The Richest Dead Celebrities
Forbes on Wednesday presented the annual ranking of the richest dead celebrities.Topped the list of "King of Pop" Michael Jackson - in the period from June 2012 till June 2013 the Executive would have earned $ 160 millionFor comparison , a leader in the income ranking of " real" stars - singer Madonna - over the same period, received a total of $ 125 million

 1. Michael Jackson 
Revenue: $ 160 million            Who: singerDate of death : June 25, 2009                  Age at death : 50 yearsCause of death: an overdose of drugs
The main income of the heirs of the "King of Pop " is produced from the two shows of the famous troupe Cirque du Soleil - Tour Immortal, based on the work of Jackson , since last year generated $ 300 million of revenue, and in May, inspired by the success Canadians have created a new concept One. The culmination of the performances was the appearance of a hologram of the singer in the final show. Jackson also left behind a right to 50 % of revenue from music catalog Sony / ATV, which includes hits of The Beatles, Lady Gaga and Taylor Swift.

 


2 . Elvis Presley
Revenue: $ 55 million                  Who: singer , actorDate of Death: August 16, 1977      Age at death : 42Cause of death: heart attack
" The King of Rock 'n' Roll " though inferior in terms of income , " King of Pop ", but retains top position in the ranking. Income heirs Presley consists of mass pilgrimage of fans in Graceland and deductions from the deal to buy the fund Apollo Global Management billionaire Leon Black of CKX - partner American Idol, as well as the property of Elvis Presley and Muhammad Ali in 2011 . For these assets Apollo posted $ 509 million
 
 3 . Charles Monroe Schulz
Revenue: $ 37 million                     Who: cartoonist
Date of Death: February 12, 2000     Age at death: 77
Cause of death: cancer

Heirs cartoonist and 13 years since the death of Schulz receive income from the legendary comic book artist, translated into 21 languages ​​and published in 75 countries. Revenues brings a partnership with Iconic Brand Group, which acquired 80% of the rights to the characters Schultz. Fox Film Company proanonsiroval beginning of the film in his comics.

 


4. Elizabeth Taylor
Revenue: $ 25 million                      Who: actress
Date of death: March 23, 2011             Age at death: 79
Cause of death: heart failure

The leader of the previous rating sharply reduced revenues from last year's $ 185 million raised through the sale of things sverhuspeshnyh late film star at auction Christie's. Sales of branded fragrance Taylor White Diamonds in the U.S. alone in 2012 amounted to $ 35 million

 

 5. Bob Marley
Revenue: $ 18 million                       Who: singer
Date of death: May 11, 1981                    Age at death: 36
Cause of death: cancer

The legend of reggae music during his lifetime was a consistent critic of capitalism. However, after the death of Marley's name inevitably turned into a profitable brand. Over the past two decades, sold 75 million copies of the album of the singer and his heirs receive royalties from the production of branded drinks Marley Beverage and lifestyle products House of Marley.

 


6. Marilyn Monroe
Revenue: $ 15 million                           Who: actress
Date of Death: August 5, 1962                  Age at death: 36
Cause of death: an overdose of drugs

Commercial legacy of the legendary actress is not formed due to falling interest advertisers to the iconic image. Monroe recently appeared in an advertising campaign Sexy Hair, Macy's sells a line of clothing Monroe, and the actress has become the new face of fragrance Chanel № 5.

 


7. John Lennon
Revenue: $ 12 million                  Who: singer
Date of Death: December 8, 1980              Age at death: 40                
Cause of death: murder

Albums The Beatles - still running goods. Since 1992, only in the United States has sold over 63 million copies of the records. Lennon also heirs receive royalties from the Cirque du Soleil show based on the creativity of the Fab Four - Love!

 
 8. Albert Einstein
Revenue: $ 10 million                  Who: scientist
Date of death: April 18, 1955               Age at death: 76
Cause of death by natural causes

The company produces a limited edition Monblanc hours Einstein for $ 3,000 apiece. Einstein's name manufacturers are particularly fond of "smart" products - scientific equipment, tablet computers, etc.
 

 9. Bettie Page
Revenue: $ 10 million                    Who: actress
Date of Death: December 11, 2008          Age at death: 85
Cause of death by natural causes

Pin-up star has a cult status in the U.S.. In New York, Las Vegas and Portland work even personal boutiques Page, where fans of the actress can copy a style idol.

 


10. Theodore Geisel
Income: $ 9,000,000                    Who: writer
Date of Death: September 24, 1991          Age at death: 87
Cause of death by natural causes

Theodore Geisel - or rather, his Dr. Seuss - do not go out of fashion, and millions of children around the world are learning to read in his books like One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish. Released last year on the screens of the animated feature "The Lorax" brought $ 349 million Hollywood version soon will acquire two more works of Geisel.

 


11. Steve McQueen
Income: $ 9,000,000              Who: actor
Date of Death: November 30, 1980    Age at death: 50
Cause of death: complications after surgery

McQueen's appearance symbolizes the "coolness" and later, in '33, after the death of the actor. Limited batch of Steve McQueen Triumph motorcycles sold for $ 10,000 apiece. A brand Tommy Hilfiger and Persol still use the aura of the actor in its advertising, as well as a watch brand Tag Heuer.

 
 12. Bruce Lee
Income: $ 7,000,000                  Who: fighter, actor
Date of death: July 20, 1973          Age at death: 32
Cause of death: cerebral edema

The image of the iconic fighter in his campaign, Keep Walking involves brand Johny Walker.

 


13. Jenny Rivera
Income: $ 7,000,000                 Who: singer
Date of Death: December 9, 2012      Age at death: 43
Cause of Death: plane crash

Mexican star crashed in a plane crash in December 2012. Since then, it sold out in a record number of
880 000.

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