They're some of the world’s most lauded, famous and influential figures - supremely talented singers, authors, actors, directors...and even magicians.
And the world of celebrity brings with it great earning power.
Along with the actual day job, advertising deals, shrewd investments, business interests and internet popularity can make these familiar figures mega-rich.
And, of course, it doesn’t hurt to marry the right person either.
Here are the 19 wealthiest celebrities on the planet, according to Celebrity Networth.
9. Rihanna
With an estimated net worth of a cool £1.4 billion, Umbrella star Rihanna is the second wealthiest pop star on the planet. Although she has made plenty from her voice, the majority of her fortune has come from her hugely successful Fenty Beauty Line. | AFP via Getty Images
10. Paul McCartney
From the world's wealthiest pop stars to the richest person in rock - Paul McCartney. His part in the Beatles peerless back catalogue has earned him a huge amount, as has his work with band Wings and his more recent solo work. His tours still sell out stadiums in minutes, he recently headlined Glastonbury to glowing reviews, and his records continue to chart. No wonder he's worth an estimated $1.2 billion. | AFP via Getty Images
11. Slavica Ecclestone
A former fashion model, while working on a Formula One promotional event for Armani in 1982 Slavica Ecclestone met her future husband - F1 chief Bernie Ecclestone. They are no longer together, but she retains the name and a fortune estimated at $1.2 billion. | AFP via Getty Images
12. Brock Pierce
Not as well known in the UK as he is the USA, Brock Pierce was a child actor who starred in hit film 'The Mighty Ducks' and its sequel. His fortune comes from cryptocurrency - he was an early investor in Bitcoin and the co-founder of investment platform Tether. He also ran (unsuccessfully!) as an independent candidate in the 2020 US presidential election. He's worth around $1billion. | Getty Images