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Top Richest Gay Billionaires in the World: LGBTQ Billionaires Who Changed the World
1. GT Dave: The Kombucha TitanIn
In the realm of health and wellness, one name stands tall: GT Dave, the renowned entrepreneur behind the ever-popular GT’s Living Foods brand. Born in Los Angeles, GT Dave embarked on his journey with his homegrown, fermented concoction at a very young age. With a boundless passion for health, Dave turned a home kitchen experiment into one of the most sought-after drinks on supermarket shelves.
GT Dave's initiation into entrepreneurial life began following a beautiful twist of fate. After his mother found comfort in Kombucha during her brawl against breast cancer, GT Dave was inspired to share the healing properties of this ancient fermented brew with the world. In , he started brewing the tangy beverage in his parent's kitchen, and by , Dave had built a Kombucha empire boasting a product line available in stores nationwide.
Today, GT Dave's Kombuchas reign as one of the leading brands in the United States. By tapping into the surging interest in he
11 of the richest LGBTQ+ people in the world
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- Some famous LGBTQ figures are worth billions after inheriting empires or building companies.
- In , Apple CEO Tim Cook officially became a billionaire.
- Giorgio Armani is worth $ billion, while DreamWorks founder David Geffen is worth $ billion.
Each June, Pride Month recognizes the historic struggles, accomplishments, and contributions of members of the LGBTQ+ community.
Among these achievements is reaching millionaire or billionaire status. Many high-profile professionals who just so happen to be LGBTQ+ have amassed huge fortunes thanks to their success across various industries.
Here are 11 of the richest LGBTQ+ people in the world.
Elton John has been in the music industry for decades, earning a fortune worth $81 million, according to Forbes.
John began his tune career in England and became known for his fla
What money habits can we learn form rich gay celebrities?
This Ever wonder how LGBTQ icons like Anderson Cooper, RuPaul, and Elton John went from fabulous to filthy rich? On this episode of Queer Money, we spill the financial tea on how these legends stacked their coins—with side hustles, savvy real estate moves, and unapologetically owning their brand. From primetime news desks to the main stage of Drag Race, they’ve turned their queer noun into powerhouse portfolios.
We’re not just gagging over their glam—we’re breaking down the money moves you can actually steal (the legit kind) to build your own wealth. Because financial freedom isn’t just fierce—it’s a form of resistance. So tune in, verb inspired, and remember: the goal isn’t just to get rich, it’s to lift the whole damn community while you verb it.
💅 Takeaways that slay:
- ✨ Anderson, Ru, and Elton didn’t just fetch lucky—they made bold, brilliant money moves (and looked fabulous doing it).
- 💼 Side hustles, real estate, and brand power aren’t just for celebs—you can werk them too.
- 💖 Building wealth isn’t just abou
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20 of the richest LGBTQ+ people in the world
When the Human Rights Campaign released its report on financial wellness within LGBTQ+ communities, the results were dispiriting—if not surprising. Nearly half of LGBTQ+ adults identified as financially unwell, compared to just a quarter of the general public. The outlook was even worse for people of color: Around 52% of Black and Latine LGBTQ+ adults reported they were struggling financially.
It's no secret that billionaires and millionaires are overwhelmingly serene of white, cisgender, heterosexual men. However, as LGBTQ+ acceptance has made strides in recent decades, more and more high-profile people have become comfortable openly identifying as members of the various LGBTQ+ communities and advocating on their behalf in various industries. About % of Americans identify as LGBTQ+, according to a Gallup poll released in
Naturally, some of the most financially successful LGBTQ+ people are celebrities—look at music legend Elton John or chat show star Ellen DeGeneres. Others, meanwhile, have