Michael Jackson is the highest-paid dead celebrity of 2018 and 2019
Updated | By Scenic Drive with Rian
Legendary singer and songwriter Michael Jackson was named the highest-paid dead celebrity of 2018 and 2019 - but the singer died in debt.
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The iconic 'King Of Pop' was named the highest-paid celebrity of 2018 and 2019 - even though he is not alive.
The 'Thriller' singer took in over $2.1-billion - up from $1.8-billion a year ago.
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Forbes reports the performer's estate has made millions more since his death - both from auctions of his collections and memorabilia and from music that's still being played and marketed today.
With a zoo on his property, a theme-park, train station and arcade - Jackson is still making millions.
One of his well-known purchases was a pet monkey named Bubbles.
Jackson was also known for gifting celebrities with expensive gifts like jewellery.
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