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Forbes has ranked the 50 richest self-made women globally, highlighting their diverse industries and origins, with Rafaela Aponte-Diamant from Switzerland leading at $38.8 billion. Despite progress, women still hold a small share of global billionaire wealth, but their numbers and success are increasing.
The article discusses the top self-made women celebrities in America for 2025, highlighting their net worths, sources of income, and recent financial trends, including the impact of market cooling on celebrity businesses like cosmetics and production companies, with Taylor Swift as a notable exception due to her record-breaking tour earnings.
The article highlights the youngest self-made women under 40 on Forbes' 2025 list, including Kylie Jenner, Taylor Swift, and Selena Gomez, who have achieved significant wealth through their businesses and careers, with Taylor Swift being the richest among them at $1.6 billion. It also features other young billionaires like Daniela Amodei and Rihanna, emphasizing their entrepreneurial success in various industries.
The number of self-made women billionaires has reached a record high in 2024, with 369 women making up 13% of the world's billionaires. The top 10 richest self-made women include Rafaela Aponte-Diamant of Switzerland, Diane Hendricks of the U.S., and Judy Love & family. Newcomers to the list this year include pop star Taylor Swift and tech executives Lisa Su and Michelle Zatlyn. The group is dominated by women from China and the U.S., with notable figures like Wu Yajun, Zhou Qunfei, and Denise Coates also making the list.
Four Indian-origin women, including Jayshree Ullal and Indra Nooyi, have been named among America's 100 richest self-made women by Forbes, with a combined net worth of $4.06 billion. Ullal, the president and CEO of Arista Networks, ranked 15th on the list with a net worth of $2.4 billion. Neerja Sethi, co-founder of Syntel, ranked 25th with a net worth of $990 million. Neha Narkhede, co-founder of Confluent, ranked 50th with a net worth of $520 million. Nooyi, the former chair and CEO of PepsiCo, ranked 77th with a net worth of $350 million. The women's fortunes come from their successful careers in technology and business.
Taylor Swift, Oprah, and Kim Kardashian are among the richest self-made women in America, according to Forbes' 2023 list. Swift is ranked 34th overall with a net worth of $740 million, while Oprah placed 13th with a fortune of $2.5 billion. Kardashian secured the 21st spot with a net worth of $1.2 billion. Rihanna is the richest woman in music with a fortune of $1.4 billion. The list also includes other female musicians such as Beyoncé, Céline Dion, Dolly Parton, and Barbra Streisand. The richest self-made woman in America is Diane Hendricks, with a net worth of $15 billion.
Rihanna, Taylor Swift, and Beyoncé are among the entertainment industry's richest self-made women, according to Forbes' updated ranking. Rihanna tops the list with a net worth of $1.4 billion, followed by Taylor Swift with $740 million and Beyoncé with $540 million. Other notable women in entertainment on the list include Oprah, Kim Kardashian, Kylie Jenner, Madonna, Céline Dion, Dolly Parton, Reese Witherspoon, Barbra Streisand, Serena Williams, and Shonda Rhimes.
Taylor Swift is now the second richest self-made woman in music with an estimated net worth of $740 million, according to Forbes. She surpassed Madonna and Beyoncé but is still far off from Rihanna, who tops the list with an estimated net worth of $1.4 billion. Swift's net worth can only grow as she continues her "Eras Tour."
Forbes has released its list of America's Richest Self-Made Women, featuring 15 celebrities with a combined net worth of $10.8 billion. Taylor Swift tops the list with a net worth of $740 million, followed by Rihanna, Kim Kardashian, Beyoncé Knowles, and Celine Dion. The only newcomer to the list is showrunner Shonda Rhimes. The list features some of the hardest-working performers, artists, and producers, including Reese Witherspoon, Dolly Parton, and Madonna. The minimum net worth to make the list was $225 million.
Forbes has released its ninth annual list of America's Richest Self-Made Women, featuring 100 entrepreneurs, executives, and entertainers who have built fortunes in various sectors. The list includes eight newcomers, including Shonda Rhimes, the creator of Bridgerton and Grey's Anatomy, and is cumulatively worth a record $124 billion, up nearly 12% from a year ago. Diane Hendricks, the roofing and building supply distributor, remains at the top of the list for the sixth year in a row, with a record $15 billion fortune.
Forbes has released its 2023 list of America's Richest Self-Made Women, with only 11 women under 40 making the cut. Kylie Jenner, at age 25, is the youngest person on the list for the sixth consecutive year, worth an estimated $680 million. Other notable names include Lucy Guo, Taylor Swift, Whitney Wolfe Herd, Rihanna, Christina Cacioppo, Neha Narkhede, Iman Abuzeid, Huda Kattan, and Julia Cheek. The list features entrepreneurs, executives, and entertainers who have achieved their dreams at notably young ages, whether in business or entertainment.