Actresses Who Married Billionaires

The intersection of Hollywood and high finance has led to some of the most prominent power couples in the world. Many successful actresses have found partners who have built massive fortunes through technology and real estate and international commerce. These marriages often combine the influence of the entertainment industry with the economic power of global business empires. While some of these relationships have lasted for decades others have become high profile cases in the public eye. This list explores the various actresses who have navigated the worlds of fame and extreme wealth.

Jami Gertz

This American performer is well known for her roles in films like ‘The Lost Boys’ and ‘Twister’. She married business executive Tony Ressler in 1989 who is the cofounder of Apollo Global Management. The couple owns the Atlanta Hawks NBA team and has a significant presence in the philanthropic world. Her husband’s net worth has consistently placed the family in the billionaire category. This marriage has lasted for over three decades and remains one of the most stable in Hollywood.

Salma Hayek Pinault

This renowned performer rose to international fame with her performance in the film ‘Frida’ which earned her an Academy Award nomination. She married French businessman Francois Henri Pinault in 2009 at a ceremony in Paris. Pinault is the chairman and CEO of Kering which owns luxury brands like Gucci and Saint Laurent. The couple manages a vast global business empire while she continues her career in the film industry. They have one daughter together and split their time between multiple international residences.

Miranda Kerr

This Australian model and actress appeared in television shows such as ‘How I Met Your Mother’. She married Evan Spiegel in 2017 who is the cofounder and CEO of Snap Inc. Spiegel became one of the youngest billionaires in the world following the success of the Snapchat application. She also runs her own successful skincare brand called Kora Organics. The couple resides in California and focuses on their growing family and various business ventures.

Holly Valance

This Australian actress and singer gained popularity for her role in the soap opera ‘Neighbours’. She married British luxury property developer Nick Candy in a lavish ceremony in 2012. Candy and his brother are known for developing high end real estate projects like One Hyde Park in London. She stepped away from her acting career to focus on her family and supporting her husband’s business interests. The couple is frequently involved in high profile social and political events in the United Kingdom.

Jane Fonda

This legendary screen icon has won multiple Academy Awards for her work in ‘Klute’ and ‘Coming Home’. She married media mogul Ted Turner in 1991 after his rise as the founder of CNN. Turner was a prominent billionaire and one of the largest private landowners in the United States. The couple remained married for ten years before finalizing their divorce in 2001. She has since continued her career in television with the hit series ‘Grace and Frankie’.

Talulah Riley

This British actress is known for her roles in ‘Pride & Prejudice’ and the science fiction series ‘Westworld’. She married billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk twice with their first marriage beginning in 2010. Musk is the founder of companies like Tesla and SpaceX and is frequently ranked as one of the wealthiest people on Earth. Their second marriage ended in 2016 but the two have reportedly remained on friendly terms. She has also authored several novels in addition to her work on the screen.

Elle Macpherson

This famous model and actress appeared in the film ‘The Edge’ and the television series ‘Friends’. She married billionaire real estate developer Jeffrey Soffer in 2013 after a long term relationship. Soffer is the chairman and CEO of Fontainebleau Development which owns iconic hotels and resorts. The marriage lasted for four years before the couple announced their separation in 2017. She remains a prominent figure in the wellness industry through her business WelleCo.=

Jerry Hall

This American model and actress appeared in the 1989 film ‘Batman’. She married billionaire media tycoon Rupert Murdoch in 2016 after a whirlwind romance. Murdoch is the founder of News Corp and Fox Corporation with a massive influence on global media. Their marriage lasted for six years before they reached a divorce settlement in 2022. She was previously in a long term relationship with Mick Jagger though the two were never legally married.

Anna Nicole Smith

This television personality and actress appeared in the comedy ‘The Hudsucker Proxy’. She married billionaire oil tycoon J. Howard Marshall in 1994 when she was twenty six years old. Marshall was ninety years old at the time of their wedding and passed away just one year later. His death led to a lengthy and highly publicized legal battle over his multibillion dollar estate. She remained a fixture in the media until her untimely passing in 2007.

Kate Capshaw

This American actress starred in the blockbuster ‘Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom’. She married legendary filmmaker Steven Spielberg in 1991 after meeting on the set of his movie. Spielberg is one of the most successful directors in history and a self made billionaire. She eventually retired from acting to focus on her large family and various charitable causes. The couple has seven children and remains one of the most influential power couples in the entertainment industry.

Asin Thottumkal

This former Indian actress appeared in major hits like ‘Ghajini’ and ‘Ready’. She married billionaire businessman Rahul Sharma in 2016 and subsequently retired from the acting profession. Sharma is the cofounder of Micromax Informatics which became one of the largest domestic mobile phone companies in India. The couple keeps a relatively low profile and focuses on their private family life. She was one of the most sought after actresses in both South Indian and Hindi cinema before her marriage.

