The Wealthiest Women in the Music Industry Today

Ever wondered who the richest women in music are? From chart-topping hits to business ventures, these powerhouse artists have built incredible empires. Beyoncé, Rihanna, and Taylor Swift lead the pack, turning their musical talents into massive fortunes. Discover how these inspiring women made their millions and continue to dominate the charts and the business world at the same time.

1. Rihanna, $1.4B

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Born Robyn Rihanna Fenty, the mogul has 14 number one hits to her name. Although her last album, Anti, came out eight years ago, she hasn’t sung a note since. Fans have been starving for new music from her but she’s made up for that in other ways with Fenty Beauty. It is the most successful celebrity makeup brand of all time and changed the way the beauty industry releases foundation with its all inclusive 50 shade range!

2. Taylor Swift, $1.3B

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The Miss Americana star was entered into the billionaires club in October of 2023 by Forbes. Unlike a lot of other women in music, Swift has amassed her fortune largely due to her career as a songwriter and performer. This is a rare and impressive feat for women in music. Swift is currently on her world tour; The Eras Tour, so this figure is expected to ris exponentionally.

3. Madonna, $850M

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According to Forbes, the iconic pop diva has a ‘self made score’ of 9, which is pretty high and impressive. She also holds the Guiness World Record for the best selling female recording artist of all time, so of course she was going to make it to this list. Released in June 2019, Madame X marks her 14th studio album. Beyond music, she boasts an impressive real estate portfolio with estates in the Hamptons and Hidden Hills, California, along with a townhouse on the Upper East Side in New York City.

4. Beyonce, $800M

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One of the most powerful entertainers, Beyoncé's net worth is nearing billionaire status, partly due to her Renaissance World Tour. Forbes estimated her net worth at $800 million as of December 2023. With 200 million records sold and a catalogue worth $300 million, Beyoncé stands as one of history's best-selling artists. Her new brand, Cécred Hair, further boosts her impressive fortune.

5. Selena Gomez, $800M

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This child actor turned singer/actress/makeup mogul is not too far from billionaire status. In addition to her acting talent, Gomez has found success in music with three studio albums. Her major business venture, Rare Beauty, launched in 2020 and earned $60 million in its first year. Beyond entertainment and beauty, she earns apporximately $1.7 million per sponsored social media post.

6. Celine Dion, $500M

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The French-Canadian pop diva is retired but continues to rack up her millions. Over the span of her successful career she has sold over 220 million albums, won six Grammys and nine Billboard Music Awards, and generated over $1 billion in concert revenues. Her Las Vegas residencies in the early 2000s revitalised the city's economy, bringing in hundreds of millions and further boosting her wealth. Her documentary I Am: Celine Dion premiered on Prime Video on June 25 of this year.

The wealthiest women in music have redefined success, leveraging their talents to build impressive empires. They continue to dominate and inspire women around the world!