Forbes dead money makers
When a celebrity dies, their popularity doesn't disappear. All of the movies, albums and images remain forever, ensuring the stars will live on for years to come. Some celebrities have broken away to become top earners in death, sometimes decades after they've passed away. But there's no secret formula to land a spot on this list, which includes musicians, actors, athletes, scientists, authors and models. It's not a shock Jackson tops the list.
After all, his sudden death in still seems like it was just yesterday.
It's the biggest annual haul for any celebrity — dead or alive. The creator of the Peanuts comic strip still earns a lot in an average year. Although Palmer died less than a month ago, he'll be appearing on this list for decades to come.
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The king of rock 'n' roll still sells one million physical albums a year, but that's not why Elvis continues to generate income nearly four decades since his passing. Similar to Elvis, Prince's estate in Minnesota recently opened as a museum, meaning his income will continue to climb well after his death. The deceased reggae star doesn't earn much from album sales. You might be wondering who Theodore Geisel is and why he's on this list.
We don't blame you, but he also goes by another name: Imagine how much the musician would make if he were still alive. To this day, Lennon continues to earn a share of the Beatles' record sales. Other ventures, including the Cirque du Soleil show Love! Despite being deceased for more than six decades, Einstein still rakes in the cash. There's good reason the math whizz lands on this list, his face is plastered everywhere from t-shirts to tablets.
The original pinup bested other sex symbols like Marilyn Monroe to land a spot on the list thanks to lingerie, bridal wear and handbag deals.
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No, the legendary actor isn't earning the bulk of his royalties from Wanted: In a world where every celebrity has a least one fragrance to his or her name, Elizabeth Taylor still plays a commanding force in the field.
Schedule Shows Stories Quizzes Videos Games Store Where To Watch. Now My Three Sons 7: Previous Article Next Article. Oct 13, , Michael Jackson It's not a shock Jackson tops the list. Charles Schulz The creator of the Peanuts comic strip still earns a lot in an average year. Arnold Palmer Although Palmer died less than a month ago, he'll be appearing on this list for decades to come. Elvis Presley The king of rock 'n' roll still sells one million physical albums a year, but that's not why Elvis continues to generate income nearly four decades since his passing.
Bob Marley The deceased reggae star doesn't earn much from album sales. Theodore Geisel You might be wondering who Theodore Geisel is and why he's on this list.
John Lennon Imagine how much the musician would make if he were still alive. Albert Einstein Despite being deceased for more than six decades, Einstein still rakes in the cash.
Bettie Page The original pinup bested other sex symbols like Marilyn Monroe to land a spot on the list thanks to lingerie, bridal wear and handbag deals.
Steve McQueen No, the legendary actor isn't earning the bulk of his royalties from Wanted: Elizabeth Taylor In a world where every celebrity has a least one fragrance to his or her name, Elizabeth Taylor still plays a commanding force in the field. Find out where to watch MeTV. ON NOW My Three Sons. Sign up for our newsletter! Popular Latest Ever wonder why the women on 'Star Trek' appear out of focus?
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