Celebrities, both actors and musicians alike, tend to have massively inflated bank accounts. These are not people that are short on cash by any means. However, many celebrities also have side hustles that allow them to earn an additional income off of the silver screen or the stage which they usually perform on. Today, we want to take a quick look at the biggest celebrity side hustles off camera that you probably don’t know about.
1. Jessica Alba
Jessica Alba, the Californian born actress, has starred in dozens of hit movies ranging from the “Fantastic Four” to “Little Fockers” and “Sin City.” However, where Alba really makes her millions is behind the scenes. She is the co-founder of a consumer goods company that sells household, personal, and baby products, known as The Honest Company. This company has seen great success, especially as far as the baby products are concerned.
2. Ashton Kutcher
You might know Ashton Kutcher from “That 70’s Show,” “The Ranch,” or “Two and a Half Men.” However, what many people don’t know is that Ashton Kutcher is actually an absolutely massive venture capitalist that has found great success in investing in over 60 different technology startups and related companies. He is also the co-founder of a venture capital firm known as A-Grade Investments. Duolingo, The language learning software, is so far one of his biggest investment successes.
3. Ryan Reynolds
Ryan Reynolds, once named the sexiest man alive, is actually the co-owner of a Welsh football club, Wrexham AFC. Ryan Reynolds has been making a fairly large splash in the sports world, as he has shown interest in buying various soccer teams, the Ottawa Senators NHL team, and just recently invested in a Formula One racing team. He also happens to be one of the richest Canadians in the world, with a current estimated net worth of $350 million. A part of this is thanks to Maximum Effort, a marketing agency and production company which he co-founded and was recently acquired by MNTN for millions of dollars. There’s more yet, because Ryan Reynolds also created what is to this day one of the most valuable brands of gin in the world, Aviation American Gin, which he sold in 2020 for a whopping $610 million. He also happens to be part owner of Mint Mobile, which is in the process of being acquired by T-mobile for roughly $1.5 billion.
4. Keanu Reeves
When our favorite John Wick isn’t putting the hurt on hundreds of bad guys, he’s selling new motorcycles. Keanu Reeves, the Canadian born actor, co-owns a motorcycle shop, known as Arch Motorcycle, where he sells his own tricked out motorcycles. He also happens to be the bass guitarist for a band known as Dogstar. He has even been a film director.
5. Gwyneth Paltrow
Gwyneth Paltow is an A-list award-winning American actress. She was also the face of a fragrance called Pleasures by Estee Lauder for years. However, she now spends less time acting and more time making millions with her business. Paltrow is the CEO and founder of a lifestyle company known as Goop, which promotes healthy living. She has also authored a variety of cookbooks which have seen great success.
6. Brad Pitt
There is perhaps no celebrity more familiar with the concept of diversification than Brad Pitt. Pitt, known as one of the world’s best actors and a true heart throb, also has several other companies in his arsenal. First and foremost, he is a part of a wellness company known as Enroot, which produces alcohol free beverages. Brad Pitt has also recently created Le Domaine, a gender neutral skin care line. He even owns his own production company known as Plan B Entertainment.
7. Selena Gomez
Selena Gomez may be best known for her roles in various Disney productions, but has recently become synonymous with Rare Beauty, a brand started in 2020.
Yes, in some ways, this is a regular celebrity beauty brand, apart from the fact that it is also a part of the Rare Impact Fund. This is a special charity which aims to raise over $100 million for mental health services within the next 10 years. Not only is Selena Gomez an entrepreneur, but also a philanthropist.
8. LeBron James
LeBron James just officially passed the $1 billion net worth mark, and yes, a lot of that came from playing basketball, as well as endorsements. However, LeBron James has also ventured into the entertainment industry, with his own production company, SpringHill Entertainment, as well as a media company Uninterrupted. He has been the executive producer for a sitcom, he created an HBO documentary, a Netflix documentary, a game show, and even a reboot of House Party. He even starred in the new “Space Jam”, which he was paid a cool $5 million for. LeBron James also appears to be a savvy investor. It doesn’t end there, because LeBron also has a 2% stake in the Liverpool FC Football Club (with a total value of $2.2 billion), as well a 1% stake in the Boston Red Sox (with a value of $1.85 billion). James even owns 19 Blaze Pizza franchises, located in Florida and Chicago. Along with his basketball career earnings, LeBron has a net worth of $1 billion.
9. Dwayne Johnson
When The Rock isn’t displaying his pearly whites and raising that signature eyebrow, he’s making money in about a dozen other ways. He recently launched his own line of tequila, Teremana, which has seen great success. Dwayne the rock Johnson also collaborated with Under Armour to create his own line of workout gear. He even appeared and rapped in a recent rap song along with Tech N9ne and other famous rappers. Let’s not forget that Johnson is also part owner of the XFL, a global professional football league. If there is one celebrity that has multiple successful side hustles going, it is The Rock. The Rock’s net work is currently just over $800 million.
10. Reese Witherspoon
Reese Witherspoon is of course one of the most respected actresses of all time, but what many may not know is that she also owns and runs her own production company known as Hello Sunshine. The main focus of Hello Sunshine as a production company is to create female oriented stories for the promotion of women’s rights. Thanks to her production company and her acting endeavors, she’s now worth over $400 million.
11. Jennifer Lopez
With over 80 million records sold and films grossing $3.1 billion, Jennifer Lopez is officially one of the most influential, richest, and most powerful female celebrities in the world.
She also has a line of perfumes, fragrances, various clothing lines, beauty lines, a charity, and even a production company.
12. Rihanna
Rihanna, perhaps one of the most famous female singers and musicians of all time, also happens to own a cosmetics brand known as Fenty Beauty, as well as a fashion house called Fenty. She also happens to be involved in a variety of humanitarian causes, and has even been an actress on occasion like in the all-female reboot of “Ocean’s 11.”
Prepare to Cringe at the Dumbest Things Said by Famous People
Today’s world is a very interesting one, because many people follow celebrities almost obsessively. However, many of us seem to forget that celebrities are just normal human beings, and they’re just as prone to doing and saying stupid things as us regular folks. Here are a few prime examples of the dumbest things that they’ve ever said.
Prepare to Cringe at the Dumbest Things Said by Famous People
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The Most Insane Moments When Musicians Were Hit by Thrown Objects While Performing on Stage
It’s understandable when fans get a little excited about their favorite musicians, especially when they get to finally see them live in concert. However, some fans take their excitement way too far, with a select few even throwing various items at the musicians while they are trying to perform. The following is a list of times that famous musicians and pop stars had objects thrown at them on stage. You’ll be shocked as to some of the relatively extreme and unimaginable items thrown at these celebrities in the middle of their performances.
The Most Insane Moments When Musicians Were Hit by Thrown Objects While Performing on Stage
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Ground beef is a versatile ingredient that can be used in countless recipes, making it a staple in many households. From quick weeknight dinners to comforting family favorites, ground beef can be transformed into delicious meals that are both satisfying and easy to prepare. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, these easy ground beef recipes are sure to become go-to favorites that you’ll come back to time and time again. With a little creativity and a few simple ingredients, you can whip up flavorful and hearty dishes that are perfect for any occasion.
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He Complained His Steak Was Well Done Instead of Medium Rare But They Charged Him for Two Steaks After Making Him Another One. His Friends Were Embarrassed He Argued With the Waiter Who Refused to Change the Bill. Was He Wrong?
The original poster (OP) wants advice about his recent experience with friends at a restaurant. He went out for dinner with a group of friends.