Celebrities
This is Jay-Z’s immense fortune at 55 and how it compares to Beyoncé
Thanks to his music career and business, the artist has amassed a huge fortune, one many wonder if it surpasses his wife’s.
This December 4 marks the 55th birthday of Shawn Corey Carter, famously known as Jay-Z. Beyond his illustrious career as a rapper and producer, Jay-Z has established himself as a savvy entrepreneur, amassing a staggering fortune.
What’s Jay-Z’s net worth?
According to Forbes, Jay-Z boasts a net worth of $2.5 billion. Since becoming the first hip-hop billionaire in 2019, his wealth has more than doubled, thanks to various income streams, including his lucrative business ventures. In 2021, LVMH acquired a 50% stake in his champagne empire, Armand de Brignac, also known as Ace of Spades.
Additionally, Jay-Z sold the majority of his stake in his cognac brand, D’Usse, to Bacardi in February 2023. His diverse assets range from an impressive art collection, featuring works by Jean-Michel Basquiat, to his music catalog and shares in companies like Block and Uber. He is also the founder of Roc Nation, a prominent entertainment company.
Together with his wife, singer Beyoncé, Jay-Z owns a portfolio of properties worldwide. The couple’s real estate holdings in the United States are valued at approximately $350 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth, a site specializing in estimating celebrity fortunes. In May 2020, Jay-Z and Beyoncé made headlines by purchasing a Malibu home for $200 million, marking one of the most expensive private home sales in U.S. history.
Who’s worth more: Beyoncé or Jay-Z?
Jay-Z holds a larger net worth compared to Beyoncé. The aforementioned Celebrity Net Worth estimates Beyoncé’s net worth at $600 million. Combined, the power couple has a joint fortune of $3.1 billion.
Beyoncé herself is one of the highest-paid celebrities. During a touring year, she earns around $80 million, according to reports. She holds the record for the most Grammy Awards won by any artist and was recently recognized by Billboard as the top pop star of the 21st century.
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