Top 10 Richest Hollywood Couples 2026

The Billionaire Ballot: Hollywood’s Ultimate Power Couples of 2026

By The Editorial Team • February 20, 2026

In the gilded ecosystem of Hollywood, “rich” is a relative term. There is the “rich” of a network sitcom star who flies first class, and then there is the “wealth” of a power couple who simply buys the airline. As we settle into 2026, the financial landscape of the entertainment industry has shifted beneath our feet. The era of the mere movie star is dead; the age of the Mogul-Duo is in full bloom. We are no longer looking at simple paychecks from a backend deal on a Marvel movie. We are looking at equity, diversified portfolios, tech IPOs, and luxury conglomerates.

For decades, the public imagination has been captivated by the artistic output of our favorite stars—the albums, the blockbusters, the red carpet looks. But behind the velvet rope, a quiet revolution has taken place. The smartest players in the room stopped trying to be employees of the studios and started becoming the landlords of the culture itself. When we compiled this year’s definitive ranking of the richest couples in Hollywood, we stripped away the PR fluff and looked at the cold, hard assets. We looked at real estate holdings that rival small European principalities, venture capital funds that shape Silicon Valley, and branding deals that have turned faces into global currencies.

What we found was a staggering concentration of wealth at the very top. The couples on this list are not just participating in the economy; they are shaping it. From the surprising quiet billions of an 80s icon to the noisy, chart-topping dominance of pop culture’s reigning monarchs, this list represents the pinnacle of American aspiration. These are the partners who share everything: the bed, the spotlight, and the ten-figure trust funds. Welcome to the b20masala Top 10 Richest Hollywood Couples of 2026.

1. Jami Gertz & Tony Ressler

If you are scrolling through TikTok or skimming the tabloids, you might be scratching your head right now. Jami Gertz? The girl from The Lost Boys and Twister? Yes. And she is, without a shadow of a doubt, the wealthiest actor in Hollywood. While the world was watching the Clooneys and the Pitts, Gertz and her husband, financier Tony Ressler, were busy building an empire that makes traditional movie money look like lunch change. This isn’t just “Hollywood rich”; this is “Master of the Universe” rich.

The narrative here is one of incredible foresight. Gertz, a beloved 80s icon, married Ressler in 1989, long before he founded Apollo Global Management and Ares Management—firms that now manage hundreds of billions in assets. Their wealth is a testament to the power of compound interest and private equity. But don’t mistake Gertz for a passive participant. She is the public face of their ownership of the Atlanta Hawks, a philanthropist of the highest order, and a savvy operator who understood early on that fame is a depreciating asset, but equity is forever. Their climb to the top of this list wasn’t fueled by a lucky box office weekend, but by decades of ruthless financial competence. In 2026, they sit atop a mountain of capital so high, the air is thin for everyone else.

• Full Name:Jami Beth Gertz & Antony P. Ressler
• Age/DOB:Jami (60, Oct 28, 1965), Tony (65, Oct 12, 1960)
• Net Worth:$8.5 Billion (Estimated)
• Origin:Chicago, Illinois (Jami) / Wall Street (Tony)
• Known For:The Lost Boys,Twister, Owner of the Atlanta Hawks, Ares Management.
• Current Status:Overseeing the Atlanta Hawks’ 2025-26 season and managing a multi-billion dollar philanthropic foundation.

Impact Analysis: Jami Gertz is the ultimate “wealth stealth” bomber. Her legacy challenges the very definition of Hollywood success. She proves that the smartest actors don’t just memorize lines; they marry smart, invest smarter, and transition from being the talent to being the owner. She defines this list because she represents the ceiling of what is possible when Hollywood charm meets Wall Street muscle.

2. Salma Hayek & François-Henri Pinault

There is glamour, and then there is the House of Kering. Salma Hayek, a powerhouse actress and producer in her own right, did not just marry a rich man; she married the keys to the global luxury fashion industry. François-Henri Pinault is the CEO of Kering, the conglomerate that owns Gucci, Saint Laurent, Balenciaga, and Alexander McQueen. When this couple walks a red carpet, they aren’t just wearing the clothes; they essentially own the fabric, the design, and the brand equity.

