Rihanna

Robyn Rihanna Fenty, or simply Rihanna, is more than just a global pop icon—she's a cultural force, a self-made billionaire, and a relentless entrepreneur whose influence spans far beyond the music industry. With a net worth estimated at an astonishing $1.4 billion, she stands as the richest female musician in the world and the second-richest female entertainer in the U.S. after Oprah Winfrey. From selling out stadiums worldwide to founding her powerhouse brand, Fenty Beauty, Rihanna’s journey is a masterclass in turning talent into wealth. Here’s an in-depth look at how Rihanna transformed her artistry into a legacy of financial success, business innovation, and cultural impact.

What Is Rihanna’s Net Worth?

According to Forbes, as of 2024, Rihanna’s net worth is estimated at a whopping $1.4 Billion. 

Rihanna is the richest female singer in the world and, next to Oprah Winfrey, the second-richest female entertainer ever. She is ranked 23rd in the Forbes list of America's Self-Made Women(2024). In July 2022, her worth increased further, de-throning model and businesswoman Kim Kardashian to become America's youngest self-made female billionaire. Rihanna is one of the best-selling recording artists of the 21st century by Guinness World Records, with an estimated sales of around 250 Million units worldwide. 
Rihanna earns significant wealth from her singing career. Rihanna earns an estimated $90 Million per concert tour. According to Billboard, RiRi’s "Diamonds World" Tour earned $137 million from 87 shows and her "Anti World" Tour grossed more than $110 Million from 71 shows. After Rihanna's Super Bowl halftime show, it has been revealed that the singer earned $386,000 within a week in royalties. According to the Daily Mail, Rihanna reportedly got paid $6 Million to perform at Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's pre-wedding bash.
In June 2023, RiRi became the first female artist to have 10 songs with 1 billion Spotify streams. According to Royalties calculator, RiRi's estimated minimum Spotify earnings in a month is over $265.38K and yearly is more than $3.18 Million. Her YouTube Channel is estimated to have a daily earnings of $6.6K - $148.7K, and monthly earnings of around $198.2K - $4.5 Million based on existing subscribers and viewers. Rihanna's Fenty Beauty was the top-earning celebrity beauty brand on Instagram in 2023, generating over $600 Million in annual revenue. According to Viralyft, RiRi's total estimated earnings from Instagram is $2,100,000, and on average, each post commands a remarkable price of $700,000.
The Caribbean pop star has a stake in two billion-dollar companies. First is her makeup brand Fenty Beauty, a joint venture with luxury giant LVMH, the parent company of Sephora. Rihanna's impressive wealth is primarily due to her 50% ownership of Fenty Beauty worth $2.8 Billion. The net revenue of Fenty Beauty is around $602.4 Million in 2024. As per Cosmetify, Fenty’s brand value shot up by $5 Million after its three-second cameo.

What Is Rihanna’s Claim To Fame?

Rihanna’s journey to fame was not easy. Let's find out how the Caribbean pop star gained fame through her music talent.

• Emotion: In 2003, Rihanna started her music journey in Barbados by forming a trio with two classmates. When the group auditioned for American producer Evan Rogers, it was Rihanna who captivated him instantly. She performed covers of "Emotion" by Destiny's Child and "Hero" by Mariah Carey, leading Rogers to invite her to the U.S. to record demo tapes.
• Pon de Replay: Her first single, Pon de Replay, hit the airwaves in 2005, becoming an instant summer anthem. The track climbed charts worldwide, peaking at No. 2 on the US Billboard Hot 100. Rihanna's demo reached Def Jam Recordings, where Jay-Z, the newly appointed CEO, was among the first to hear it. Initially skeptical about Pon de Replay, he invited her for an audition. In early 2005, Rihanna performed for Jay-Z and music mogul L.A. Reid, singing For the Love of You, along with her demos. After the performance, Rihanna landed a six-album deal with Def Jam, marking the beginning of her journey in the U.S. and in music. Music of the Sun, released that August, debuted in the Billboard Top 10 and went on to sell over two million copies globally. 
• A Girl Like Me and SOS: Rihanna swiftly followed up with her sophomore album, A Girl Like Me, in 2006. This album reached the top of the charts in Canada and broke into the US Top 5. Its lead single, SOS, became her first US No. 1 hit. Hits like Unfaithful, We Ride, and Break It Off showcased her versatility and broadened her appeal across global markets.

