Forbes has ranked the richest celebrities of all time. The publishing company, which compiles the list, says celebs’ vast fortunes come from a variety of sources, including property, endorsements, and even songwriting, acting, or modeling. It’s a diverse group, featuring a mix of multimillionaires and billionaires. One thing they all have in common is they were all born in the 20th century.
Many people may know the handsome actor Robert Pattinson (born Dec. 21, 1986) from his role in the blockbuster hit, The Twilight Saga. But did you know he’s one of the richest stars of all time? According to Forbes, the 31-year-old is valued at $150 million, which ranks him 36th on their list of the 100 wealthiest celebrities. That’s right next to George Michael, who’s valued at $150 million and is ranked 63rd on the list.
Forbes has ranked the wealthiest celebrities of all time using multiple factors, a combination of both public and privately held data. The publication says they’ve analyzed the total worth of every celebrity, including their primary source of income, the value of their properties and other investments, and the results of their brands. The data was then adjusted for inflation.
Here’s a look at some of the wealthiest actors, writers, and singers of all time.
Richest Actors Of All Time
Richest Actors Of All Time
The top 20 wealthiest actors of all time are shown in the table below. The data for this list comes from Forbes’ ranking of the richest celebrities and the publication’s own research of publicly available information. The vast majority of these stars are recognized for playing characters that became famous worldwide. In fact, 19 of the 20 stars on this list are either the original or a descendant of the famous Hollywood families
The top two are clearly Dustin Hoffman and Paul Newman. The veteran actor and the former actor and producer are tied at the helm with a net worth of $255 million. They’re followed by a diverse group of celebrities, including Tom Hanks, Michael Caine, and Harrison Ford. All three of these famous actors are currently in the top 20.
The Top 10 Richest Actors Of All Time
The top 10 wealthiest actors of all time are shown in the table below. The data for this list comes from Forbes’ ranking of the richest celebrities and the publication’s own research of publicly available information. The top two are clearly Dustin Hoffman and Paul Newman. While some of the films these actors appeared in were huge successes and gained them a tremendous amount of wealth, many of them were less successful and only garnered them a comparatively small amount of money. This list is a great testament to the power of popularity and the ability of film to make a star.
The next two spots on our list are taken by the legendary Kirk Douglas and Charles Chaplin, who are valued at a combined $350 million. Chaplin is known for his starring roles in The Gold Rush and Modern Times. Douglas is best known for his role as the President in the HBO series, Boardwalk Empire. He also famously played the role of Mr. Maisel in the award-winning The Big Chill. He’s in the top 20 because of his prolific and influential acting career.
Richest Singers Of All Time
Richest Singers Of All Time
The list of the 20 richest singers of all time is another diverse group. There are both male and female stars on this list, with the most famous and oldest ones being on the top. As you may expect, many of these performers are famous for their voice and got their start late in life. This is especially the case for George Michael, who began his career in the business in his 40s, replacing Simon Cowell, who was the subject of a Twitter roast by Michael a few years ago.
The late, great Whitney Houston is the only woman on this list. The legendary singer was known for her rich voice, which earned her the nickname, The Voice. She is valued at $290 million thanks to her impressive legacy, which also includes 27 Albums and 46 No. 1 Billboard hits. The year 2020 marks the 100th anniversary of Houston’s birth.
These figures may not seem like much compared to the wealthiest individuals of today. After all, they’re just a handful of rich folks from the past. But when you consider the fact that the most recent figures are only from 2018, it’s clear that these celebrities had a profound impact on society back in their day.
The Top 10 Richest Singers Of All Time
The top 10 richest singers of all time are shown in the table below. The data for this list comes from Forbes’ ranking of the richest celebrities and the publication’s own research of publicly available information. The top two are clearly Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey. While some of the performers on this list enjoyed huge commercial success, many of them are most well known for their acting roles. This is especially the case for Houston, who is also the only woman to have been named Forbes’ Icon of the Century. She’s followed by Mariah Carey, who’s valued at $230 million thanks to her iconic fashion sense and chart-topping songs.
Richest Actors In Popular Culture
Richest Actors In Popular Culture
This list is a great representation of the most profitable and influential celebrities of all time. It’s a mix of A-listers and B-listers from multiple genres and mediums. While some of the names on this list may be familiar to you, many of them are not. That’s because this list was compiled using publicly available information. It doesn’t include any figures from Forbes’ own research.
The late Heath Ledger is often cited as one of the greatest acting ensembles of all time. Many of his performances are considered among the greatest of all time. He was most well known for his role in the 2008 Coen brothers film, The Great Gatsby. His scenes with the late, great Marlon Brando were considered a masterpiece and are often cited as some of Ledger’s greatest work.
The Top 10 Actors In Popular Culture
The top 10 actors in popular culture (as determined by Forbes) are shown in the table below. While some of these Hollywood stars are most well known for playing iconic characters, many of them are just as interesting and influential for their behind-the-scenes roles. It’s interesting to note that all of these figures are currently alive, with the exception of John Wayne. So it’s not like we’re talking about ghosts here.
The legend Jackie Chan is the most recent addition to this list. He’s recently surpassed Walt Disney and surpassed Jimmy Stewart as America’s favorite actor. Chan was most well known for his work in the Mission: Impossible film series, which began in 1998 and continues to this day. But he also starred in Rush Hour, The Expendables, and more recently, the Channing Tatum-led Gemini Man. He’s now valued at $400 million because of continued box office success and a newly established training center in Shanghai.
Forbes says these figures may not seem like much compared to the wealthiest individuals of today. After all, they’re just a handful of rich folks from the past. But when you consider the fact that the most recent figures are only from 2018, it’s clear that these celebrities had a profound impact on society back in their day.