Forbes’ 2024 Self-Made Women List: Celebrities Leading the Way

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Forbes’ 2024 Self-Made Women list highlights some of the most successful and influential female celebrities who have amassed substantial fortunes through their entrepreneurial endeavors and talent. This article delves into the stories of these remarkable women, their businesses, and their impressive net worths as of May 3, 2024.

Oprah Winfrey: The Media Mogul

Net Worth: $3 Billion

Self-Made Score: 10

Age: 70

Oprah Winfrey’s journey from a TV host to a media mogul is nothing short of inspiring. After revealing her experience with an unspecified weight loss drug, she left the WeightWatchers board in February 2024, donating her company stock to the National Museum of African American History and Culture. Oprah owns over 2,100 acres of land in Hawaii and several houses in Santa Barbara, California.

Kim Kardashian: The Shapewear Queen

Net Worth: $1.7 Billion

Self-Made Score: 7

Age: 43

Kim Kardashian, the richest Kardashian, has built an empire with her shapewear line, Skims, which raised $270 million from private investors, valuing the company at $4 billion. In January, her SKKN By Kim skin care brand launched a makeup line that exceeded expectations. However, her SKKY Partners private equity firm has faced challenges, raising only $121 million of its $1 billion target by March.

Rihanna: The Pop Star and Beauty Mogul

Net Worth: $1.4 Billion

Self-Made Score: 10

Age: 36

Rihanna, born in Barbados, has expanded her wealth through her 50% stake in Fenty Beauty, a joint venture with Sephora owner LVMH. She gave birth to her second child, Riot Rose, and continues to innovate in the beauty industry, launching a new mascara last year.

Taylor Swift: The Concert Queen

Net Worth: $1.3 Billion

Self-Made Score: 8

Age: 34

Taylor Swift became a billionaire in 2023 thanks to her record-breaking Eras Tour, which grossed over $1 billion in ticket sales. Her latest album, The Tortured Poets Department, broke streaming records. Swift’s influence in the music industry remains unparalleled.

Madonna: The Queen of Pop

Net Worth: $850 Million

Self-Made Score: 9

Age: 65

Madonna kicked off her Celebration Tour last October, earning an estimated $50 million through April 1, 2024. Despite health concerns delaying the tour, her resilience and decades-spanning career continue to pay off.

Beyoncé Knowles: The Renaissance Woman

Net Worth: $760 Million

Self-Made Score: 8

Age: 42

Beyoncé’s Renaissance World Tour brought in $579 million in ticket sales, with an additional $44 million from a companion movie. Her album Cowboy Carter and increased music catalog value contributed to her growing fortune.

Kylie Jenner: The Youngest Mogul

Net Worth: $710 Million

Self-Made Score: 7

Age: 26

Kylie Jenner launched the clothing line Khy, Sprinter vodka soda, and Cosmic fragrance, maintaining her wealth primarily from her stake in Kylie Cosmetics. Despite selling 51% of the business to Coty in 2020, Jenner remains a dominant force in the beauty industry.

Judy Sheindlin: The Television Judge

Net Worth: $560 Million

Self-Made Score: 8

Age: 81

Judy Sheindlin continues to preside over legal shows on Amazon Freevee, including Judy Justice and Tribunal Justice. She also boasts a substantial real estate portfolio across five states.

Celine Dion: The Legendary Singer

Net Worth: $550 Million

Self-Made Score: 8

Age: 56

Celine Dion has canceled all shows through the end of 2024 due to stiff-person syndrome, a neurological condition. Despite this, her legacy and music continue to resonate with fans worldwide.

Barbra Streisand: The Iconic Performer

Net Worth: $460 Million

Self-Made Score: 10

Age: 82

Barbra Streisand released a memoir, My Name is Barbra, and celebrated the 40th anniversary of her film Yentl with a commemorative soundtrack. Her album Evergreens marks her six decades with Columbia Records.

Ellen DeGeneres: The Comedian and Home Flipper

Net Worth: $450 Million

Self-Made Score: 8

Age: 66

Ellen DeGeneres plans a stand-up comedy tour this summer. The avid home flipper has sold at least 10 homes and recently turned a significant profit on a Santa Barbara property.

Dolly Parton: The Multifaceted Entertainer

Net Worth: $450 Million

Self-Made Score: 10

Age: 78

Dolly Parton continues her prolific output with new music, books, and expansions to her Dollywood theme park. Her diverse ventures in entertainment and business keep her fortune growing.

Reese Witherspoon: The Actress and Producer

Net Worth: $440 Million

Self-Made Score: 8

Age: 48

Reese Witherspoon’s production company, Hello Sunshine, faced revenue challenges, but she remains active in film and TV, starring in The Morning Show and Your Place or Mine.

Katy Perry: The Pop Star and Judge

Net Worth: $350 Million

Self-Made Score: 9

Age: 39

Katy Perry sold her song rights for $225 million and hinted at new music while planning her departure from American Idol. Her fortune comes from her music catalog and touring.

Serena Williams: The Tennis Legend

Net Worth: $340 Million

Self-Made Score: 9

Age: 42

Retired tennis legend Serena Williams is working on a memoir and a documentary series. She invests through Serena Ventures and holds a stake in the Miami Dolphins.

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