in the TV show “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.” He went on to win more than five dozen awards over his career, most notably five more Golden Globes: in 1988 for “Good Morning, Vietnam,” in 1992 for “The Fisher King,” in 1993 for his vocal work in “Aladdin,” in 1994 for his performance in “Mrs. Doubtfire” and in 2005 the prestigious Cecil B. DeMille Award for his outstanding contributions to the entertainment world. Over the years he had received four Oscar nominations, finally winning in 1998 for best supporting actor in “Good Will Hunting.”

Madonna set the template that female pop stars are still following to this day. However, none of her imitators have been able to duplicate her success and longevity.

The young old makeup entrepreneur, who recently gave birth to a baby girl was recently tipped to become the world's youngest self-made billionaire. The estimation is thanks to her ever-growing beauty empire, Kylie Cosmetics, which sells popular makeup products including her famous lip-kits, Kylighters and eyeshadow palettes that consistently sell out within minutes.

Brandi Passante of the popular series 'Storage Wars' has done very well for herself. After her most recent season filming for the show, her net worth was placed at a surprising $2.5 million. If she's worth that much, it makes us wonder what she found in those storage units.

After his death in September of 2017, many people were curious about Hugh Hefner's total net worth. According to recent public data from his divorce to Kimberly Conrad in 2009, it presented his net worth at $45 Million. His net worth may surprise you, but that number doesn't include the $105 Million sale of the infamous Playboy mansion in Los Angeles to Darren Metropoulos in 2016.

“Heeeeerrrrrrrre’s Johnny!” Nicholson is one of the most famous actors of all time, and he has the net worth to prove it.

Seinfeld’s observational humor has made him a very rich man. A successful standup career and perhaps the most popular sitcom of all time have landed him near the top of every celebrity net worth list.

“The Boss” is not only capable of putting on amazing concerts, but he’s also compiled a very impressive net worth during his lifetime.

The famous lead singer of the Rolling Stones has one of the largest fortunes of any rock star alive.

Not only has Floyd made a ton of money in the ring, but he was able to retire undefeated, to boot.

No celebrity net worth list is complete without Letterman, who recently retired as a legend of late night television.

Say what you want about his movies, but Bay knows how to make money at the box office – and add it to his huge bank account.

Just like Michael Bay, Perry’s movies make a lot of money, as evidenced by the Madea creator’s net worth of $450 million.

Cruise has had a hugely successful career as an actor, with no signs of slowing down anytime soon. His recent successes include new installations of the Mission: Impossible and Jack Reacher franchises.

The country music superstar has a tidy fortune from his music exploits and longtime role on The Voice.

Discovery Channel's Gold Rush star Parker Schnabel is worth $8 million!

History Channel's American Pickers star, Frank Fritz is worth $5 million!

This famously relaxed singer could afford to spend the rest of his life “wasted away in Margaritaville,” since he has a net worth of half a billion dollars.

Elton John has always had the eccentricity of a wealthy man, and he now has the bank account to match. The legendary singer and songwriter have a net worth of half a billion dollars.

You may know Cowell as the acerbic judge on American Idol, but he’s also made millions on other TV appearances and as a successful music producer.

Stern’s extraordinary net wealth is proof that all you need to make fortunes are some dirty jokes and an audience.

The rapper, producer, and business mogul has had success at every turn. Combined with his wife Beyonce’s net worth, the two are worth well over a billion dollars!

Bono is one of the biggest music stars in the world and continues his well-known humanitarian efforts to this day. The U2 frontman has a net worth of about $700 million.

Diddy has done it all during his career, earning millions as a producer, rapper, entrepreneur, and even an actor. His fortune is a testament to his success.

Dr. Dre has come a very long way since his poor upbringing in Compton, Calif. With three hugely successful albums as a solo artist, numerous platinum records as a producer, and the windfall he made from the sale of Beats by Dre, he has a net worth of almost $1 billion!

The man every other magician is jealous of has been able to date supermodels, win 11 Guinness World Records, and amass a net worth of $900 million by doing magic tricks. Pretty impressive for a magician to land on a celebrity net worth ranking!

When you create Harry Potter, you’re going to be a very rich person. Rowling’s fantasy series led to seven best-selling books and eight films that grossed a total of over $8 billion at the box office.

The most famous Beatle of all has lived the kind of life one would expect, right down to boasting a net worth of over $1.2 billion. McCartney continues to make music and tour to this very day.

Andrew Lloyd Webber has composed 13 beloved musicals, film scores and more to amass a staggering net worth of $1.2 billion.

Oprah Winfrey has had quite a life, going from an underprivileged childhood to become the richest female entertainer on the planet. More than a talk show host, she is a successful businesswoman and philanthropist. She has one of the highest celebrity net worth totals in the world.

Trump is a celebrity from his days on The Apprentice, but the vast majority of his net worth comes from his real estate dealings. As the 45th president of the United States, he is wealthier than all the previous presidents combined!

From the Indiana Jones series to Jaws to E.T., Spielberg directed many of the most memorable and influential films of the last five decades.

The absolute haul that Lucas made from creating Star Wars alone is enough to secure his spot at the top of every celebrity net worth list. Many forget that he also created the Indiana Jones franchise.

Keith is the famous lead guitarist of one of the biggest bands of all-time, the Rolling Stones. He’s amassed quite a bit of wealth during a career that has spanned five decades.

Jordan has actually made the bulk of his fortune not from his playing salary with the Chicago Bulls, but through his endorsements and business dealings.

The late pop star sold over 100 million albums and had a net worth of about $200 million at the time of his tragic death.

The actress, director, and producer has accumulated an impressive amount of wealth during her successful career.

