Forbes has released its annual list of the richest people in the world, and once again tech leaders dominate the top spots.
Elon Musk currently holds the number one position with an estimated net worth of about $839 billion. Musk’s fortune comes from companies like Tesla, SpaceX, and other technology ventures.
Following him on the list is Amazon founder Jeff Bezos with an estimated net worth of $224 billion. Other major names near the top include Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, luxury goods leader Bernard Arnault and his family, Walmart heir Rob Walton and his family, and Microsoft founder Bill Gates.
The list also includes several powerful figures from the music and entertainment industry. Beyoncé, Jay Z, Taylor Swift, and Rihanna all remain among the wealthiest entertainers in the world.
This year also brought a major milestone for legendary music producer Dr. Dre. He has officially joined the billionaire club. Dre’s wealth comes from a combination of his music career, his record label Aftermath Entertainment, and the massive success of Beats by Dre headphones. Apple famously purchased the brand in a multibillion dollar deal.
Dr. Dre’s success highlights how artists are building business empires beyond music. Many musicians today are expanding into technology, fashion, and major brand partnerships.
The Forbes list continues to show how entertainment and business are becoming more connected than ever.