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Forbes Magazine has released its highly anticipated list of the world’s wealthiest celebrity billionaires, showcasing the staggering fortunes amassed by entertainment and sports icons who have transcended industry boundaries.
Topping the list is George Lucas, the visionary creator of Star Wars, with a net worth of $5.5 billion. Following closely behind is Steven Spielberg, the cinematic maestro with $4.8 billion, and basketball legend Michael Jordan with $3.2 billion, attributed to his on-court success and lucrative brand partnerships and team ownership.
Media mogul Oprah Winfrey ranks fourth with $2.8 billion, reflecting her journey from humble beginnings to constructing a vast media empire. Hip-hop mogul Jay-Z follows with $2.5 billion, showcasing his influence beyond music through savvy investments. Reality TV star Kim Kardashian boasts a fortune of $1.7 billion, primarily from her successful beauty and clothing lines.
Director Peter Jackson has amassed $1.5 billion, largely due to the sale of assets by his visual effects company, Weta Digital. Tyler Perry, known for his prolific entertainment career, sits at $1.4 billion. At the same time, Rihanna emerges as a formidable presence in both music and business, reaching billionaire status with ventures like Fenty Beauty and Savage X Fenty.
Golf legend Tiger Woods rounds out the top 10 with $1.3 billion, a testament to his extraordinary career and lucrative endorsement deals.
