Without music, film and those creative forces that make the world go round, life would indeed be very different.
However, with creative genius often comes millions and sometimes billions of pounds, as celebrities across the globe rake in unfathomable amount of cash owing their creations that has helped change the world.
And, like it or not, music, tv and film are business despite the passion and their core – but which celebrities are richest in the world in 2024?
According to CelebrityNetWorth these are the top 10 richest celebrities on the planet.
5. Oprah Winfrey - $3.5 billion.
Host, media mogul and author Oprah Winfrey has a reported net worth of $3.5 billion. With special Netflix interviews with the likes of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, perhaps it is no shock. Photo: Jon Kopaloff
6. Michael Jordan - $2.6 million
The Chicago Bulls and NBA legend is the world's most famous basketball player of all time, has the world famous Air Jordan brand and has a reported net worth of $2.6 million. | Contributed
7. Jay-Z - $2 billion
Jay-Z may have 99 Problems but money ain't one. The rap star has a reported net worth of $2 billion. Photo: Christian Petersen
8. Kim Kardashian - $1.7 billion
One of the biggest names on the planet, reality star Kim Kardashian has moved up the list a little this year with a reported net worth of $1.7 billion. Photo: FRANCK FIFE