Different people have different goals in life: someone wants to start a family and live happily ever after, someone wants to become the richest, and someone just wants to change the world. Attention is invited to the 10 richest dead celebrities for 2019.
10. Jenny Rivera
Jenny Rivera is a Mexican-American singer. Her career began in 1992. Jenny worked in the gang and nortenya genres. Jenny has released 12 albums, which are very successfully sold and currently sold more than 1 million copies. Rivera's albums were a great success during her lifetime, thanks to which she was repeatedly nominated for a Latin American Grammy. She took part in many television shows. The singer was the official representative of the National Coalition against Domestic Violence. Jenny's life ended in 2012 as a result of a car accident. Autobiographical books, films and programs about her continue to bring huge profits.
9. Albert Einstein
One of the greatest scientists in history needs no introduction. Albert was born on March 14, 1879 in Germany in a Jewish family of entrepreneurs. Albert’s childhood and youth were not distinguished by anything special, and no one in those years could even suspect that this person would turn the world upside down. Later, he made the greatest contribution to theoretical physics and became one of its founders. Over a lifetime, over 300 scientific papers in the field of physics have been written and, in addition, over 150 books and articles in the field of philosophy and history have been written. Albert Einstein created one of the most famous formulas in history: E = mc2. In addition, he owns many significant physical theories. The fruits of the scientist's work to this day bring huge sums.
8. Stephen McQueen
The famous actor died in 1980. Inspires designers around the world to this day. Stephen McQueen is still the standard of style. The actor devoted several motorcycles worth ten thousand dollars per motorcycle. Some companies used his name when creating vintage. In just one year, companies earned using Stephen's name and appearance, and earned about nine million dollars.
7. Betty Page
Betty's career began after meeting with one of the police officers, who was a photographer. Although Betty initially wanted to become an actress, because of which she went to New York in 1947, but fate decreed in its own way. She is the founder of an erotic pin-up style. Well-known calendars with attractive girls appeared thanks to Betty Page. She died in 2008. But despite this, Betty's income after death is approximately $ 10 million. For her fans, boutiques are open in several cities.
6. Marilyn Monroe
The appearance of this actress on the Hollywood carpet turned everything upside down. Marilyn Monroe is still a sex symbol. Moreover, in the XXI century, a lot of girls imitate her, curling such curls and painting her lips with red lipstick. Marilyn even passed away with scandal, poisoning herself with medicines in her bedroom. In her honor, new cafes, beauty salons and even hotels are still called, which brings huge amounts to the late actress. In addition, her dress is one of the most expensive items that have ever been sold at auctions.
5. Bob Marley
The legendary performer is an icon of reggae to this day, even despite his long-standing death in 1981. The cause of Bob's death was a rapidly developing cancer. After himself, he left the world a great legacy. The artist has sold millions of albums. The house in which Bob Marley lived is currently a museum. Bob has many children who are now making huge profits on relaxing drinks that are named after Bob. In addition, some companies produce environmentally friendly products and use not only the name, but also the lifestyle of the musician. Revenue for the year is about $ 18 million.
4. John Lennon
John Lennon is one of the greatest musicians not only in the 20th century, but throughout history. Before the collapse, The Beatles was one of the members of this team. After the collapse, John became famous throughout the world, starting a solo career. During his life, the musician earned a lot of money. But John's earnings did not decrease even after death. Lennon's albums are still selling very well. Since 1992, 65 million copies have been sold in the United States alone, not to mention the rest of the world. All this gives a big profit to the family of John.
3. Elvis Presley
The great Elvis Presley, or “king of rock and roll” - that's what he is called. Thanks to Elvis, a new style of music was born - rockabilly. The singer was born in a simple family. The beginning of his career can be called tests in the "Memphis Recording Service", but you cannot say that they were successful. Some time after the trials, Elvis's performances ended in failure, but this did not stop him from becoming a “king of rock and roll” in the future. Despite the death of Elvis Presley in 1977, the demand for his work is only growing. More than one billion records have already been sold worldwide. In addition, during his lifetime, Elvis already had 300 million dollars.
2. Michael Jackson
Michael Jackson is also a king, but not rock and roll, but pop. Michael has received 15 Grammy Awards and several hundred other awards throughout his life. In the Guinness Book of Records, Michael Jackson was listed as many as 25 times. Michael is one of the richest performers to this day. In just one year, he earned more than $ 160 million. Michael made a big profit with the circus du Soleil show. In addition, half of Sony's music catalog is owned by Michael.
1. Theodore Geisel
The Great Theodore Geisel is also known as Dr. Seuss. He wrote a huge number of children's books, the demand for which is growing every day. Theodore’s income, even after his death, is colossal. So, the cartoon shot according to his book brought Theodore over 341 million dollars. His work is appreciated and revered to this day.