Globally renowned celebrities often rake in mind-boggling amounts of money, but many aren’t content to just bask in their fame. Instead, they’re diving into new ventures and making waves in the beauty and fashion industries. Let’s take a closer look at some of these stars who have successfully expanded their empires.
Hailey Bieber
Hailey Bieber, the stylish model and daughter of actor Stephen Baldwin, catapulted to fame after her modeling debut with Ford Models in 2014. After marrying pop superstar Justin Bieber in 2018, Hailey launched her beauty brand, Rhode, named after her middle name. Recently, Rhode has been buzzing not only for its fabulous beauty products but also for a chic line of phone cases.
Bella Hadid
Bella Hadid, the daughter of an American real estate mogul and a former model, has carved out her own niche in the fashion world. After starting her modeling career at just 16, she won the coveted Model of the Year award at the 2022 British Fashion Awards. Bella has since ventured into the fragrance market with her perfume line, Orbella, inspired by her love for essential oils. After five years of development, Orbella features three captivating scents: floral, tropical, and woody.
Jessica Alba
Jessica Alba is best known for her acting career, but she’s also a savvy entrepreneur. In 2011, she co-founded The Honest Company, an eco-friendly lifestyle brand, and serves as its chairwoman. The Honest Company launched Honest Beauty in 2015, which has since flourished, expanding its offerings from baby products to a comprehensive beauty line.
Kylie Jenner
Kylie Jenner rose to fame on the reality show Keeping Up with the Kardashians and didn’t waste any time making her mark in the cosmetics world. In 2016, she introduced Kylie Lip Kits, which sold out in just 30 seconds. Now, as chairwoman of Kylie Cosmetics, she has built a beauty empire that continues to thrive.
Rihanna
Rihanna is a powerhouse who started as a singer and expanded her talents into acting with roles in films like Ocean’s 8 and The Smurfs. With a record-breaking number of hits on the Billboard Hot 100, she took a bold step into entrepreneurship in 2015 with the launch of Fenty, beginning with Fenty Beauty. The brand’s inclusive range of beauty products has set new standards in the industry.
Kim Kardashian
As one of the most famous celebrities worldwide, Kim Kardashian is also a formidable entrepreneur. In 2019, she launched Skims, a shapewear line that reached a staggering valuation of $4 billion by 2023. Beyond Skims, she has ventured into beauty and fragrance, introducing a unified brand called SKKN by Kim in June 2022.
Selena Gomez
Selena Gomez, a Hollywood star who began her career at a young age, recently made headlines in South Korea with her collaboration with BLACKPINK. In 2020, she launched Rare Beauty, focusing on products free from harmful chemicals. By 2023, Rare Beauty had generated over $500 million in revenue, extending its reach beyond the U.S. into Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
Lady Gaga
Known for her versatility as an actress, activist, and singer-songwriter, Lady Gaga launched Haus Laboratories in 2020. The line stands out for its use of arnica, a natural ingredient she uses for its anti-inflammatory properties to manage her fibromyalgia. Haus Laboratories is celebrated for its innovative approach to beauty.
Millie Bobby Brown
Millie Bobby Brown shot to fame as Eleven in Stranger Things and made history in 2020 as the youngest person named one of Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in the World. She launched Florence by Mills, a beauty brand designed for her young fans to kickstart their skincare journeys with high-quality, vegan products that are cruelty-free.
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