In the latest report released by Forbes magazine on October 31, 2023, the renowned American singer Michael Jackson, popularly known as the ‘King of Pop,’ has emerged as the highest-earning deceased celebrity of the year.
Jackson, whose earnings amounted to $115 million, reclaimed the top position after four years, marking a significant milestone in the industry.
Elvis Presley, the late father-in-law of Jackson, secured the second spot on the list with estimated earnings of $100 million.
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Other legendary figures such as Bob Marley, Prince, John Lennon, and Whitney Houston also made it to the top 13, showcasing the enduring financial impact of their legacy.
Collectively, these departed stars amassed approximately $470 million in earnings over the past year.
However, this figure represents a substantial 70 percent decrease from the previous year’s earnings.
The rankings were determined based on their pre-tax income derived from sales, licensing agreements, streaming royalties, and various other sources of revenue between October 1, 2022, and September 30, 2023.
See the full list below:
US singer, Michael Jackson – $115 million
US singer and actor, Elvis Presley – $100 million
US keyboardist, Ray Manzarek – $45 million
US cartoonist, Dr. Seuss – $40 million
US cartoonist, Charles M. Schulz – $30 million
US singer, Prince – $30 million
US singer, Whitney Houston – $30 million
British singer, John Lennon – $22 million
Jamaican singer, Bob Marley – $16 million
US singer, Bing Crosby – $14 million
British singer, George Harrison – $14 million
US golfer, Arnold Palmer – $10 million
US singer, Marilyn Monroe – $10 million