The story of Hayek and Pinault is one of cultural fusion and power dynamics. Hayek has never rested on her husband’s billions; she remains a prolific producer and actress, recently voicing characters in major animations and producing gritty television. However, the combined might of their portfolio is undeniable. In 2026, as the luxury market rebounds and evolves, their fortune has ballooned. They split their time between London, Paris, and Los Angeles, living a life that makes Succession look like a documentary about the middle class. Their wealth is tied to the very concept of “aspiration.” Every time a rapper mentions Gucci or an influencer unboxes a Saint Laurent bag, the cash register rings in the Pinault-Hayek household.

• Full Name:Salma Valgarma Hayek Jiménez & François-Henri Pinault
• Age/DOB:Salma (59, Sept 2, 1966), François-Henri (63, May 28, 1962)
• Net Worth:$7.3 Billion (Estimated)
• Origin:Coatzacoalcos, Mexico (Salma) / Rennes, France (François-Henri)
• Known For:Frida,Desperado, Kering (Gucci, Balenciaga), Christie’s Auction House.
• Current Status:Hayek is producing new content for streaming giants; Pinault is navigating Kering through the 2026 luxury retail shifts.

Impact Analysis: They are the bridge between Hollywood and High Fashion. No other couple exerts this much influence over what the world wears and watches. Their legacy is one of exquisite taste and immense capital power, proving that in the 21st century, the red carpet is the world’s most valuable billboard.

3. George Lucas & Mellody Hobson

George Lucas created Star Wars, a mythology that essentially printed money for forty years. But his smartest production might have been his partnership with Mellody Hobson. Hobson is not just “Mrs. Lucas”; she is a titan of finance, the co-CEO of Ariel Investments, and a boardroom veteran who has chaired DreamWorks Animation and Starbucks. Together, they are a force of intellectual and financial nature, blending the visionary creativity of a filmmaker with the sharp, pragmatic steel of a Wall Street executive.

In 2026, their narrative is dominated by the long-awaited opening of the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art in Los Angeles. This billion-dollar project is entirely self-funded, a flex that only a couple with this level of liquidity could pull off. While Lucas has stepped back from the director’s chair, his wealth continues to grow through his Disney shares (acquired from the sale of Lucasfilm) and Hobson’s shrewd investment strategies. They are the intellectual power couple, focused less on parties and more on legacy building, education, and art. They represent the “Old Guard” of Hollywood wealth—stable, massive, and deeply entrenched in the cultural bedrock.

• Full Name:George Walton Lucas Jr. & Mellody Hobson
• Age/DOB:George (81, May 14, 1944), Mellody (56, Apr 3, 1969)
• Net Worth:$5.6 Billion (Estimated)
• Origin:Modesto, California (George) / Chicago, Illinois (Mellody)
• Known For:Star Wars,Indiana Jones, Ariel Investments, Starbucks Chairwoman.
• Current Status:Finalizing the grand opening of the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art in Los Angeles (2026).

Impact Analysis: Lucas and Hobson are the patrons of the future. Their impact isn’t just in the films Lucas made, but in the institutions they are building. They define this list by showing that the ultimate luxury is not buying things, but building museums and shaping history.

4. Steven Spielberg & Kate Capshaw

If George Lucas is the architect of the blockbuster, Steven Spielberg is its soul. Alongside his wife, actress and artist Kate Capshaw, Spielberg sits atop a fortune built on the dreams of three generations of moviegoers. From Jaws to The Fabelmans, Spielberg has negotiated the most lucrative backend deals in history. He doesn’t just get a salary; he gets a percentage of the gross, the ticket sales, the theme park snacks, and the streaming rights in perpetuity.