Pitt is worth quite a bit more than his ex-wife, Angelina Jolie.

Meyer was only 29 and had never been published when she wrote Twilight. Years later, the franchise has made her a billionaire.

DiCaprio is one of the biggest stars in Hollywood and commands huge salaries for his performances.
DiCaprio is one of the biggest stars in Hollywood and commands huge salaries for his performances.

Upton’s net worth is dwarfed by her otherworldly good looks, but she’s also married to baseball pitcher Justin Verlander, who makes about $20 million in Major League Baseball.

Gretzky has made quite a bit through endorsements. The man known as the greatest hockey player ever is worth $200 million.

Abrams helped resurrect the Star Wars franchise in 2015 and was paid handsomely to do the same for Star Trek beforehand.

James is still in the midst of his NBA career and his impressive net worth continues to rise.

The gorgeous actress is worth about $85 million. If you think that’s impressive, her husband, Francois-Henri Pinault, is a member of a family worth $12.9 billion!

Clooney has had a long and prestigious career as an actor, helping him build up quite a bit of wealth.

Woods hasn’t been the same both on and off the course since his blockbuster divorce and cheating scandal years ago, but he’s still nearly a billionaire. Most of his net worth has come from endorsements and his personal clothing and apparel line.

Hogan made some money wrestling and in films, but has also added to his net worth through personal appearances and a successful reality show from years ago.

The former NWA rapper has seen his net worth take a huge jump due to his acting and directing exploits over the years.

Between her appearance fees and her wealthy family, the original trust fund girl is set for life.

T-Swift is one of the biggest stars in music, and she has raked in tons of money through endorsements, album sales, and sold-out tours.

Lawrence’s net worth is relatively modest considering how big of a star she is, but she made $52 million last year alone, so that number is going to rise quite a bit.

It’s hard to believe that one of the most famous directors ever isn’t worth more, even though none of us would pass up the chance to be worth nine figures.

Several platinum-selling albums (and in one case, diamond-selling) and his own record label have helped Eminem rack up a net worth of a quarter of a billion dollars.

Known for his comedy roles and in sketch comedy, David Spade has been relevant in Hollywood since the 1990s. Spade has earned his net worth through his many movie and television roles and an impressive real estate portfolio.

Unlike his fellow Star Wars co-stars, Ford has had a ton of success throughout his movie career, helping him build up a huge fortune in the process.

Arnold’s career has spanned the worlds of bodybuilding, acting, producing, and politics over forty years, and he’s amassed quite a fortune through it all.

As the mastermind behind such legendary stories as It, Carrie, The Stand, and The Dark Tower series, it’s no surprise that King is worth $400 million.

The Rock went from action star to all-around box office superstar over the past few years, and he now has his own production company as well, so this figure is going to keep on rising.

The former teen pop icon has had surprising career longevity, most recently launching a successful Las Vegas residency like fellow singers Cher and Celine Dion.

The Muscles from Brussels has done quite well from himself, going from a humble beginning to a net worth of about $30 million. Not bad for a guy who came to the U.S. with about a hundred dollars in his pocket.

Cher has had a career spanning five decades, and it shows in her incredible wealth. From TV to albums and Vegas shows, Cher has done it all.

Snoop has long been a successful rapper, but it’s his other media endeavors and business instincts that have really helped him earn his fortune.

There hasn’t been a more successful women’s tennis player in the past two decades than Serena, who continues to win tournaments and increase her impressive wealth.

Everybody, who is interested in sports, knows Lindsey Vonn and not just as a cute girl with an open smile and long blonde hair, but as one of the best ski racers in the world. According to Forbes, Lindsey Vonn net worth is around $3 million.

Hart is bound to climb up the ranks quickly in net worth, as he earned about $28.5 million in 2015 alone!

Aguilera doesn’t have to argue with her fellow judges on The Voice when it comes to who has the most money. She wins that particular contest in a landslide.

It’s hard to imagine, but the star of what became a multi-billion dollar entertainment empire in Star Wars is only worth $6 million himself.

The former Sports Illustrated cover model and Victoria’s Secret angel has racked up quite a bit of wealth, some of which came from her talk show and acting roles, as well.

Leno’s comedy career and long tenure on The Tonight Show helped him amass a huge fortune. His love of expensive classic cars is well-documented.

Rihanna has supplemented her music income with money from fragrances and clothing lines. She’s said to be the best selling digital artist of all time.

Fallon has earned rave reviews for his time on The Tonight Show, but he has a long way to go to rival the net worth of Leno.

Many believe that Iggy’s career is over after a number of very public feuds, but if that’s true, the controversial Australian rapper has plenty of money to retire with.

It’s easy to forget that before his blockbuster film career, Smith was a sitcom star and a successful rapper.

Patterson has turned one hit novel after another into a huge amount of wealth. He recently launched “BookShots,” a line of short books designed to be read quickly for those who are on the go.
Patterson has turned one hit novel after another into a huge amount of wealth.

He recently launched “BookShots,” a line of short books designed to be read quickly for those who are on the go.

Adele’s unmistakable voice and impressive album sales have helped her to amass quite a fortune over the last several years.

Levine lags behind The Voice co-stars Aguilera and Shelton in net worth, but the Maroon 5 frontman still has plenty of cash in his pocket.

For all the complaining the Metallica drummer did about Napster and illegal music downloads in the 1990s, it’s not as if he’s hurting for money.

Perry continues to be a force to be reckoned with in the world of pop music, and her net worth has reached an impressive $125 million.

The Avengers star resurrected his career and paved the way to millions of dollars in earnings by taking the lead role in Iron Man years ago.