Diana Ross – $41.67 million per year
Diana Ross has come a long way in her career as a singer. The legendary singer was the former vocalist for The Supremes before Motown released her solo album Reach Out and Touch. She ended up becoming one of Motown’s most bankable singers, thanks to her superb vocals and irresistible charisma on stage. Capturing local and international audiences alike, Ross was able to produce millions from her concerts and albums, with a reported annual salary of $41.67 million.
Her net worth of $250 million also speaks volumes about her current financial status. The Michigan-born singer earned her title of being one of the highest-paid singers in the world, giving her more opportunities even beyond the concert stage. At 76, she has smart stock investments and real estate properties, on top of a long list of endorsement deals and franchise ownerships.