The 5 highest-earning dead musicians
See who made the list
When an artist passes away, their legacy is carried on through their music and by those who were influenced by their songs.
At the same time, some artists continue to remain cultural icons that fans can’t get enough of as their music gets played on repeat. Some may have also been savvy in their business dealings that set up their families with financial success long after they’re gone.
Forbes tracks the annual earnings of the highest-paid dead celebrities each year as several musicians have made their way on the list. Artists across genres are represented and brought in a pretty penny. While we await a 2021 update to the list, below are the five highest-earning deceased musicians of the past year.
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