The most powerful and famous couples
If separately they are rich and famous, when they decide to unite celebrity, fortune and talent they become unstoppable in an industry in which the key to the game is always to have dominance.
They have not only joined their lives, but also their skills and assets; They are usually partners, investors, publicists and even stylists of each other. What's more: it is not uncommon for their success to be precisely due to the fact that they are a couple, and it is that celebrities always know how to take advantage of their relationships, especially love ones, with the aim of obtaining power: the best roles, advantageous contracts, funding to produce movies, do business beyond film, and in some cases even influence politics, as Susan Sarandon and Tim Robbins did when they were married.
The benefits of a stellar marriage
In order to better understand the supremacy of a Hollywood duo, let's take the example of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt. When they announced their separation, they not only put an end to one of the most mediatic, commented and envied unions, but also to one of the most powerful links in the industry. Let's not forget that Brad owns Plan B Entertainment, the production company behind films like Selma or Moonlight; and that the actress also has a company that creates movies, Jolie Pas; In addition, she has been an executive producer of hits like Maleficent, of which she is already preparing the second part and, as if that were not enough, she has become a respected director. In other words, both had in their hands the winning formula in the land of dreams: the perfect business, fame (which translates into connections) and, what's more, even Oscars! In their case, all of the above earned them a fortune of around 500 million dollars (some say that the figure was higher).
However, the dream is over and now that Jolie and Pitt have divorced, several pairs are competing for the coveted title of "the most powerful couple in the star system." Which of this ranking will manage to rise?
The Midas touch
Beyoncé and Jay-Z
She has been included in Time magazine's "100 Most Influential People in the World" list; he has sold nearly 75 million albums. And according to this publication, between the two of them they have a fortune of 1,255 billion dollars, so no one is surprised that in the song "Boss", from the album Everything is Love, Beyoncé sings: "My great-great-grandchildren are already rich ..." . Their talent lies in the fact that everything they touch they turn into gold, including their love crises: the highly successful albums Lemonade, by the interpreter, one of the best-selling in history, and 4:44, by the rapper, are the result of infidelities by Jay-Z. They are so influential that last year the Louvre in Paris lent them their rooms to record the video for “Apeshit”.
The media
Kim Kardashian and Kanye West
And to think that it all started with a sex tape, then a reality show and, today, Kim is a businesswoman, TV personality and millionaire. For her part, Kanye is among the Top 10 artists who have sold the most digital downloads of all time. In other words, he also contributed his millions to the relationship; But in this case, each has influenced the other: Kim has taught him to take advantage of the enormous media coverage they have. He? Designer and lover of fashion, he has polished the image of his wife, turning her into a reference. They have joked that Kim will seek the presidency of her country, but, with so much dominance, who knows if she could achieve it.
Philanthropists
Amal and George Clooney
In the past year, the most sought-after ex-bachelor put just over $ 200 million into his bank account without taking action: most of his earnings came from the sale of his Casamigos brand of tequila, while his wife Amal did not. It was enough for her to be a prominent lawyer and she has become an icon of style. In fact, only the most privileged, such as the Dukes of Sussex, Harry and Meghan, can boast of having been invited to spend a few days at the couple's villa on Lake Como.
Well, this duo decided to take advantage of their position to defend human rights and created the Clooney Foundation for Justice, which works on justice, education and refugee issues, and it is that a call to their rich and famous friends is enough to raise funds for their cause.
The coolest
Victoria and David Beckham
His power is felt in Hollywood, but also in England, Japan and Brazil, since both are known worldwide and have known how to take advantage of their fame: she made him one of the first metrosexuals, which is why many firms look for him as an image ; For her part, Victoria is a designer and does not need to tour with the Spice Girls, at least for now, as her clothing firm reported significant losses in 2018, which could end a decade's work. For now, the former popstar is betting on becoming an influencer through her own YouTube channel, while David is dedicated to his soccer team in Miami.
Dominant on two courts
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban
Of them, first it must be said that their fortune is estimated at just over 300 million dollars, but also their influence occurs in two areas: cinema and music. Nicole, who is considered "royalty in the star system", has been revealed as an intelligent producer and her successful series Big Little Lies is the proof, in addition to continuing to show her good nose when choosing roles, as she did when he agreed to be part of the blockbuster Aquaman. Keith, meanwhile, is a country music star and a big name on the Nashville scene. But together they are excellent investors in the real estate business, which translates into more money.
TV stars
Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi
Every day, the comedian enters the homes of approximately 3.4 million Americans thanks to her show The Ellen DeGeneres Show. Half of the 87 million dollars that the presenter billed last year are the product of the broadcast. Although the acting career of his wife, Portia De Rossi, has been overshadowed by her fame (whenever the media “divorces” them they say it is because of this), it must be said that together they are one of the most famous faces from the LGBT community (another big market).
By the way, the couple has focused their influence on charitable causes, such as The Ellen DeGeneres Wildlife Fund, which among other actions is helping to build a conservation center in Rwanda.
