LITTLE RICHARD – EST. $40 MILLION

A renowned musician, singer, and songwriter, Little Richard was born in Macon, Georgia. He started to play the piano in 1950. Richard rose to prominence as an acclaimed pianist behind the hit songs, Tutti Frutti and Good Golly Miss Molly, among others. His songs carried his iconic shrieks and trademark piano verses. Richard had managed to amass a net worth of $40 million for himself.

He got credit for being the pioneer of the early rock and roll movement. Aside from making music, Richard also appeared in several movies, like Don’t Knock the Rock, The Girl Can’t Help It, and Mister Rock and Roll. However, in the late 1950s, he focused on making gospel music instead. But with his love for rock and roll, he returned to do this genre again. With his outstanding contributions to the music scene, Richard received numerous accolades and recognition.