Capshaw, who retired from acting to focus on their large, blended family and her art, has been the grounding force in a life that could have easily spun into chaos. In 2026, Spielberg remains actively creative, still directing and producing, refusing to let the sun set on his career. Their wealth is liquid and vast, comprised of real estate in the Hamptons, Pacific Palisades, and a yacht that functions as a floating headquarters. But more than the money, they represent the endurance of the Hollywood dream. They are the couple everyone respects, the dinner party invitation everyone covets, and the bank account everyone envies.

• Full Name:Steven Allan Spielberg & Kathleen “Kate” Sue Nail
• Age/DOB:Steven (79, Dec 18, 1946), Kate (72, Nov 3, 1953)
• Net Worth:$5.1 Billion (Estimated)
• Origin:Cincinnati, Ohio (Steven) / Fort Worth, Texas (Kate)
• Known For:E.T.,Jurassic Park,Indiana Jones(Kate), DreamWorks.
• Current Status:Spielberg is developing a new sci-fi epic; Capshaw is focused on her portraiture and art exhibitions.

Impact Analysis: They are the Royal Family of Hollywood. Spielberg’s deal-making structures set the template for every rich director who followed. Their legacy is the modern blockbuster economy itself—they didn’t just play the game; they wrote the rulebook on how to monetize imagination.

5. Beyoncé & Jay-Z

They are the Carters. In the world of music and pop culture, no other name carries the same weight. While they sit at number five on this list, in terms of cultural voltage, they are arguably number one. Their wealth is a masterclass in diversification. It’s not just the music—though the Renaissance and Cowboy Carter tours printed cash. It’s the champagne (Armand de Brignac), the cognac (D’Ussé), the art collection, the publishing rights, and the tech investments.

In early 2026, the couple remains a unified front of dominance. Jay-Z has evolved into the elder statesman of hip-hop capitalism, while Beyoncé continues to redefine what it means to be a global superstar. Their narrative is one of unparalleled hustle—from the Marcy Projects and Houston to the billionaire boys club. They have monetized their marriage, their struggles, and their triumphs, turning their life into a premium product. They are the only couple on this list who can sell out a stadium in Tokyo and close a tech deal in San Francisco in the same week.

• Full Name:Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter & Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter
• Age/DOB:Beyoncé (44, Sept 4, 1981), Jay-Z (56, Dec 4, 1969)
• Net Worth:$3.6 Billion (Estimated)
• Origin:Houston, Texas (Beyoncé) / Brooklyn, New York (Jay-Z)
• Known For:Music icons, Roc Nation, Armand de Brignac, SirDavis Whiskey.
• Current Status:Beyoncé is capitalizing on her SirDavis whiskey launch; Jay-Z is expanding Roc Nation’s sports division.

Impact Analysis: The Carters are the blueprint for the modern celebrity entrepreneur. They proved that musicians don’t have to die broke. Their legacy is the “Billionaire State of Mind”—the idea that an artist should own their masters, their image, and the liquor served at the afterparty.

6. Oprah Winfrey & Stedman Graham

She is Oprah. He is Stedman. For forty years, they have defied every convention of celebrity relationships. They never married, they never split, and they never stopped accumulating wealth. Oprah Winfrey is not just a TV host; she is a media ecosystem. Her transition from daytime TV to the OWN network, and her brilliant investments in Weight Watchers and real estate, have secured her place in the history books.

Stedman Graham, often unfairly reduced to “Oprah’s partner,” is a successful author and businessman in his own right, though his fortune is a fraction of hers. Together, they represent a different kind of power: stability. In 2026, they spend their time between their “Promised Land” estate in Montecito and their properties in Maui, acting as the wise elders of the industry. Oprah’s influence in 2026 remains palpable—her book club still moves markets, and her interviews still stop the press. They are the quiet giants, content in a partnership that works on their own terms, backed by a bank account that could fund a small nation.

