Forbes names Justin Bieber third most powerful celebrity
Posted May 16, 2012 4:33 pm.
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Forbes magazine has named Justin Bieber the third most powerful celebrity, based on his income and fame.
The 18-year-old made $55-million in 2011 and has sold 15 million albums since his debut in 2009.
He told Forbes that he talks to his business manager and lawyer each week so he is always learning something about his business and what he needs to know for his career.
It is not just his music that earned the Stratford native one of the top spots on the list. Bieber’s new perfume had record sales last year, earning $3-million in the first three weeks after launch.
Jennifer Lopez took first place on Forbes’ list with $52-million in earnings while Oprah came in second.
Here is Forbes’ complete list:
- Jennifer Lopez
- Oprah Winfrey
- Justin Bieber
- Rihanna
- Lady Gaga
- Britney Spears
- Kim Kardashian
- Katy Perry
- Tom Cruise
- Steven Spielberg
- Taylor Swift
- Tiger Woods
- Angelina Jolie
- Donald Trump
- Lebron James
- Beyonce Knowles
- Elton John
- Simon Cowell
- Rush Limbaugh
- Tyler Perry
- Paul McCartney
- Jennifer Aniston
- Glenn Beck
- Adele