What Businesses Does Rihanna Own?

Rihanna earns a significant amount of his wealth through her business ventures. Let's take a look at RiRi's business.

• Fenty Beauty: In 2017, Rihanna launched her cosmetics brand, Fenty Beauty, a joint venture with luxury giant LVMH. Forbes reports Fenty Beauty is worth a whopping $2.8 Billion. In July 2020, Rihanna announced the launch of her beauty brand Fenty Skin. According to The Sun, Fenty Beauty by Rihanna is the most successful celebrity beauty brand, with an annual revenue of $602.4 Million. The Caribbean pop star's impressive wealth is primarily due to her 50% ownership of Fenty Beauty. According to Forbes, the company's revenue doubled in 2022. On 10th June 2024, Rihanna celebrated the launch of a highly-anticipated haircare range, Fenty Hair.
• Savage x Fenty: In 2018, Rihanna launched a luxury fashion brand, the Savage X Fenty. The venture is worth around $270 Million in total. According to Forbes, Rihanna holds an estimated 28% stake in the Savage x Fenty lingerie line, which secured $125 Million in a funding round in January 2022. According to WWD, as of September 2024, Savage X Fenty's annual revenue is more than $400 Million.
• Tidal: In 2016, Rihanna invested in the music streaming platform, Tidal. She is the co-owner of the music streaming service Tidal, along with other celebrities like Jay-Z, Madonna, and Kim's ex-husband Kanye West. Each Tidal’s artist was given 3% equity in the company. According to Boardroom, the annual investment payout is around $9 Million. In 2019, Tidal’s revenues grew by 13.1% and the total revenue was $166.9 Million. The same year Tidal also saw an annual operating loss of $55.3 Million which was 50.6% more from the $36.7 Million figure in 2018.
• Fr8me: In November 2015, Rihanna and Benoit Demouy launched the Los Angeles-based fashion and beauty agency called Fr8me.

What Brands Has Rihanna Endorsed?

Rihanna has an array of endorsements and each of the brands are bigger than the other.

• Gucci: In 2008, Rihanna joined hands with designer label Gucci for its latest TV advertisement for their handbag. In 2009, she campaigned for the Gucci Tattoo Heart Collection. RiRi is often spotted wearing Gucci's accessories. Reportedly the collaboration still continues.
• Puma: In 2014, the Caribbean superstar was named the creative director and brand ambassador for Puma. According to Forbes, a year after hiring the star, the company’s profits jumped 11.2%. Rihanna’s last release with Puma was in 2017 and the same year she launched her Fenty Beauty line.
• Manolo Blahnik: In 2016, RiRi endorsed the Manolo Blahnik shoe line called “SoStoned”, featuring jewel-adorned sandals and strappy lucite heels. Later, she also launched her “DesertDenim” and “Savage” collections with the brand. The collaboration added to Rihanna’s estimated net worth of approximately $200 million, including $36 million made in 2017 alone.
• Dior J'adore: In 2015, Rihanna became the first Black celebrity named as a Dior brand ambassador. In early September 2024, Rihanna again became the face of the brand. She reportedly signed a fully-fledged contract with the House for its next J'adore launch.
• Armani and River Island: In 2010, she designed a capsule collection for Giorgio Armani and was praised by the Italian designer for her efforts.
• MAC Cosmetics: According to WWD reports, in 2013, RiRi had a creative partnership with MAC cosmetics to launch their first product called RiRi Woo. Rihanna Hearts MAC Powder Blush in Bad Girl Gone Good and Cream Color Base in Diamonds.
• Louis Vuitton: Rihanna was the face of Pharrell Williams's first Louis Vuitton campaign for the Spring/Summer 2024 men's collection. In the campaign, she wore a Louis Vuitton black leather jacket.
• Samsung: In 2015, RiRi signed a $25 Million contract with Samsung to advertise their Galaxy line of products.
• RIMOWA: In September 2021, Rihanna became the new ambassador of Rimowa, the luxury luggage brand, and was also featured in its “Never Still" campaign.
• Clinique: In 2006, Rihanna was chosen to represent Clinique’s “Happy” fragrance in a campaign.
• Cover Girl: Rihanna worked as a spokesmodel with Cover Girl for three years from 2006 to 2008. Unfortunately, in 2009, Rihanna was removed due to negative publicity surrounding her relationship with Chris Brown.
• Nivea: In 2011, Nivea collaborated with Rihanna to celebrate the brand's 100th anniversary and advertise the skincare line. Unfortunately, in 2012, she was dropped, labeling RiRi too outrageous to be compatible with the skincare giant's brand values. A
• Chopard: In 2017, Rihanna and Chopard co-designed a high jewellery line which was unveiled at the Cannes Film Festival 2017. According to Forbes, a piece of jewellery from the limited edition “Rihanna Loves Chopard” line starts at $1,000 and tops out at $11,000.
• Stance: In 2015, Rihanna was named a creative director of Stance, a socks brand and since then she has collaborated with the brand. In 2018, Rihanna collaborated with Stance and designed more than 20 socks and tights for a special Stance collection, called "Fenty for Stance by Rihanna.” The collaboration was for global initiatives and to make health and education more accessible worldwide.
• Balmain: In 2020, Rihanna collaborated with the Parisian fashion house, Balmain. RiRi modeled for Balmain Spring Ad campaigns.
• Budweiser: In 2013, RiRi collaborated with Budweiser for their “Dreams are Made” commercial.

