The Lucas Family – $5.5B
George Lucas is often dubbed as the richest celebrity of all time and he started making a small fortune after the unexpected success of his follow-up to American Graffiti, Star Wars. However, he hit the big time when he pioneered the movie’s special effects – thereby owning the technology. Star Wars’ success – coupled with a really smart contract granting Lucas complete franchise rights – led him to start different successful film companies, such as THX, which changed sound technology radically, and LucasFilm, which has produced numerous hit films. His other companies include the video game publisher LucasArts; Skywalker Sound, which revolutionized mixing and recording audio; and the film visual effects company Industrial Light & Magic.
The Lucas Family – $5.5B
The Jordan Family – $1.9B
Michael Jordan, shot to global fame as Number 23, the star of the NBA team Chicago Bulls. He has since transitioned into several successful ventures, such as a brief acting career (we’re referring to Space Jam), major endorsements for Hanes and Nike, and of course, his line of sports shoes, Air Jordan. He and his family now have a fortune of almost $2 billion, largely due to his investment in the Charlotte Hornets. The team may not be nearly as successful as Jordan on the court, but being a majority owner still means millions for the superstar player.
The Jordan Family – $1.9B