What is George Lucas Worth?

We all know the cultural phenomenon that is Star Wars and after you watch any of these movies or see people standing in line to see one of the movies you have to wonder how much the man who is behind all of this art is actually worth. There is no doubt that George Lucas makes more than most people could ever dream of, in fact he probably makes 100 times more than most of us would ever need. Want an exact number? George Lucas is said to be worth an astonishing $3.5 billion dollars! In fact, George Lucas is said to be the highest paid individual in the entertainment business ever.

Where Did He Get All His Money?

Of course, a lot of the money that Lucas has came from his Star Wars Trilogy but Lucas has been able to create some other really great movies such as American Graffiti More American Graffiti, Body Heat, Raders of the Lost Ark, and The Star Wars Holiday Special. In addition Lucas has appeared in many movies and television shows. Working as a director and an expert in animation Lucas is considered one of the best writers, producers, and directors of all time and has been paid accordingly.

What Does He Do With his Unmatched Fortune?

George Lucas lives a very private life and he isn’t too upfront about what he does in his personal time. It is known that he has spent at least $50 million building one of his homes, which is Skywalker Ranch. This is a large ranch style home that does not just have family quarters but also has large acreage including water and even a sound studio where Lucas can work on whatever movie he is creating at the time. Many fans of the Star Wars movies as well as other works have been able to tour portions of the ranch.

Lucas has also done some very respectable things with his money, such as adopt three children in addition to his one biological daughter. Lucas also is known to donate a lot of his time, appearance, name, and money to several different organizations to help the needy as well as up and coming students who are following the same path that Lucas traveled in becoming the film genius that he is known as today.

26. Grey’s Anatomy Cast – $33 Million

27. David Beckham – $33 Million

28. Kobe Bryant – $33 Million

29. 50 Cent – $33 Million

30. Rush Limbaugh – $33 Million

31. Gisele Bundchen – $33 Million

32. Donald Trump – $32 Million

33. Shaquille O’Neal – $32 Million

34. Jay Leno – $32 Million

35. J.K. Rowling – $32 Million

36. Tom Cruise – $31 Million

37. Ronaldinho – $31 Million

38. Michael Jordan – $31 Million

39.  Will Smith – $31 Million

40. U2 – $30 Million

41. Dr. Phil McGraw – $30 Million

42. Adam Sandler – $30 Million

43. Valentino Rossi – $30 Million

44. Judge Judy Sheindlin – $30 Million

45. Anthony Robbins – $30 Million

46. Alex Rodriguez – $29 Million

47. Roger Federer – $29 Million

48. Nicole Kidman – $28 Million

49. Derek Jeter – $28 Million

50. LeBron James – $27 Million

Here are the rankings of the top 100 celebrities and their annual salaries.

1. Opray Winfrey – $260 million
2. Jerry Bruckheimer – $120 million
3. Steven Spielberg – $110 million
4. Tiger Woods – $100 million
5. Johnny Depp – $92 million
6. Rolling Stones – $88 million
7. Jay-Z – $83 million
8. Tom Hanks – $74 million
9. Madonna – $72 million
10. Howard Stern – $70 million
11. Brian Grazer/Ron Howard – $70 million
12. Bon Jovi – $67 million
13. Jerry Seinfeld – $60 million
14. Elton John – $53 million
15. Celine Dion – $45 million
16. Simon Cowell – $45 million
17. Oscar De La Hoya – $43 million
18. Phil Mickelson – $42 million
19. David Letterman – $40 million
20. Kimi Raikkonen – $40 million
21. Ben Stiller – $38 million
22. Tim McGraw – $37 million
23. Gore Verbinski – $37 million
24. Michael Schumacher – $36 million
25. Brad Pitt – $35 million

Celebrity 100 will be continued.

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Author JK Rowling said, “It would feel wrong to create another fantasy universe in her future literary works.”

The incredibly successful billionaire has been at the center of attention since the final book,, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, in her series was published.

J.K. Rowling had made known, before the publication of the latest book, that she felt it would not be fair to continue following the doings of the magical world she created. She has confirmed this notion in an interview with the USA Today newspaper.

J.K. Rowling said, “I think that there will be some disappointment if I don’t write another fantasy. But I must admit, I think I’ve done my fantasy. To go and create another fantasy universe would feel wrong, and I don’t know if I’m capable of it.”

However, J.K. Rowling explained she is already at work on two new projects, one for children and one for adults. Many had thought she might find it difficult to come up with new material after the Potter tale came to an end. J.K. Rowling believes such anxieties are now firmly behind her.

She adds, “What’s quite uplifting is that in the middle of all this sadness I feel about Harry ending – and I do feel a lot of sadness about it – is the thought that financially I don’t have to publish immediately.”

“So I can take my time. And the idea of just wandering off to a cafe with a notebook and writing and seeing where that takes me for awhile is just bliss. Heaven. No pressure.”

I think J.K. Rowling will continue to write spectacular books for many years to come. She is gifted with an incredible imagination that few writers possess. She is a true blessing to the world’s children.