Articles Written by Amy Lamare

Amy Lamare is a Los Angeles-based writer covering business, technology, entertainment, philanthropy, and pop culture. You can find her other work at Los Angeles Magazine, Your Tango, Thinknum Media, Nicki Swift, and Heavy among other publications. Follow her on Facebook. Amy's favorite self-made billionaire is Sara Blakely.

The Truly Astounding Rags To Riches Story of Jacksonville Jaguars Owner Shahid Khan
When he moved from Pakistan to the United States, Shahid Khan had no money. He spent his first night in a $2 YMCA room. His first job was washing dishes for $1.20 an hour. Today, he is worth $10 billion. He also owns the NFL's Jacksonville Jaguars...
How Norton Simon Parlayed $7,000 At The Height Of The Great Depression Into A $10 Billion Ketchup And Art Fortune
If you've ever had Hunt's ketchup, you've gave a few pennies to Norton Simon... a man who turned $7,000 at the height of the Great Depression, into a $10 billion fortune.
A Lot Of Jewish Songwriters Have Made A LOT Of Money Writing Christmas Songs
Some of the most beloved and well-known Christmas songs were actually written by Jewish songwriters. Let's take a look at seven of them.
Bashar al-Assad And His Family Control A Huge Private Fortune
Officials around the globe are trying to find and freeze all of the assets of Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad in an attempt to cut him off where it hurts him the most: his wallet.
How Much Does Mariah Carey Make Off "All I Want For Christmas" Every December?
How much does Mariah Carey make every year off "All I Want for Christmas"? And how much has the song generated in royalties over the last three decades? A lot. And a whole lot.
$400k On Pigeons & Tigers. That's Just One Splurge That Punched Out Mike Tyson's Peak $300 Million Fortune
Mike Tyson is legendary for many reasons – the face tattoo, the biting off of Evander Holyfield's ear, oh, and all of the knockouts. "Iron" Mike Tyson is one of the top 15-heavyweight boxers to ever step foot into the ring. He is also legendary ...
In 1977, Alec Guinness Demanded "Points" Instead Of Salary On Star Wars. He Chose… Wisely
Despite hating the movie and being convinced that it would flop, back in 1977, Alec Guinness shrewdly demanded to be paid in gross points instead of a flat salary. He chose... wisely.
Why Is Noel Gallagher So Much Richer Than His Brother/Oasis Bandmate Liam Gallagher?
The massive success of Oasis earned the Gallagher brothers massive respective fortunes, but today, Noel is much richer than Liam. How did that come to be?
In 1925, The Second-Richest Person In The World Was A 12-Year-Old Girl
When Doris Duke was 12 years old, just one month shy of her 13th birthday, she inherited $100 million. It was 1925 and she instantly became the second richest person in the world.
Marie Kondo Net Worth
Marie Kondo is a Japanese organizing consultant, author, public speaker and Netflix TV star. Marie Kondo has a net worth of $8 million.

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