Forbes 2026 list identifies 22 billionaire celebrities

The 2026 Forbes list of billionaire celebrities features 22 individuals from the entertainment and sports sectors, with a combined net worth of US$ 48.1 billion. This represents an increase from the previous year, which included 18 names with a combined wealth of US$ 39 billion.

Steven Spielberg leads the ranking with an estimated fortune of US$ 7.1 billion, followed by George Lucas at US$ 5.2 billion and Michael Jordan at US$ 4.3 billion. New additions to the billionaire group this year include Beyoncé, Roger Federer, Dr. Dre, and James Cameron.

Among women, Oprah Winfrey holds the highest net worth at US$ 3.2 billion. Taylor Swift follows with approximately US$ 2 billion. Other notable female billionaires include Kim Kardashian at US$ 1.9 billion, while Rihanna and Beyoncé each possess a net worth of US$ 1 billion.