The Richest Stars in the Entertainment Industry

According to the latest Forbes rankings, only around 18 entertainment figures worldwide have reached billionaire status, with a combined net worth of nearly $40 billion.

From legendary Hollywood directors to pop superstars and reality TV icons, these figures are not only famous but have also built vast business empires. Below are some of the most notable names, ranked by estimated net worth in descending order (data updated through the end of 2025):

Steven Spielberg (Director/Producer) – approx. $5.3 billion


George Lucas (Director/Producer) – approx. $5.1 billion


Oprah Winfrey (TV Host/Producer) – approx. $3 billion


Jay-Z (Singer/Rapper/Producer) – approx. $2.5 billion


Taylor Swift (Singer) – approx. $1.6 billion


Rihanna (Singer) – approx. $1.4 billion


Tyler Perry (Director/Actor/Producer) – approx. $1.4 billion


Bruce Springsteen (Singer) – approx. $1.2 billion


Jerry Seinfeld (Actor/Comedian) – approx. $1.1 billion