Beyoncé Officially Joins Billionaire Ranks in Music, According to Forbes
Forbes confirms Beyoncé's achievement as a billionaire, joining an elite group of musicians and notable entertainers with vast fortunes.
- • Beyoncé officially became a billionaire in 2025, confirmed by Forbes.
- • She is the fifth musician to surpass the billionaire mark, joining Jay-Z, Taylor Swift, Bruce Springsteen, and Rihanna.
- • Most of her wealth comes from music rights and successful tours like the Cowboy Carter Tour and Renaissance World Tour.
- • The Forbes billionaire list includes other entertainment icons such as Steven Spielberg, George Lucas, and Oprah Winfrey.
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On December 29, 2025, Forbes officially recognized Beyoncé as a billionaire, marking a significant milestone in her career and financial achievements. At age 44, she enters an exclusive group of 22 artists with billionaire status, becoming only the fifth musician to reach this elite financial level. Beyoncé's wealth largely stems from her extensive music catalog rights and highly successful tours, notably the Cowboy Carter Tour and the Renaissance World Tour.
She now stands alongside other billionaire musicians such as her husband Jay-Z, Taylor Swift, Bruce Springsteen, and Rihanna. This achievement reflects her sustained impact and influence in the entertainment industry. Forbes' billionaire list also includes notable entertainment figures like Steven Spielberg, with a net worth of $5.3 billion, George Lucas at $5.1 billion, and Oprah Winfrey at $3.1 billion, contextualizing Beyoncé's fortune within a broader landscape of celebrity wealth.
Beyoncé's official billionaire status highlights her as a powerful figure in music and business, underscoring the lucrative potential of modern entertainment careers. This recognition by Forbes solidifies her position among the wealthiest and most influential global celebrities in 2025.
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