Janet Jackson

This world renowned singer and actress starred in the film ‘Poetic Justice’ and the series ‘Good Times’. She married Qatari businessman Wissam Al Mana in 2012 whose family runs a multibillion dollar conglomerate. The Al Mana Group represents numerous luxury brands in the Middle East and operates across various industries. The couple welcomed a son in 2017 but announced their separation shortly after his birth. She has since returned to her music career and continues to tour globally.

Stephanie Seymour

This supermodel and actress appeared in the film ‘Pollock’ and the television series ‘Law & Order’. She married billionaire art collector and publishing mogul Peter Brant in 1995. Brant is the owner of White Birch Paper and has one of the most significant private art collections in the world. Their marriage has seen various ups and downs but the couple has remained together for nearly thirty years. She continues to be a prominent figure in the fashion world and a muse for many designers.

Kim Kardashian

This reality television star and actress has appeared in films like ‘Disaster Movie’ and ‘Ocean’s 8’. She was married to rapper and fashion designer Kanye West who reached billionaire status through his Yeezy brand. The couple was married from 2014 until their divorce was finalized in 2022. During their marriage they became one of the most influential and wealthy pairs in popular culture. She eventually became a billionaire through her own business ventures like SKIMS and KKW Beauty.

Beyoncé

This global superstar has appeared in major films such as ‘Dreamgirls’ and ‘The Lion King’. She married rapper and entrepreneur Jay Z in 2008 in a private ceremony. Jay Z became the first hip hop artist to reach billionaire status through his music and diverse business investments. The couple has built an immense joint fortune and is frequently cited as a major power couple in the entertainment world. She continues to break records in the music industry while also managing her own business interests.

Gayatri Joshi

This former Indian actress and model is best known for her role in the film ‘Swades’. She married billionaire real estate developer Vikas Oberoi in 2005 shortly after her film debut. Oberoi is the chairman and managing director of Oberoi Realty which is a major player in the Indian property market. She chose to leave the acting profession to focus on her marriage and family life. She remains a well known figure in Mumbai’s social circles and is involved in her husband’s charitable initiatives.

Dina Merrill

This American actress and socialite appeared in films like ‘Operation Petticoat’ and ‘Butterfield 8’. She was born into wealth as the daughter of E. F. Hutton and Marjorie Merriweather Post. Her third husband was Ted Hartley who was a businessman and the chairman of RKO Pictures. While she was already extremely wealthy her marriage and business dealings kept her in the billionaire demographic for much of her life. She was known for her elegance and her long career in both film and television.

Elizabeth Taylor

This legendary actress was a two time Academy Award winner for ‘Butterfield 8’ and ‘Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?’. Her first husband was Conrad Hilton Jr. who was the heir to the Hilton Hotels fortune. While the marriage was short lived it connected the young actress to one of the most powerful billionaire families of the era. She went on to marry seven more times and built her own massive fortune through her perfume empire. She remains an iconic figure in Hollywood history and a pioneer in celebrity business ventures.

Zsa Zsa Gabor

This Hungarian American actress and socialite was known for her roles in films like ‘Moulin Rouge’. She married hotel magnate Conrad Hilton in 1942 becoming his second wife. Hilton founded the Hilton Hotels chain and was one of the most successful businessmen of his time. She was married nine times in total and often made headlines for her glamorous lifestyle and wealthy partners. She became a symbol of Hollywood extravagance and was famous for her wit and many marriages.

Grace Kelly

This celebrated American actress won an Academy Award for ‘The Country Girl’. She retired from her successful film career to marry Prince Rainier III of Monaco in 1956. Prince Rainier III was the sovereign of a wealthy principality and managed a vast family fortune. As the Princess of Monaco she took on numerous official duties and became a beloved global figure. Her transition from a Hollywood star to European royalty remains one of the most famous stories in entertainment history.

Lynda Carter

This American actress is famously known for her portrayal of ‘Wonder Woman’ in the 1970s television series. She married billionaire lawyer and businessman Robert A. Altman in 1984. Altman was the cofounder and CEO of ZeniMax Media which was the parent company of major video game publishers. The couple remained married until Altman passed away in 2021 and lived primarily in the Washington DC area. She has continued to act and sing while supporting various charitable organizations throughout her life.

Sela Ward

This American actress is known for her award winning roles in ‘Sisters’ and ‘Once and Again’. She married Howard Sherman in 1992 who is a billionaire venture capitalist and entrepreneur. Sherman has been involved in numerous successful business ventures and even ran for the United States Senate. The couple founded Hope Village for Children which provides a home for foster children in Mississippi. She remains active in the entertainment industry and is also a talented artist and author.

Amanda Mealing

This British actress is known for her roles in the television dramas ‘Holby City’ and ‘Casualty’. She married Richard Sainsbury in 1998 who is a member of the billionaire Sainsbury family. The family founded one of the largest supermarket chains in the United Kingdom and possesses a significant fortune. She has balanced her successful acting career with her personal life as part of one of Britain’s wealthiest families. She is also a director and has been involved in several breast cancer awareness campaigns.

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