PAUL MCCARTNEY – $1.2 billion  –  MPL Communications

English singer-songwriter and record and film producer Sir James Paul McCartney is widely known for being the bassist and co-lead vocalist of the Beatles. Together with the band, they became one of the most successful acts of all time. After the Beatles disbanded back in 1970, McCartney pursued a solo career and formed the band Wings together with his first wife, Linda, and Denny Laine.

His net worth of $1.2 billion makes him one of the richest musicians in the world. He is far from needing personal loans or going bankrupt. During his tours, he easily earns $50 million to $70 million. He is also the owner of MPL Communications, which is an umbrella company for McCartney’s business interests. His company has access to more than 25,000 copyrights, including the rights to the musicals Annie, Grease, A Chorus Line, and Guys and Dolls.