Rihanna has been named the richest female musical artist by Forbes, with an impressive net worth of $600 million. This remarkable fortune surpasses that of other prominent artists such as Madonna, Beyoncé, and Celine Dion.

At 31, Rihanna’s wealth exceeds that of Madonna, who holds second place with $570 million. Céline Dion is in third place with $450 million, while Beyoncé rounds out the top four with $400 million.

A significant portion of Rihanna’s wealth comes from her ventures outside of music. Her collaboration with the French luxury conglomerate LVMH has been particularly lucrative. Rihanna’s Fenty Beauty line, launched two years ago, quickly became a major success, with initial sales surpassing $100 million within weeks. Additionally, her lingerie line, Savage X Fenty, has also contributed substantially to her net worth.

Rihanna has emphasized that her business ventures are driven more by her passions than by financial gain. In an interview with T, The New York Times Style Magazine, she expressed that while financial success is a pleasant outcome, her primary motivation is her love for her work. “Money is happening along the way, but I’m working out of what I love to do, what I’m passionate about,” she stated.

She also highlighted that her financial success has allowed her to focus on helping others. “The money means that I can take care of my family and facilitate the businesses that I want to,” she explained. “I can create jobs for other people. My money is not for me; it’s always the thought that I can help someone else or, in the future, for if I have kids.”

Rihanna’s approach to her wealth underscores her commitment to using her success to positively impact those around her, rather than being solely driven by financial considerations. Her achievements reflect not only her prowess as an artist but also her entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to making a difference.