Oprah Winfrey | Talk Show Host and Media Mogul | $3.5 Billion
If you’re looking for motivation to work harder to reach your dreams, look no further than Oprah Winfrey. From television host, she has managed to build a highly successful and lucrative media empire. Reports show that the media mogul earns $315 million annually for her talk show. She also earns credits for her diverse ventures, such as in TV shows, magazines, books, and even movie productions.
Currently, Winfrey holds the distinction of being the first colored female billionaire in America. She is also the third richest celebrity on the planet—quite the recognition, but she truly deserves it. After all, the host literally worked her way up, from rags to riches. For years, she has been dubbed as the Queen of All Media, and has earned such a great pull of followers and fan base all through the 25 years as the host of The Oprah Winfrey Show. She also won awards for her phenomenal media presence and influence.