The richest dead celebrity - 2013

Forbes on Wednesday presented the annual ranking of the richest dead celebrities. He topped the list of "King of Pop" Michael Jackson - in the reporting period from June 2012 to June 2013 the Executive would have earned $ 160 million For comparison, the leader in revenue in the rating of "live" stars -. Singer Madonna - in the same period received only $ 125 million.

To assess the income of the deceased celebrities Forbes calculates the total deductions from the creative heritage of the rating participants, as well as the value of their financial and physical assets. Read more about the richest deceased stars - 2013 read on.

1. Michael Jackson

Revenue: $ 160 million

Who: Singer

Date of Death: June 25, 2009

Age at death: 50 years old

Cause of death: an overdose of drugs

The main income of the heirs of the "King of Pop" is obtained from the two shows of the famous troupe Cirque du Soleil - Immortal Tour, based on the work of Jackson, last year generated $ 300 million in revenue, and in May, inspired by the success Canadians have created a new concept One. The culmination of the statement was the appearance of the singer's hologram in the final show. Jackson also left behind the right to 50% of income from Sony / ATV music catalog, which includes hits of The Beatles, Lady Gaga and Taylor Swift.

2. Elvis Presley

Revenue: $ 55 million

Who: singer, actor

Date of Death: August 16, 1977

Age at death: 42

Cause of death: heart attack

"The King of Rock and Roll" though inferior in terms of income, "King of Pop", but retains a high position in the rankings. Income heirs Presley consists of mass pilgrimage of fans in Graceland and deductions from the transaction for the purchase of fund Apollo Global Management billionaire Leon Black's company CKX - partner of American Idol, as well as the property of Elvis Presley and Muhammad Ali in 2011. Apollo for these assets to pay $ 509 million.

3. Charles M. Schulz

Revenue: $ 37 million

Who: cartoonist

Date of Death: February 12, 2000

Age at death: 77

Cause of death: cancer

Heirs cartoonist and after 13 years since the death Schulze receive income from a legendary artist of comics have been translated into 21 languages and published in 75 countries. Revenues brings partnership with Iconix Brand Group, which acquired 80% of the rights to the characters Schultz. The film company Fox proanonsiroval start work on 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: cardiac arrest

The leader of last rankings sharply reduced income from last year's $ 185 million, generated through the sale of things sverhuspeshnyh late film star at Christie's auction. Sales of corporate fragrance Taylor White Diamonds in the US 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 has been a consistent critic of capitalism. However, after the death of Marley's name is inevitably transformed into a profitable brand. Over the past two decades, it sold 75 million copies of the albums of the singer and his heirs receive payments from issuance of branded beverages 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 heritage of the legendary actress folds due to not falling interest of advertisers to the iconic image. Monroe recently appeared in Sexy Hair, Macy's advertising campaign is selling a line of clothing Monroe, but the actress has become the new face of Chanel №5 flavor.

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 more than 63 million copies of the records. Lennon also heirs receive contributions 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

Monblanc company produces a limited series of watches Einstein at $ 3,000 apiece. Name Einstein particularly fond of producers of "smart" products - scientific equipment, tablet PCs, 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 USA. In New York, Las Vegas and even Portland operate personal boutiques Page, where fans of the actress can copy the style idol.

10. Theodore Geisel

Revenue: $ 9,000,000

Who: The Writer

Date of Death: September 24, 1991

Age at death: 87

Cause of death by natural causes

Theodor Geisel - or rather, his Dr. Seuss - goes 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 full-length cartoon "The Lorax" has brought $ 349 million. Soon Hollywood version will acquire two more works Geisel.

11. Steve McQueen

Revenue: $ 9,000,000

Who: Actor

Date of Death: November 30, 1980

Age at death: 50

Cause of death: complications after surgery

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