Beyoncé has officially entered the billionaire ranks, according to a new report from Forbes, cementing her place among music's wealthiest icons. The publication confirms she becomes only the fifth musician to achieve this financial milestone, joining peers like Taylor Swift, Rihanna, Bruce Springsteen, and her husband Jay-Z – whose fortune Forbes estimates at $2.5 billion.
The singer's financial leap follows years of record-breaking success. Just weeks before the announcement, Forbes had valued her net worth at $800 million, predicting she'd soon cross the billion-dollar threshold. Her Renaissance World Tour proved pivotal, generating nearly $600 million in 2023 and reinforcing her status as a global pop phenomenon alongside Swift.
Beyoncé's business acumen extended beyond live performances. She independently produced and distributed a concert film through AMC theaters, retaining nearly 50% of its $44 million global box office revenue. Her critically acclaimed 2024 album Cowboy Carter, which recontextualized country music's Black roots, earned her first Album of the Year Grammy after four previous nominations.
The subsequent Cowboy Carter tour reportedly amassed over $400 million in ticket sales and $50 million in merchandise, despite facing sluggish demand that prompted price reductions. The production still set records in Europe, featuring appearances by Jay-Z, their children, and Destiny's Child members. UK ticket prices ranged from £71 to a staggering £950 – the highest for any 2025 stadium act.
Additional revenue streams included a $50 million payday for Netflix's NFL Christmas showcase and $10 million from Levi's advertisements. Meanwhile, Forbes disputed Bloomberg's claim that Selena Gomez holds a $1.3 billion fortune, estimating her wealth at $700 million instead.
This financial recognition underscores Beyoncé's unparalleled influence across music, film, and commerce – a testament to her decades-long reign as an entertainment powerhouse.
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