As if They Needed More Money! 10 Celebrities With Lucrative Side Hustles

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Did you know that many celebrities have side hustles? These famous faces may be famous for their acting roles or singing careers, but they also work hard to leverage their popularity with fans into a profitable business. Side hustles are a great way to earn extra cash, and these celebrities prove it.

Yeah, you’re probably thinking what we’re thinking: they’re not rich enough already, right? Well, apparently not… Some celebrities actually ended up making more dough through their side hustle than they did in their showbiz endeavors – we kid you not!

And this goes beyond selling merchandise or being the face of brands. Even though the latter has been proven to be quite lucrative indeed, it’s no wonder many celebrities have signed deals to be affiliated with Australian online casinos. To mention a typical example, socialite and media personality, Paris Hilton, landed a great endorsement deal with the leading American online casino BGO. And it doesn’t take Einstein to figure out she didn’t need the cash. Although being in the limelight has always kinda been her thing… 

1. Selena Gomez

Selena Gomez is best known for her music career, but after recovering from lupus, she learned that her fans would support her in whatever she chose to do next. She created the beauty and skincare line Rare Beauty in 2018. Selena Gomez her social media platforms and built a strong online community of fans. The brand has earned praise from several outlets for its diverse use of models and its socially conscious mission.

2. Pharrell Williams

Musician Pharrell Williams has made his mark in numerous industries, including fashion, film, and music. The musician has also been busy with another venture – a philanthropic initiative called HumanRace. The initiative aims to get people moving and raise money for charities. Each month, HumanRace partners with a different organization and people can donate $100 and participate in a 5K run.

3. Alicia Keys

Singer and songwriter Alicia Keys has won five Grammys and sold more than 30 million albums worldwide. She’s also an entrepreneur. Alicia Keys launched the skincare line Keys Soulcare in 2017 to offer a more affordable alternative to her previous brand, Alicia Keys Beauty.

4. Jennifer Aniston

Actress Jennifer Aniston was an early adopter of the lucrative skincare industry. The actress co-founded the A-listed skincare brand Living Proof in 2001. In 2018, the company rebranded as LolaVie, and Aniston stayed on as the company’s spokeswoman. LolaVie offers a variety of skincare products for all skin types, including serums, moisturizers, cleansers, and toners. The products retail for between $40 and $125 per item.

5. Tracee Ellis Ross

Actress Tracee Ellis Ross’ lifestyle brand is about beautiful, healthy hair and skin. In 2018, Tracee Ellis Ross, who also stars on ABC’s Black-ish, and her business partner, actress Jessica Alba, expanded the line and added skincare products to their already-extensive selection of hair care products. 

The brand has a number of fragrances and products that are vegan and cruelty-free, and the company gives back to the community through charity partnerships. Tracee Ellis Ross is a constant presence on social media, with more than 4 million followers on Instagram. Her brand, Pattern Beauty, is one of the top-selling skincare lines on the e-retail giant Amazon.

6. Taraji P. Henson

Actress Taraji P. Henson has been known for her glamorous red carpet looks but only recently debuted a new hairline at a New York Fashion Week event. Her new TPH Hair line includes three different types of synthetic wigs and a shampoo and conditioner set. The line retails between $19.99 and $99.99 and has already been featured on sites like HSN. 

Henson partnered with Markham, Illinois-based company ALLWAVES Hair to create the line. The actress credits her experience as an actor for giving her insight into the business side of the beauty industry and the need for more practical wigs for men and women with natural hair who want to protect their real hair from styling tools and hot weather.

7. Lady Gaga

Pop superstar Lady Gaga has several successful ventures under her belt, but her Haus Laboratories skincare brand is her most recent venture. Lady Gaga is known for her impossibly smooth skin and youthful appearance. She attributes this to the Haus Laboratories skincare and beauty collection.

8. Drake

Rapper Drake launched his clothing brand OVO in 2011 to much success. The brand features apparel, footwear, and other items, including socks, backpacks, and toiletries. In 2017, he collaborated with the Chinese brand ANTA to release a capsule collection of streetwear and accessories.

9. Sean Combs

Sean Combs started his career as a rapper but later became a successful entrepreneur. He started his clothing line, Sean John, in the 1990s. That company went on to become extremely successful and was sold to the Kellwood Company in 2007 for $100 million.

10. Kylie Jenner

Kylie Jenner‘s makeup line is one of the best-known and most profitable side hustles for celebrities. She started her company with just $250 when she was just 17 years old. Her wildly successful brand is estimated to be worth over $1 billion. Kylie Cosmetics includes her famous lip kits, eye shadows, and other makeup products. In fact, she has so many products and has expanded in so many ways.

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