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Beyoncé, Dr. Dre, Cameron Join Elite Billionaire Club
11 Mar
Summary
- Beyoncé's net worth reached $1 billion in December.
- Dr. Dre's billionaire status confirmed after Beats sale.
- James Cameron's wealth hit $1.1 billion before Avatar 3.
The United States leads the world in producing new billionaires, with 106 individuals joining the ranks this past year, according to Forbes. Among these new additions are global icons Beyoncé, Dr. Dre, and James Cameron.
Pop superstar Beyoncé reached a net worth of $1 billion in December, adding to her considerable success. Hip-hop mogul Dr. Dre has also been recognized as a billionaire, following the significant 2014 sale of his Beats by Dre headphones to Apple. Film director James Cameron's wealth climbed to an estimated $1.1 billion just prior to the release of his third Avatar blockbuster.
Globally, 390 new billionaires were added this year, marking the second-highest total on record. The majority of these new fortunes, nearly two-thirds, are self-made. Other notable newcomers include retired tennis star Roger Federer and artificial intelligence firm founder Edwin Chen.
