Beyoncé has officially joined the ranks of billionaire musicians, with Forbes estimating her net worth at over $1 billion as of December 2025. (forbes.com) This milestone places her alongside her husband Jay-Z, Taylor Swift, Rihanna, and Bruce Springsteen as one of the few musicians to achieve billionaire status.
The primary driver behind this financial achievement is her recent 'Cowboy Carter' Tour, which grossed over $400 million in ticket sales and an additional $50 million from merchandise across 32 stadium shows in the U.S. and Europe. (forbes.com) This tour, named after her 2024 country-inspired album 'Cowboy Carter,' became the highest-grossing country tour of all time. (nme.com)
In 2025 alone, Beyoncé earned approximately $148 million before taxes, making her the third-highest-paid musician of the year. (forbes.com) Beyond touring, her wealth is bolstered by ownership of her music catalog and ventures such as her hair care brand Cécred and whiskey label SirDavis. (nme.com)
Beyoncé's strategic control over her career through her company, Parkwood Entertainment, has been instrumental in her financial success. By managing her music, tours, and visual media in-house, she retains a significant portion of the profits. (forbes.com)
This achievement underscores Beyoncé's enduring influence in the music industry and her adeptness at translating artistic innovation into substantial financial success.