Who Are the Top 10 Highest-Earning Celebrities of the Year?

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The discussion centers around the highest-earning celebrities in the U.S., with George Lucas leading at $200 million, followed by Oprah Winfrey and Steven Spielberg. Participants express surprise at the wealth of figures like Stephen King and Michael Schumacher, with some confusion about Schumacher's nationality and the term "miljoen" which is Dutch for "million." The conversation shifts to the disparity in earnings between entertainers and those in more traditional professions, with comments on the role of technology in Formula 1 racing and the physical demands of the sport. The topic of wealth distribution raises questions about societal values, with some participants noting the lack of physicists or other professionals in the top earners list. The dialogue also touches on the perception of wealth and the impact of endorsements on earnings, particularly in sports and entertainment.
  • #31
!? why is everyone against top 10s ??
 
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  • #32
Originally posted by Monique
!? why is everyone against top 10s ??

...because we aren't in them!
 
  • #33
Originally posted by Adrian Baker
...because we aren't in them!
Aren't you? I am in my own top 10 :wink:
 
  • #34
You are in my top 10 too Monique!:wink:
 
  • #35
I'm flabbergasted, Scrooge McDuck didn't make the list.
 
  • #36
Originally posted by Adrian Baker
You are in my top 10 too Monique!:wink:
You just made no. 1