
1. Beyonce Knowles and Jay-Z
Power couple Jay-Z and Beyonce Knowles are relentless in their pursuit of business ventures and fortune. The couple, who wed April 4, 2008, collectively brought in $162 million between June 1, 2007, and June 1, 2008. Hip-hop star Jay-Z pocketed $82 million from a 10-year deal with Live Nation, while Beyonce raked in $80 million from film, fashion and publishing deals. Not bad for a country going through tough economic times.
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