Published 15:31 IST, June 4th 2020

Rihanna becomes world's richest female singer; beats Madonna, Céline Dion & many others

Reportedly, singer-songwriter Rihanna has topped the list of world's richest female singers beating Taylor Swift, Adele & many others, according to Forbes.

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Reportedly, Forbes featured Barbian singer-songwriter, Rihanna, on first spot for ir world's top 10 richest female singers in 2020 edition of 'Self-Me Women'. Rihanna has grabbed  first spot with a huge amount of $600M. list also includes popular global names such as Taylor Swift, Jennifer Lopez, Monna and many ors. Scroll down to check out list. 

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Rihanna and or world's richest female singers

Rihanna, who marked her debut in music industry in 2005, became a pop icon and an influential recording artist. Later in 2006, she dipped her toes in acting also. In 2010, 32-year-old singer-actor ventured into business and launched her first fragrance line Reb'l Fleur. Reportedly, her success in music industry and Reb'l fleur saw her net worth rise to $160 million.

Apart from this, she also launched a cosmetic brand Fenty Beauty in year 2018. And it is reported that within first week of its launch, brand collected approximately $100 million. According to Forbes list, as of June 6, 2019, her net worth is ₹600 million. Her earnings come from her work in music industry, endorsements, acting career, Fenty Beauty and Fenty Lingerie.

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Rihanna has left behind a few wealthy and famous musicians such as Monna ($570 million), Céline Dion ($450 million) and Beyoncé ($400 million). Barbra Streisand, Jennifer Lopez, Taylor Swift, Mariah Carey, Ly Gaga and Britney Spears have also grabbed a spot in list.

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Rihanna's or achievements

Apart from Forbes, a couple of months back, she received  President’s Award at NAACP Awards, which is recognised in special achievement and distinguished public service. Reportedly, President and CEO of NAACP Derrick Johnson talked about Rihanna as a recipient of award. In his statement, Derrick said that Rihanna has t only enjoyed a ground-breaking career as an artist and a musician but has also distinguished herself as a stellar public servant. He furr ded that from Rihanna’s business achievements through her cosmetic line Fenty to her tremendous record as an activist and philanthropist, she epitomises of character, grace, and devotion to justice that NAACP seeks in President’s Award recipient.

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15:31 IST, June 4th 2020