How Does Rihanna Spend Her Billions?

According to Forbes, Rihanna is the world’s wealthiest female musician. Rihanna, the Caribbean queen spends her Millions in a mix of business ventures, real estate properties, expensive car collections, and luxurious wardrobes and accessories.

The pop star owns multiple properties in Los Angeles and Barbados. Rihanna also owns some of the most expensive cars in the world, from Mercedes SLR McLaren to Lamborghini Aventador. Rihanna spends big on fashion, beauty, and family. According to the Style, RiRi reportedly spends $38,000 a week on beauty alone. Rihanna spends big money on her nights out. As per an article in the South China Morning Post, in 2013, she reportedly spent $8,000 in a single night at a Miami strip club, and $17,000 at a strip club in Houston with Canadian rapper Drake. RiRi also takes care of her family, facilitates business, creates jobs, and helps women and children in need.

How Many Houses Does Rihanna Own?

Rihanna has impeccable properties in Los Angeles and Barbados. She has also rented estates in Manhattan, the Hamptons, and London. Let's have a look at some of the major properties owned by the Caribbean pop star-

• Hollywood Hills mansion: In 2005, Rihanna bought a beautiful mansion valued at $6.9 Million in the coveted area of Beverly Hills in Los Angeles. The mansion was three stories high and has eight bedrooms, ten bathrooms, a pool, a theatre, and a spa. Unfortunately, Rihanna sold the mansion for $5.03 Million due to damages caused by humidity.
• Villa in Barbados: Rihanna bought an enormous villa in her home country, Barbados. The villa is right next to the beach and is valued at $22 Million. The villa is located in One Sandy Lane, part of eight condominiums at the end of the famous Sandy Lane Hotel. This stunning villa features five suite bedrooms, each with its own private terrace and dressing room, along with a spacious swimming pool and a private gym. In 2012, the singer bought her mom a five-bedroom house close to her villa.
• Century City High Rises: Rihanna bought the penthouse for $5.5 Million. The perks of the 42-story luxury condo include a 24-hour valet, a 75-foot pool, and strict anti-paparazzi security. The high-profile neighborhood included Paula Abdul, celebrity chef Nobu Matsuhisa, and the late Friends star Matthew Perry. Rihanna still owns the condo.
• Wilshire Corridor Condo: In 2015, RiRi paid $925,000 for a 2,000-square-foot condo that sits on one of the upper floors of the high-rise. It appears that the pop star still owns the property.

