This article will let you know as to how the 10 richest celebrities in the world earned their money through their hard work and perseverance. Some celebrities have increased their wealth because of their investment in the business. Here are the 10 richest celebrities in the world according to Passion Buz:

1. George Lucas

George Lucas
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George Lucas has a net worth of $6.4 billion and an estimated salary of $233 million every year. He was born on May 14, 1944, in Modesto California and hid present wife is Mellody Hobson. He is known for his movies such as American Graffiti, Star Wars, Raiders of the Lost Ark, Return of the Jedi, Willow, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade and more. He was nominated in four Academy awards and large numbers of achievements in different categories.

2. Steven Spielberg 

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Steven Spielberg has an estimated net worth of $3.7 billion and an estimated salary of $150 million every year. He was born on December 18, 1946, in Cincinnati, Ohio. Hos first wife was Amy Irving but they got divorced in 1989. He was then got married to Kate Capshaw in 1991. He likes paintings, drawings, and loves to watch movies. His achievements include a three-time Academy Award Winner and nominated for an Oscar and Golden Globes.

3. Oprah Winfrey

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Oprah Winfrey has an estimated net worth of $3.2 billion and an estimated salary of $300 million every year. She was born on January 29, 1954. At present, she is the Chairwoman and CEO of Harpo Productions and CEO and CCO of Oprah Winfrey Network. She is a well-known host, actress, writer, producer, and philanthropist.

4. Michael Jordan

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The NBA Legend has an estimated net worth of $1.7 billion and an estimated salary of $80 million every year. He was born on February 17, 1963, in New York City, New York. He is also the highest-paid athlete of all time. 

5. Paul McCartney

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Paul McCartney has an estimated net worth of $1.2 billion an estimated salary of 54 million every year. He was born on June 18, 1942, in Walter Liverpool, United Kingdom. He is a well-known singer, songwriter, musician, and film producer. His music groups include The Beatles and Paul McCartney and Wings. 

6. JK Rowling

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JK Rowling has an estimated net worth of $1 billion and an estimated salary of $75 million every year. She was born on July 31, 1965, in Yate, United Kingdom. She is a well-known writer, screenwriter, television producer, and more. One of the best books she has written in the Harry Potter that sold around 500 million copies around the globe.

7. David Copperfield

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David Copperfield has an estimated net worth of $1 billion and an estimated salary of $71 million every year. He was born on September 16, 1956, and he presently lives in Las Vegas, Nevada. He is a holder of 11 Guinness World Records, Emmy Awards, and Living Legend Awards. One of his businesses is a resort in the Bahamas.

8. Jay-Z

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Jay-Z has an estimated net worth of $1 billion and an estimated salary of $76 million every year. He was born on December 4, 1969, in New York City, New York. He is a well-known rapper, songwriter, producer, record executive and more. He is also the only rapper who has 22 Grammy awards and was nominated for 216 awards and got 110 of these nominations.

9. Jerry Seinfeld

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Jerry Seinfeld has an estimated net worth of $950 million and an estimated salary of $32 million every year. His hobby includes collecting expensive and luxurious brands of cars.

10. Kylie Jenner

Kylie Jenner
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Kylie Jenner has an estimated net worth of $900 million and an estimated salary of $170 million every year. She was born on August 10, 1997, in Los Angeles, California. She is a well-known celebrity, model, and entrepreneur.