Jay-Z has become the world's first billionaire rapper.
That's according to Forbes magazine, which has estimated that the singer's wealth "conservatively totals" to $1 billion.
It based on the combined value of his businesses and investments.
His superstar wife is reportedly worth about $335 million, and they have had a joint net worth over $1 billion.
Jay-Z joins an elite club of entertainers that includes Oprah Winfrey, George Lucas, Steven Spielberg and Michael Jordan.
Amazon gains creative control over James Bond franchise
Amazon's MGM Studios will take creative control of the James Bond film franchise under a new joint venture with longtime rights holders Michael Wilson and Barbara Broccoli, the technology giant said on Thursday.
Animated films seek to find a place in Best Picture Oscar race
The filmmakers of "Inside Out 2", the highest-grossing animated film of all time, are aiming to be included to the Oscar's Best Picture race as experts in the animation industry strive for more recognition.
Jury acquits rapper A$AP Rocky in Hollywood gun assault case
A Los Angeles jury on Tuesday found Grammy-nominated rapper A$AP Rocky not guilty of two felony counts of assault with a semi-automatic weapon in a 2021 altercation with another hip-hop artist in Hollywood.
Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix tickets go on sale
Tickets for the 2025 Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, held at Yas Marina Circuit and takes place from December 4-7 at Yas Island, have gone on sale.
David Gray to take the stage in Dubai on October 31
British singer-songwriter David Gray is set to take the stage in Dubai on October 31, as part of his ‘Past and Present’ world tour. Along with new music, the "Babylon" singer is also expected to play hits from his extensive discography.
China's 'Nezha 2' becomes highest-grossing animated film globally
Chinese animated blockbuster 'Nezha 2' overtook Pixar's 'Inside Out 2' on Tuesday to become the highest-grossing animated film globally, according to data from ticketing platform Maoyan.
The Rock and Chris Evans: A Christmas Surprise!
The super-star and multi-award-winning singer-songwriter, Jason Derulo is bringing the heat to Dubai.
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