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The world of fame and fortune has always blurred the lines between entertainment and enterprise, but in 2025, that boundary has officially disappeared. From musicians to athletes and TV moguls, celebrities are raking in billions – success stories of the world’s celebrity billionaires of 2025 were revealed by Forbes.
Forbes Ranking For The World’s Celebrity Billionaires 2025
Fame and wealth mostly go together, but crossing into billionaire territory is a rare achievement in the world of celebrities. Despite the fun fact that many stars earn millions, only a selected few have seen their net worth soar into the billions. According to Forbes, fewer than two dozen people globally have reached that level of financial success.
Forbes went ahead to unveil its latest list featuring 18 celebrities who have successfully merged their public personas with entrepreneurial ventures, collectively worth a staggering $39 billion—up from 14 billionaires in 2024.
The list features entertainers who have transitioned from influential stars to business moguls, proving that fame can indeed lead to substantial fortune. World’s Celebrity Billionaires of 2025 new additions include well-known public figures such as Jerry Seinfeld, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Bruce Springsteen, and Vincent McMahon.
Here is a closer look at the World’s Celebrity Billionaires of 2025 who made it onto the list:
Jerry Seinfeld
Net Worth: $1.1 Billion | Age: 70 | Citizenship: U.S.
Jerry Seinfeld has reached a net worth of $1.1 billion — much thanks to ongoing profits from his iconic sitcom Seinfeld, where he earns 15% of syndication revenue. As a comedian, he is best known for starring in the 90’s hit show Seinfeld, and obviously, that is where most of his fortune comes from.
His fortune surpasses co-creator Larry David’s, partly due to David’s 2007 divorce. Also, Seinfeld boosts his wealth through comedy tours and high-paying specials like 23 Hours to Kill, for which Netflix paid him $20 million.
Arnold Schwarzenegger
Net Worth: $1.1 Billion | Age: 77 | Citizenship: U.S.
Arnold Schwarzenegger has hit a net worth of $1.1 Billion. He is a former California governor, and well known for his roughly 50-film catalog, which covers iconic roles like the “Terminator,” and carried home approximately $500 million for the lot of them.
Another fortune was built by him through venture capital (including investing in Google’s Series A funding round), commercial real estate, private equity and other investments.
Dick Wolf
Net Worth: $1.2 Billion | Age: 78 | Citizenship: U.S.
At 78, Dick Wolf continues to shape the face of television. His empire, Wolf Entertainment, is behind some of the most recognizable franchises on TV, including Law & Order and FBI. With over three decades in the industry, Forbes estimates he earns as much as $350,000 per episode for his top shows. Beyond entertainment, Wolf enjoys the finer things in life—from luxury yachts and homes to an impressive art collection.
Bruce Springsteen
Net Worth: $1.2 Billion | Age: 75 | Citizenship: U.S.
The Boss hit his biggest payday in 2021, cashing in his music catalog for a staggering $500 million. Bruce Springsteen’s career spans decades of best-selling albums, world tours, and even a successful Broadway run. While he once joked to The Telegraph that he’s not a billionaire due to his spending habits, Forbes tells a different story.
LeBron James
Net Worth: $1.3 Billion | Age: 40 | Citizenship: U.S.
The NBA legend made history as the first active player to reach billionaire status. Over 22 seasons, LeBron James has raked in over $500 million in salary alone, with even more flowing in from endorsements with brands like Nike and PepsiCo. Off the court, he’s a savvy businessman with stakes in Liverpool FC, the Boston Red Sox, and the Pittsburgh Penguins, plus his media company, SpringHill.
Rihanna
Net Worth: $1.4 Billion | Age: 37 | Citizenship: Barbados
Rihanna went from pop superstar to business mogul. While her music career took off with hits like “Umbrella,” it’s her brands—Fenty Beauty and Savage X Fenty—that built her billionaire status. Her beauty empire has become a global powerhouse, with the lingerie line raising $125 million in funding as recently as 2022.
Tiger Woods
Net Worth: $1.4 Billion | Age: 49 | Citizenship: U.S.