• Full Name:Oprah Gail Winfrey & Stedman Graham
• Age/DOB:Oprah (72, Jan 29, 1954), Stedman (74, Mar 6, 1951)
• Net Worth:$3.2 Billion (Estimated)
• Origin:Kosciusko, Mississippi (Oprah) / Whitesboro, New Jersey (Stedman)
• Known For:The Oprah Winfrey Show, Harpo Productions, OWN, Identity Leadership (Stedman).
• Current Status:Oprah is focusing on producing film projects and philanthropy; Stedman continues his corporate speaking engagements.

Impact Analysis: Oprah and Stedman redefined the celebrity partnership by keeping it private and undefined by marriage. Their legacy is one of self-made black wealth on a scale never before seen. They define this list by proving that you don’t need a ring to be a power couple; you just need a shared vision and a few billion dollars.

7. Peter Jackson & Fran Walsh

While Hollywood parties in Los Angeles, Peter Jackson and Fran Walsh sit in New Zealand, counting the gold from Middle Earth. This fiercely private couple is responsible for the Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies, arguably the most successful film franchise undertaking of all time. But their placement on this list in 2026 is largely due to the sale of Weta Digital, their visual effects company, to Unity Software a few years ago for $1.6 billion.

Jackson and Walsh are a creative singularity. They write together, produce together, and direct together. In 2026, they are back in the headlines producing the new Lord of the Rings films (like The Hunt for Gollum), proving that the well of Tolkien is far from dry. Their wealth is tech-heavy and IP-driven. They are the wizards behind the curtain, the ones who own the technology that makes the magic possible. They are the richest filmmakers you rarely see, preferring the quiet of Wellington to the noise of Beverly Hills.

• Full Name:Sir Peter Robert Jackson & Dame Frances Margaret Walsh
• Age/DOB:Peter (64, Oct 31, 1961), Fran (67, Jan 10, 1959)
• Net Worth:$1.7 Billion (Estimated)
• Origin:Wellington, New Zealand
• Known For:The Lord of the Rings,The Hobbit, Weta Digital,King Kong.
• Current Status:Producing the new slate of live-actionLord of the Ringsfilms for Warner Bros.

Impact Analysis: Jackson and Walsh are the tech-visionaries of cinema. They didn’t just make movies; they invented the technology to make the movies they wanted. Their legacy is the digitization of Hollywood. They define this list as the ultimate creative partners—indisputable proof that two heads (and bank accounts) are better than one.

8. Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce

It started with a friendship bracelet and ended up as a billion-dollar economy. In 2026, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are the undisputed Prince and Princess of American Pop Culture. Swift’s “Eras Tour” wasn’t just a concert; it was a financial event that boosted the GDP of entire countries. She is the first musician to become a billionaire solely through music and performing. Travis Kelce, now an NFL legend and budding entertainment personality, brings his own substantial millions and cross-over appeal to the table.

The couple, now engaged and planning what will surely be the wedding of the decade, represents the collision of two massive fanbases: the Swifties and the NFL. In 2026, they are a marketing juggernaut. Swift’s move into feature film directing and Kelce’s podcast empire have expanded their reach beyond the stadium. They are “New Money” in the best way—loud, fun, everywhere, and incredibly liquid. They are the couple of the moment, riding a wave of popularity that shows no sign of breaking.

• Full Name:Taylor Alison Swift & Travis Michael Kelce
• Age/DOB:Taylor (36, Dec 13, 1989), Travis (36, Oct 5, 1989)
• Net Worth:$1.65 Billion (Estimated)
• Origin:West Reading, Pennsylvania (Taylor) / Westlake, Ohio (Travis)
• Known For:The Eras Tour, 14-time Grammy Winner, Kansas City Chiefs (3x Super Bowl Champ).
• Current Status:Planning their 2026 wedding; Swift is prepping her directorial debut; Kelce is navigating post-football entertainment deals.

Impact Analysis: They are the cultural zeitgeist. No other couple on this list moves the needle of public discourse like they do. Their legacy is the sheer velocity of their wealth creation—Swift built a billion-dollar fortune in her 30s through pure connection with her audience.

