12 People Who Died Rich and Only Got Richer After That

The passive income that just keeps giving! Years (sometimes decades) after an artist has passed away, their work is still enjoyed by millions of people around the world. And, if they or the people around them were half-decent in the business realm, that can equate to a metric ton of money. The word “estate” has a regal vibe, doesn’t it? We can’t help but read it in a Jeeves-style voice, or maybe as a yacht rock radio DJ. It’s not only the realm of their mansion, guest houses, and “grounds” (ooh, fancy), it’s an overall financial hub that can grow long after they die.

After the rich and powerful kick the rich and powerful bucket, the lucky sons of bitches who were named beneficiaries will most likely see a spike in royalties right off the hop. Because when we hear that a beloved artist has passed, we wanna give their hits a once over while we pour one out. After that, whatever revenue streams they had in place are luckily still flowing into the afterlife. And for some, those post-mortem numbers are just staggering. Here are 12 people who died rich and kept getting a whole lot richer… From beyond the grave.

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