Golf icon Tiger Woods was the world’s top-earning athlete through 2011, pulling in $75 million in one year alone—mainly through endorsements. Beyond the green, Woods has diversified his wealth with investments in luxury real estate, mini-golf chains, and a golf-course design business.
Tyler Perry
Net Worth: $1.4 Billion | Age: 55 | Citizenship: U.S.
Tyler Perry’s journey began on stage, portraying his beloved character Madea. He transitioned that success to film and television, ultimately launching Tyler Perry Studios. His content library and studio are now his most valuable assets, producing hits like A Madea Homecoming and The Six Triple Eight, where he collaborated with Oprah Winfrey.
Magic Johnson
Net Worth: $1.5 Billion | Age: 65 | Citizenship: U.S.
Basketball Hall of Famer Magic Johnson turned his athletic fame into a financial empire. His investments include minority stakes in the L.A. Dodgers and Washington Commanders, and a majority share in insurance firm EquiTrust. Under his leadership, EquiTrust’s assets have jumped from $16 billion to $26 billion.
Taylor Swift
Net Worth: $1.6 Billion | Age: 35 | Citizenship: U.S.
Taylor Swift officially became a billionaire in 2023 thanks to her record-breaking Eras Tour, which reportedly netted her $190 million after taxes from just its first leg. Her fortune is also backed by her music catalog, royalties, and a substantial real estate portfolio valued at over $100 million.
Peter Jackson
Net Worth: $1.7 Billion | Age: 63 | Citizenship: New Zealand
The director of The Lord of the Rings trilogy, Peter Jackson, saw his biggest payday not from film, but from tech. In 2021, he sold a stake in his visual effects firm Weta Digital to Unity Software, earning nearly $1 billion after the $1.6 billion deal closed.
Kim Kardashian
Net Worth: $1.7 Billion | Age: 44 | Citizenship: U.S.
Kim Kardashian turned her fame into fortune with Skims, her shapewear brand valued at $4 billion. She’s also ventured into skincare with SKKN by Kim and owns a luxury real estate portfolio, including a $40 million mansion once shared with Kanye West.
Jay-Z
Net Worth: $2.5 Billion | Age: 55 | Citizenship: U.S.
Hip-hop mogul Jay-Z has built a vast fortune through savvy investments in liquor brands Armand de Brignac and D’Ussé, a stake in Uber, and a celebrated art collection. His music catalog remains a valuable asset, even as he cashes out portions of his empire for hundreds of millions.
Vince McMahon
Net Worth: $3 Billion | Age: 79 | Citizenship: U.S.
Wrestling kingpin Vince McMahon bought WWE from his father in the ’80s and transformed it into a global brand. In 2023, he merged WWE with UFC to form TKO Group Holdings. Though he’s stepped down from leadership, McMahon has been cashing in on his stake in the business.
Oprah Winfrey
Net Worth: $3 Billion | Age: 71 | Citizenship: U.S.
Oprah became the first Black woman billionaire in 2003 and remains a media powerhouse. Though her show ended in 2011, she still appears in films like The Six Triple Eight and has funneled much of her wealth into real estate, owning over 2,000 acres across California and Hawaii.
Michael Jordan
Net Worth: $3.5 Billion | Age: 62 | Citizenship: U.S.
The basketball icon turned brand ambassador has earned the bulk of his wealth from endorsements, particularly with Nike. The Jordan Brand pays him over $100 million annually in royalties. He also became the first athlete to land on Forbes’ list of the 400 richest Americans.
George Lucas
Net Worth: $5.1 Billion | Age: 80 | Citizenship: U.S.
Star Wars creator George Lucas made a massive move in 2012, selling Lucasfilm to Disney for $4 billion in cash and stock. Though he no longer earns from new Star Wars projects, that deal secured his legacy—and his billionaire status.
Steven Spielberg
Net Worth: $5.3 Billion | Age: 78 | Citizenship: U.S.
Steven Spielberg remains Hollywood royalty. Known for classics like E.T. and Jurassic Park, he’s built one of the most impressive careers in cinema history. In addition to box office hits, Spielberg earns a lifetime cut of ticket sales from Universal theme parks—2%, to be exact.
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