Additionally, Rihanna is known to have rented a 19th-century mansion in the pricey St. John’s Wood district for approximately $25,000 a week. According to the Observer, the singer is also known to have rented a house in Hamptons Getaway for a month during the pandemic for about $415,000 a month. In 2014, after dealing with stalkers at her Pacific Palisades home, RiRi rented a modern mansion, Sunset Strip “Fortress”, designed by the famous architect David Lawrence Gray. RiRi paid $60,000 a month but eventually moved out in 2017.

How Many Cars Does Rihanna Own?

Rihanna owns some of the most expensive cars in the world. Let's have a look at some of the most extraordinary cars the Caribbean pop star has in her car collection-

• Mercedes SLR McLaren Stirling Moss: In 2008, Rihanna bought the car for her then-boyfriend Chris Brown’s 24th birthday. Unfortunately, In 2013, the couple broke up, so RiRi decided to keep the car for herself.
• Lamborghini Aventador: Rihanna has a bright red Lamborghini Aventador in her expensive car collection. The pop star is often seen driving the car on weekends. According to The Sun, the car costs somewhere around $330,000.
• Mercedes Maybach 57S: The “Umbrella” singer has been often spotted driving this Mercedes Maybach 57S. She also celebrated her 24th birthday at Nozomi Restaurant in London while being chauffered in this magnificent beast.
• Porsche 997 Turbo: Rihanna is often spotted in this car. The car was also featured in the music video of her single, “Take a bow.” According to Cartoq, the super-fast car has a price of around $2,16,000.

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What Are Rihanna’s Charitable Contributions?

Besides having a luxurious lifestyle, Rihanna is in charity and philanthropic work. Rihanna once said, “My money is not for me, it’s always the thought that I can help someone else.” Rihanna contributes a significant amount of her wealth to charitable causes. Let's take a look at RiRi's philanthropy and charity works.

• The Believe Foundation: In 2006, shortly after the release of her first album, Rihanna launched the Believe Foundation to help terminally ill children. In 2008, Rihanna worked in designing a clothing line for H&M’s Fashion against AIDS charitable project. The organization helps 10,000 people in need of a bone marrow transplant each year.
• Stand Up to Cancer: In 2008, Rihanna, along with 15 other female artists performed the original song “ Just Stand Up!”. The event helped raise approximately $100 Million.
• The Clara Lionel Foundation: In 2012, Rihanna founded a nonprofit organization, The Clara Lionel Foundation (also known as CLF) in honor of her grandparents. The foundation supports and funds children's education, health, climate change programs, and emergency response programs worldwide. The brand Fenty Beauty also works alongside the Clara Lionel Foundation (CLF). In January 2022, Rihanna pledged $15 Million through the Clara Lionel Foundation to fight against climate change.
• The Diamond Ball: In 2014, Rihanna established the Diamond Ball, an annual event that draws A-list celebrities and encourages charitable donations. By 2017, the event had raised over $5 Million. In addition to fundraising, Rihanna uses the ball to raise awareness about important global issues and to highlight the reasons for supporting these causes.
• COVID-19 relief funds: In March 2020, Rihanna donated $5 Million to COVID-19 relief funds to the State of New York. Rihanna also donated ventilators worth $700,000 to her home country Barbados. Rihanna also donated $2.1 Million to individuals and children suffering from domestic violence during the lockdown.
• Donation to Hurricane victims: In 2012, Rihanna made a relief fund donation of $100,000 to the food bank for victims of Hurricane Sandy. She has also donated 1,000 sleeping bags.
• Donation of Medical Equipment: In 2012, Rihanna purchased advanced radiotherapy medical equipment to be installed at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Bridgetown, Barbados. The center was later renamed the Clara Braithwaite Center for Oncology and Nuclear Medicine in memory of her late grandmother. Rihanna has made various significant contributions to her home country, earning her the nickname "The Angel of Barbados.”

What’s Next For Rihanna?

According to The Sun, Rihanna's ninth album is soon to be released after almost a decade. At the launch party of Fenty Hair, Rihanna confirmed that she is working on the highly anticipated album “R9”.

Rihanna is also rumored to be set on a huge world tour throughout 2025 in the works with Live Nation. Along with music, Rihanna has been focusing on her business ventures- Fenty Beauty and Savage X Fenty. RiRi's fans eagerly await further updates on Rihanna’s musical journey and business ventures.

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