9. Rihanna & A$AP Rocky

Rihanna hasn’t released an album in a decade, and she is still richer than almost everyone she shares the radio waves with. Why? Because she realized early on that music is a hobby; beauty is a business. Fenty Beauty and Savage X Fenty have made her a billionaire, and her partner, rapper A$AP Rocky, has been by her side through the expansion of this empire.

In 2026, the couple—now parents to three children—are the definition of “Cool Mom and Dad.” They are fashion icons who treat the streets of New York like a runway. While Rocky faces legal hurdles, the couple’s bond remains publicly unbreakable, and their combined brand power is immense. Rihanna’s foray into Fenty Kids and Fenty Hair has only deepened their pockets. They represent the modern “slashie” couple: Singer/Designer/CEO/Mogul. They are unbothered, effortlessly chic, and quietly cashing checks that would make a tech CEO blush.

• Full Name:Robyn Rihanna Fenty & Rakim Athelaston Mayers
• Age/DOB:Rihanna (38, Feb 20, 1988), A$AP Rocky (37, Oct 3, 1988)
• Net Worth:$1.45 Billion (Estimated)
• Origin:Saint Michael, Barbados (Rihanna) / Harlem, New York (Rocky)
• Known For:Fenty Beauty, Savage X Fenty, Music, Fashion Icons.
• Current Status:Raising three children; expanding the Fenty lifestyle brand into hair and kids; Rocky is working on new music and design projects.

Impact Analysis: Rihanna and Rocky flipped the script on the “pop star” career path. They prove that ownership beats endorsement every time. Their legacy is Fenty—a brand that changed the beauty industry forever. They define this list by showing that you can take a break from your “day job” (music) and still become the richest person in the room.

10. Jerry Seinfeld & Jessica Seinfeld

Thirty years after his show about nothing went off the air, Jerry Seinfeld is still making more money in his sleep than most working actors make in a lifetime. Syndication is a beautiful thing. Jerry and his wife, cookbook author and philanthropist Jessica Seinfeld, round out our list with a fortune built on the most successful sitcom in history.

In 2026, Jerry is officially a billionaire, a milestone reached through savvy streaming deals (Netflix paid half a billion dollars just for the rights to Seinfeld) and tireless touring. The couple is a fixture of the Hamptons and Manhattan social scenes. While they may not generate the daily headlines of Swift and Kelce, their wealth is bedrock solid. Jessica’s work with the Good+Foundation and her entrepreneurial ventures add to their status as a New York power couple. They are the “Comedy Royalty”—proof that if you make the world laugh once, and you own the rights, you never have to work again (unless you want to).

• Full Name:Jerome Allen Seinfeld & Jessica Seinfeld (née Sklar)
• Age/DOB:Jerry (71, Apr 29, 1954), Jessica (54, Sept 12, 1971)
• Net Worth:$1.1 Billion (Estimated)
• Origin:Brooklyn, New York (Jerry) / Oyster Bay, New York (Jessica)
• Known For:Seinfeld,Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee, Good+Foundation.
• Current Status:Jerry continues to tour globally; Jessica is expanding her philanthropic reach in New York.

Impact Analysis: Seinfeld is the ultimate example of the “Backend Deal.” His presence here is a reminder that in Hollywood, the real money isn’t in the starring role; it’s in the creator credit. Their legacy is the enduring profitability of laughter.

The Verdict

Looking at the Top 10 Richest Hollywood Couples of 2026, one trend becomes aggressively clear: Diversify or Die. The days of relying on a studio paycheck are over. The names on this list—Gertz, Hayek, Beyoncé, Rihanna—didn’t just stay in their lanes. They bought the team, built the brand, founded the museum, and invested in the tech.

There is also a shift toward “Quiet Power.” While Taylor Swift and Beyoncé dominate the conversation, the silent billions of Jami Gertz and George Lucas remind us that the deepest pockets often belong to those who have stopped trying to impress you. In 2026, Hollywood wealth is no longer about excess; it’s about ownership. And as these ten couples prove, once you own the culture, the money follows.