New arrivals
Kylie Jenner and Travis Scott
Although Kim started it all, today her sisters shine with their own light. The youngest of the clan, Kylie, with a fortune of 900 million dollars, according to Forbes, sneaked last year into the list of "The 60 self-made entrepreneurs in the United States" of that publication, all thanks to her line of cosmetics that could well make her the youngest billionaire of all time (ahead of Mark Zuckerberg). And her partner, rapper Travis Scott, is learning first-hand the “Kardashian secrets” to getting noticed and, more importantly, to capitalizing on fame and selling albums; for now, she is already an Instagram star. If they stay together they could become a money maker.
The latin voice
Sofia Vergara and Joe Manganiello
Not having perfect English pronunciation hasn't stopped her from being the highest paid actress on American television. For his part, her husband has moved away from TV and has opted for very successful films based on comic book characters. Together they have become a weight pair. The reason? Sofía is an influential voice among the Latino community and, without a doubt, this is of great interest in the entertainment industry, considering that the Hispanic market is worth approximately 1.4 billion dollars.
For now, the couple already joined talents in the film Stano, produced by Joe, and with both in the main roles.
The Europeans
Penelope Cruz and Javier Bardem
The film mecca has always been fascinated by the actors of the Old Continent, so even though the Spanish have their residence in Madrid, their commitments have led them to live in London, Medellín and, of course, Los Angeles. But, what makes a couple who prefer to settle in Europe and who defends their private life so important? An Oscar each, the prestige of having worked with the best directors, connections (Penelope is close friends with the influential Salma Hayek) and her “Mediterranean exoticism”, a magnet for the box office.
The new dynasty
Will Smith and Jada Pinkett
In just over 20 years of relationship they have overcome everything, from relationship crisis to ill-intentioned rumors, in addition to having to face their ghosts: Jada confessed that in her youth she had suicidal tendencies, however, they have known how to capitalize on it. Every week Jada airs these and other intimacies on her Facebook Red Table Talk show. Furthermore, her heirs are following in her footsteps; Thus, the controversial Jaden Smith has his own career and is the spokesperson for a generation that does not care about labels regarding gender and sexuality, and even has his own brand of mineral water. For his part, his sister Willow is a model. Without a doubt, we are facing a very powerful dynasty.
The golden couple
Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake
It must be said about him that he made his transition from child prodigy to superstar so well that his world tour, Man of the Woods Tour, has earned him around 200 million dollars. She long ago got rid of the silly girl image that the series 7th Heaven gave her and that cost her so many good roles. Justin has the millions and his wife the vision: Jessica produced and starred in the hit The Sinner, and now, also as a producer and actress, she will be part of Limetown, a series for Facebook.
The voice of diversity
Neil Patrick Harris and David Burtka
The world is changing and the best proof is Neil Patrick Harris. In 2006 he revealed that he was gay and that was not an impediment for him to get good roles or for him to be named by Time magazine as one of the most influential personalities in the world. He and her husband, David Burtka, host parties in the Hamptons as well as the new production of the popular parade of lights in a Disney park ... and not a week goes by without them appearing in some medium. Let's say they are the male version of Ellen and Portia, although of course, they still do not generate that much money.
The kings of Miami
Emilio and Gloria Estefan
They are one of the axes of the Cuban community in Florida. Beyond their fortune estimated at just over 500 million dollars, their supremacy lies in the fact that long before the United States discovered the weight of Hispanics, they were already important spokespersons. In addition, as a couple they influence the promotion of Latin culture with concrete actions, among them the Emilio and Gloria Estefan scholarship that they grant through the Latin Grammy Cultural Foundation and with which they support up to $ 200 thousand dollars to bass music students resources.
Will they conquer Hollywood?
Michelle and Barack Obama
Since the Kennedys, no presidential couple had captured the attention of Americans. And now, although they are still politically active, the Obamas are interested in venturing into another area: production. To do this, they created Higher Ground Productions, a company with which they intend to create different types of content that have not yet been released. We look forward to your first jobs!
Other rich and famous couples
Gisele Bündchen and Tom Brady
Both have a fortune of 540 million dollars. The model launched her biography in 2018 and he, quarterback for the Patriots, does not take long to do the same, being part of the history of the NFL.
Miranda Kerr and Evan Spiegel
The model had already made her own millions of dollars, but Spiegel, who is the developer of Snapchat, became the youngest person to surpass $ 1 billion in revenue at age 25. Lucky you.
Barbra Streisand and James Brolin
What can you say about Barbra that we don't know? He, although somewhat overshadowed by her, is her support. Between the two of them they have a net worth of 700 million dollars!
Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson
Long, solid relationships are the exception in Hollywood, which is why the public loves this couple! And yes, that adoration turns into power.
Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds
They are not only one of the most beautiful pairs, but also one of the most fun, at least on Instagram, a tool that they have known how to use to promote themselves and, therefore, their tapes.
