World’s 20 Richest People Revealed (7 of 11)

9. Rihanna: $1.7 billion

Rihanna, a multifaceted powerhouse, commands global attention as a singer, actress, and fashion icon. Beyond her chart-topping music career, she’s made waves in the fashion industry with her inclusive lingerie line, Savage X Fenty, and Fenty Beauty cosmetics, celebrated for their diverse shade range. Rihanna’s philanthropic efforts extend to education and healthcare, demonstrating her compassion and dedication to making a positive impact worldwide.

Bonus Fact: While she gained prominence as a hip-hop/R&B singer, Rihanna is a classically trained singer. She started taking lessons at the age of 7 and attended a military academy in Barbados, where she was a cadet on the Barbados Defense Force drill team.

8. Kim Kardashian: $1.7 billion

Kim Kardashian, a reality TV queen turned mogul, rose to fame alongside her family on Keeping Up With the Kardashians. She could have been content with that level of success but decided instead to leverage her social media presence to build a billion-dollar business empire with Skims shapewear and KKW Beauty (now SKKN by Kim). She’s also a criminal justice reform advocate.

Bonus Fact: Kim Kardashian briefly worked as Paris Hilton’s closet organizer before her reality TV fame.