Jay-Z — Roc Nation, D'Usse, Tidal & Beyond

Forbes declared Jay-Z hip-hop's first billionaire in 2019. His portfolio reads like a private equity fund: Roc Nation (sports + entertainment management representing Rihanna, Kevin Durant, and others), Armand de Brignac champagne (sold 50% to LVMH for $300 million), D'Usse cognac ($100+ million annual revenue), a $75 million stake in Uber pre-IPO, and co-ownership of the Brooklyn Nets. His 14 Grammys are impressive. His $2.5 billion net worth is built on everything except the music.