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Richest Billionaires in Media and Entertainment Industry (September 05, 2023)

As of September 05, 2023, Michael Bloomberg has a net worth of US$ 96.3 billion, making him the wealthiest person in the media and entertainment industry. David Thomson follows in second place with $55.9 billion, while Rupert Murdoch ranks third with $16.7 billion, and Donald Newhouse comes in fourth with $11.7 billion.

The fifth and sixth spots on the list are occupied by John Malone, whose net worth is $9.2 billion, and Blair Parry-Okeden, whose net worth is $9.0 billion. Jim Kennedy is placed 7th with a net worth of $9.0 billion. David Geffen ($7.6 billion) occupied the 8th position among the wealthiest people in the media and entertainment industry, followed by Dmitri Bukhman (No. 9) with $6.9 billion and Igor Bukhman (No. 10, $6.9 billion).

Richest Billionaires in the Media and Entertainment Industry, 2023

  1. Michael Bloomberg: $96.3 billion
  2. David Thomson & family: $55.9 billion
  3. Rupert Murdoch & family: $16.7 billion
  4. Donald Newhouse: $11.7 billion
  5. John Malone: $9.2 billion
  6. Blair Parry-Okeden: $9.0 billion
  7. Jim Kennedy: $9.0 billion
  8. David Geffen: $7.6 billion
  9. Dmitri Bukhman: $6.9 billion
  10. Igor Bukhman: $6.9 billion
  11. Margaretta Taylor: $5.9 billion
  12. James Chambers: $5.9 billion
  13. Katharine Rayner: $5.9 billion
  14. Clive Calder: $5.7 billion
  15. Mark Cuban: $5.1 billion
  16. Kwon Hyuk-bin: $5.1 billion
  17. Thomas Secunda: $4.9 billion
  18. George Lucas: $4.7 billion
  19. Jeff T.Green: $4.4 billion
  20. Martha Ingram & family: $4.2 billion

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Lisa Brown, PhD
Lisa Brown, PhD in Political Journalism and Policy, is the opinion editor for News and Initiatives at CEOWORLD Magazine, where she oversees editorial content that bridges financial analysis, corporate leadership, and brand strategy. With over 13 years in business media and strategic communications, Lisa brings a rare combination of market insight and storytelling expertise. She began her career as a financial reporter in New York, covering Wall Street trends and corporate earnings, before moving into senior editorial roles for international business outlets. Lisa has also worked as a communications consultant for multinational companies, advising on investor relations, executive visibility, and crisis messaging.

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