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Madonna's Cash Facts: How Money Are You?
Madonna's career has powerfully withstood the test of time, and she's made the most of her long, ever-changing act. She was a self-starter who made a name for herself by working hard, using her incredible business instincts, and of course throwing in some shock tactics here and there to stir the publicity pot.
In honor of Madonna's 50th birthday today, let's see how her talents and endorsement endeavors have paid off.
Madonna Is Number One Cash Queen
Forbes, the maker of all lists that say cha-ching, just came out with its very first Cash Queens of Music list ranking female musicians earning major moolah. Madonna's blowout Confessions tour and biz savvy landed her the spot as number one Queen Bee. While Forbes is calling Madonna the Material Mom, she'll always be the Material Girl to me.
Forbes Names Savviest Celebs of '07
What does savvy mean to Forbes? Oh, just multimillion dollar deals with stakes in big-name companies, self-named and designed clothing lines, and fragrances named after yourself with all advertising starring, of course, you.
Bottom line, these celebs are maxing out their potential by taking advantage of lucrative business deals.
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How Money Are You: Celebrity Entrepreneurs
Most celebrities, as we know them, have earned fame in entertainment. Celebs like Jennifer Lopez, Madonna, and Gwen Stefani have tried their hands in everything from restaurants to fragrance and clothing lines. Let's take a peek at the extra-curricular entrepreneurial gigs of some famous folks who somehow find the time for various pet business projects.
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