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Stardom usually comes hand in hand with wealth. While many beloved celebrities started out with very few resources, others were raised in affluent households and were already wealthy and privileged before they became famous for their singing or acting.
Click through the gallery to discover which celebrities were already rich before they became famous.
When we have Wi-Fi in hotels today, it is mainly thanks to Lady Gaga's dad. The 'A Star Is Born' star, who attended the prestigious Convent of the Sacred Heart Private Catholic School in Manhattan, is the daughter of Joseph Germanotta, the man who introduced the installation of Wi-Fi in hotels.
The star of 'Veep' hails from a family with substantial wealth. Her great-great-grandfather founded the billion-dollar enterprise, Louis Dreyfus Group, which is valued at US$3.4 billion according to Forbes.
The actor and comedian is the offspring of Jules B. Kroll, who established Kroll Inc., the largest global risk and security consultancy. His father's net worth is approximated to be around US$2 billion.
The singer, who was once enrolled in a boarding school with a tuition of US$48,000, is the daughter of a real estate broker and the CEO of Web Media Properties.
The actor's maternal grandfather, James Rouse, gained prominence as a real estate developer and the innovator behind the concept of the shopping mall. He is also renowned for his visionary creation of the city of Columbia in Maryland.
The Oscar-nominated actress Michelle Williams boasts a net worth exceeding US$20 million, and her father, Larry Richard Williams, is equally accomplished. Larry is recognized as an author, commodity trader, and politician.
The stunning Hadid sisters originate from one of the most affluent families in the world. Their father, Mohamed Hadid, renowned for constructing luxurious hotels, holds billionaire status as a real estate developer. Their mother, Yolanda Hadid, boasts a background as a former model.
The frontman of Maroon 5 earns millions, but even without his fame, he could have enjoyed a comfortable life. His father, Fred Levine, established the retail chain M.Fredric.
When your dad's name is Will Smith and your mom's is Jada Pinkett Smith, you're not just effortlessly cool, but you can also be sure that you'll be able to live a serene life. Although Jaden and Willow are both talented and have singing and acting careers, they'll forever be "Will Smith and Jada Pinkett's children." Sorry!
Thicke wasn't struggling before his rise to fame. He happens to be the son of renowned actor Alan Thicke and singer Gloria Loring.
The actor enjoyed a privileged upbringing, attending a private school. His father worked as a magazine writer and book editor, while his mother pursued a career as a librettist and concert pianist.
Ed Sheeran isn't the sole artist in his family. His father is an art curator and lecturer, while his mother crafts jewelry. Additionally, they jointly operate a prosperous art consultancy named Sheeran Lock.
The American actress doesn't necessarily require employment to live a luxurious lifestyle. Her father, Nelson Peltz, is a widely recognized billionaire businessman and investor.
Nicole Richie, originally known as Nicole Camille Escovedo, was informally adopted by music legend Lionel Richie and Brenda Harvey when she was just two years old. The adoption was formalized when Nicole reached the age of nine. According to Celebrity Net Worth, Lionel Richie's net worth is estimated to be around US$200 million.
Taylor Swift's father comes from a line of bank presidents and also bought part of 'Big Machine Records,' the music label that signed Swift.
These sisters come from a prosperous family with ties to American football. Their maternal family, The Rooneys, established the Pittsburgh Steelers, while their paternal family contributed to the creation of the New York Giants.
The actress is the daugther of Sylvester 'Pat' Weaver, the former president of NBC. Thanks to her father's financial standing, she had the opportunity to attend a prestigious private school and later pursue her education at Stanford University. These connections doubtless gave her a leg-up in the entertainment industry.
Paul Giamatti's father, Angelo Bartlett Giamatti, served as the president of Yale University from 1978 to 1986. He later assumed the role of Commissioner of Major League Baseball in 1989, the same year he passed away.
The lead anchor of 'Anderson Cooper 360°' is a member of the famous Vanderbilt family. His mother, Gloria Vanderbilt, was a fashion designer and heiress.
The singer was born to parents who have both achieved success in their respective businesses. Her father, Edward Butera, is a Florida-based graphic designer who operated a graphics design firm, while her mother, Joan Grande, holds the position of chief executive officer of Hose-McCann Communications.
Glenn Close is the daughter of a highly regarded doctor. William Close previously held the position of personal physician to the former president of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Mobutu Sese Seko.
Armie Hammer's great-grandfather was Armand Hammer, the CEO of Occidental Petroleum. His father worked in investment banking before joining the family business. Hammer is the heir to a major fortune.
Lily-Rose Depp is carving out her own identity and emulating the path of her renowned parents—Johnny Depp and Vanessa Paradis. However, given her father's lucrative Hollywood earnings, it's safe to say she was born into affluence.
The surname "Jones" might not instantly stand out, given its prevalence in Hollywood. However, this actress is the daughter of the iconic Quincy Jones, the legendary music producer and composer.
Long before gaining fame due to Kim's s e x tape, their father, Robert Kardashian, had already established himself as a wealthy and renowned lawyer. He was notably recognized for his role in defending O.J. Simpson.
Spike Jonze, originally named Adam Spiegel, traces his lineage back to the creator of Spiegel Catalog and is the grandson of Arthur Spiegel, a notable American film studio executive.
Jake Gyllenhaal was well-versed in the film industry long before becoming one of Hollywood's most reliable actors. His father, Stephen Gyllenhaal, is an accomplished film director.
The American singer-songwriter also has roots in a wealthy family. Her father, a co-founder of the Simon & Schuster publishing house, was the descendant of a prosperous feather and silk manufacturer.
Paris caught the attention of the public with her 2003 s e x tape, and she later reinvented reality television with her show 'The Simple Life.' But the socialite certainly doesn't need all of that to support herself, since she was born loaded. Her great-grandfather, Conrad Hilton, is the founder of Hilton Hotels.
The 'Gangnam Style' singer was affluent even prior to the release of his immensely popular song that garnered over three billion views on YouTube. His father, Park Won-Ho, achieved financial success as the chairman of DI Corporation, a company specializing in semiconductor and computer chip equipment manufacturing. Additionally, his mother owns multiple restaurants in Gangnam, the very neighborhood where Psy spent his formative years.
The American actor and musician is affiliated with the Getty family, as the name implies, and is the great-grandchild of Jean Paul Getty, the originator of the Getty Oil Company. Their substantial wealth is estimated to surpass a staggering US$8 billion.
Matthias Schoenaerts, the Belgian actor, is the offspring of actor Julien Schoenaerts. His late father is revered as one of the most outstanding post-war actors in Flanders and the Netherlands.
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Stardom usually comes hand in hand with wealth. While many beloved celebrities started out with very few resources, others were raised in affluent households and were already wealthy and privileged before they became famous for their singing or acting.
Click through the gallery to discover which celebrities were already rich before they became famous.