Forbes magazine annually publishes a list of the wealthiest people. Men quietly envy those who are published in it, and women think how to win at least one millionaire. This list also includes Russian performers who earn millions of royalties.
Nikolai Baskov - Russian nightingale
"Natural Blonde" Nikolai Baskov was in fifth place in the Forbes rating. A popular performer began his career as an opera singer and even performed with the famous opera diva Montserrat Caballe. However, after performing several pop songs, Nikolai realized that they bring more income. Now Basque is one of the most popular Russian singers. He performs at various concerts, plays in films and musicals, and broadcasts. Forbes estimates that Baskov’s capital is $ 8.9 million.
Philip Kirkorov - performer originally from Bulgaria
Although Kirkorov has Bulgarian roots, he is associated only with Russian pop music. Philip's family was also musical - his father Bedros was a famous Bulgarian singer. But real glory came to Kirkorov after his marriage to the Primadonna - Alla Pugacheva, who was 18 years older than him. This marriage was discussed by the whole country, but, despite the evil prophecies, the union lasted 14 years. Former spouses maintain a good relationship so far. Kirkorov remains popular and in demand to this day, his total capital is $ 9.7 million.
Philip Kirkorov is known not only for his songs, but also for his scandalous behavior towards journalists.
Stas Mikhailov - singer from the people
This favorite female audience is truly a fabulous fate. Stas began his career as a restaurant singer, working in his native Sochi. at the same time Mikhailov recorded his own songs and sold cassette tapes. For the first time, the singer decided to conquer the capital in 1992, but luck turned away from him, and Stas returned to Sochi. In the early 2000s, Mikhailov made a second attempt, sending the song "Without You" to the radio. The audience unexpectedly liked the composition, and Stas began his triumphal journey to the heights of show business. Now he is a regular participant in major concerts and the owner of the amount of 9.8 million dollars.
Although Stas Mikhailov is quite popular, many of his colleagues rate the work of the singer low.
Grigory Leps - impulsive performer
The execution of Gregory Leps cannot be confused with anyone else. Crazy energy, drive and special tearful notes make each of his songs a kind of cry of the soul. Meanwhile, the beginning of the singer’s career was not cloudless. After moving to Moscow from his native Sochi, Leps was faced with suspense and misunderstanding. This made him contact alcohol and drugs. But the singer dared to overcome addictions, get on his feet and record many successful songs. According to estimates, his current fortune is estimated at $ 15, 000, 000.
Valery Gergiev - master of classical music
The first place in the list of the richest performers according to Forbes was unexpectedly taken by the representative of classical music - Valery Gergiev. Artistic Director of the Mariinsky Theater and Principal Conductor of the London Symphony
Orchestra won several music awards, while still a student at the Leningrad Conservatory. And at the age of 24, he already conducted the orchestra. Now Gergiev is known around the world. His fortune is estimated at 16.5 million dollars. However, a significant part of this amount is income not only from musical activity, but also from a share in the Eurodon company, which is the largest supplier of turkey meat.
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