When it comes to the highest earners in the world of entertainment and sports, names like Shah Rukh Khan from Bollywood and Cristiano Ronaldo from the sports field often top the list. However, there’s one personality who surpasses both in earnings, and she’s neither an actor, singer, nor athlete — it’s influencer and business mogul Kylie Jenner.
Kylie, known for her social media influence and entrepreneurial success, has outpaced renowned figures like rapper Kanye West with her record-breaking income. Other top earners include Lionel Messi, Taylor Swift, and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, but Kylie remains one of the wealthiest figures in entertainment today.
According to Forbes, Kylie Jenner was the highest-earning celebrity in 2020, with a staggering $590 million in annual earnings — a new record for any celebrity. A large portion of her income comes from Kylie Cosmetics, the makeup brand she founded in 2015. In January 2020, Kylie sold 51% of her company to publicly traded Coty for $600 million, though she still retains a 44% stake in the brand, ensuring continued substantial income.
Kylie’s total net worth is estimated by Forbes to be over $700 million, securing her spot among the wealthiest celebrities globally. The reality TV star’s wealth came under scrutiny when she was named the world’s youngest “self-made” billionaire, a title later rescinded after discrepancies were noted in the reported value of her business. Despite the controversy, Kylie remains a major figure in both the business world and on social media, with millions of devoted followers around the globe.