7 companies owned by America’s seventh-richest Black woman, Emma Grede
In the world of fashion and business, Grede stands as an inspiration and a testament to vision, determination, and innovation.
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5 companies owned by Nicky Minaj
Minaj is among the best-selling artists, selling over 100 million records globally. She’s the leading female rapper of the 2010s and one of the all-time greats.
7 companies owned by Usher
Billionaires.Africa has tracked Usher Raymond IV’s business ventures, revealing his ownership in seven companies.
10 companies owned by world’s first Black billionaire, Robert L. Johnson
In 2001, Johnson made history by selling BET to Viacom for an astonishing $3 billion, making him the first Black billionaire.
Alicia Boler Davis: African-American engineer serving on JPMorgan’s board
Davis’ influence extends far beyond her corporate achievements; she is a tireless champion for women in the automotive industry.
Former director pleads guilty to embezzling $2.2 million from 50 Cent’s company
The embezzlement scheme dates back over two years, coinciding with 50 Cent’s purchase of $14.8 million worth of champagne and cognac from two French distilleries.
Kanye West didn’t mean antisemitic comments, says Adidas CEO Bjorn Gulden
Last year, Adidas ended its lucrative collaboration with West following a series of offensive and antisemitic comments.
5 companies owned by Chris Brown
Brown is more than an entertainer; he’s an industry icon. Billionaires.Africa has identified five companies owned by the music superstar.
5 companies owned by Morgan Freeman
Billionaires.Africa highlights five companies under Morgan Freeman’s ownership, cementing his status as an entertainment and business titan.
7 assets owned by Kevin Durant
Durant is one of the world’s highest-paid athletes, with lucrative endorsements from big names like Gatorade, Degree, and a recent lifetime sneaker deal with Nike.
Firm led by America’s richest Black man set to reap billions from Stats Perform sale
Under Smith, Vista Equity has realized remarkable gains, totaling a substantial $14.3 billion through monetization activities since 2021.
7 companies owned by Rihanna
Billionaires.Africa has identified and cataloged several companies and holdings owned by Rihanna.
Coco Gauff surpasses $11.1 million in career earnings five years after turning pro
Gauff, who made her professional debut at the tender age of 15, has set records and rewritten the narrative of success in the sport.
7 companies owned by Tyler Perry
Perry, the African-American filmmaker and billionaire mogul, is a towering figure in the global entertainment scene.
Coco Gauff takes home over $5 million in earnings from 2023 U.S. Open
With her recent earnings, Gauff not only stands as the face of women’s tennis but also solidifies her status as one of the world’s highest-earning athletes.
19-year-old star Coco Gauff wins first Grand Slam title, raking in $3-million prize
Gauff is set to cement her position again as one of the world’s highest-paid tennis players and top-earning individuals.