In 2015, Craig Piligian sold 50% of his company, Pilgram Studios, to Lionsgate for $200 million. Craig still maintains control of the remaining 50%, which in theory would give him a pre-tax paper net worth north of $400 million. Career Highlights Born August 25, 1957, in Detroit, Michigan, Craig Piligian began his television career in the mid-1990s, eventually launching Pilgrim Films & Television (later Pilgrim Media Group) in 1997. His early credits included “Real Stories of the Highway Patrol” and “World’s Wildest Police Videos,” but his breakthrough came as co-executive producer of the first season of “Survivor,” which earned him a Primetime Emmy Award in 2001....

After the 2011 season the Reds traded Dmitri Young to the Detroit Tigers where he played until 2006. Young finished his career for the Washington Nationals from 2007 to 2008. During his career he was selected to the All-Star team twice and was voted the National League Comeback Player of the Year in 2007. He spent his career as an outfielder, first baseman, and designated hitter. Young finished his career with a ....

In addition to his screen work, McDermott has shown dedication to theater, earning acclaim for performances in productions like “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof” and “American Buffalo.” His commitment to his craft, emotional range, and consistently strong performances have cemented his place as a respected and adaptable actor in Hollywood. Whether leading a series, anchoring a courtroom drama, or tackling live theater, McDermott delivers roles with nuance, intelligence, and depth....

In case you were unaware, Ellen and Portia have been flipping luxury homes together since 2007. They began dating in 2004, and in 2007 they bought a mansion in Montecito for $15.75 million. A few months later they sold it for $20 million. The following year they paid $29 million for a home in Beverly Hills. In 2012 they sold this home to Ryan Seacrest for $37 million. In 2012 they bought a home in Beverly Hills for $40 million....

For nearly 40 years, Spielberg has quietly earned tens of millions of dollars annually from Universal’s theme parks, thanks to a consulting agreement that is virtually unheard of in Hollywood. The deal was a closely held secret until a 2009 financial filing revealed its staggering implications. That deal has already paid him hundreds of millions of dollars. And because it was written to last “in perpetuity,” it could ultimately result in a staggering payout....

Fred Smith was a visionary entrepreneur who revolutionized global logistics by founding FedEx in 1971. While studying at Yale in the 1960s, he wrote a paper proposing a hub-and-spoke system for overnight package delivery using jet aircraft. After serving two tours in Vietnam as a Marine and earning multiple commendations, Smith returned home and used his inheritance to launch the company. Despite early financial struggles—including famously gambling in Las Vegas to cover payroll—he grew FedEx into one of the world’s largest logistics operations, generating over $80 billion in annual revenue....

Early Life and Education Gerhard Schröder was born on April 7, 1944 in Blomberg, Nazi Germany to Erika, an agricultural laborer, and Fritz, a lance corporal in the Wehrmacht who was killed in action during World War II, almost six months after the birth of his son. After the end of the war, the area where the family lived became part of West Germany. As an adolescent, Schröder did a retail sales apprenticeship at a hardware shop in Lemgo for a few years....

Greta has more than 40 acting credits to her name, including the films “The House of the Devil” (2009), “Greenberg” (2010), “No Strings Attached” (2011), “Arthur” (2011), “To Rome with Love” (2012), “Maggie’s Plan” (2015), and “White Noise” (2022) and the television series “The Mindy Project” (2016). Gerwig voiced Pony Merks on the Adult Swim series “Adult Swim” (2011–2015), and she has also lent her voice to the film “Isle of Dogs” (2018)....

Menzel later brought her vocal talents to a global audience as the voice of Queen Elsa in Disney’s “Frozen” (2013) and its sequel. Her performance of the Academy Award-winning song “Let It Go” became a worldwide phenomenon, topping charts and achieving multi-platinum sales. She has also appeared in films like “Enchanted,” “Disenchanted,” “Uncut Gems,” and the 2005 film version of “Rent,” and on television in series such as “Glee” and “Private Practice....

Charney is the target of a lawsuit from the hedge fund Standard General, a big investor in American Apparel that is involved in restructuring the company. Charney has been representing himself in the case. In a letter to the Delaware Chancery Court judge, Charney stated that he cannot find new attorneys in Delaware “willing to work with me.” He went on to detail how he was fired by the Los Angeles-based company he founded with no severance and how he has depleted his savings in his fight to defend his life’s work and very basic legal rights (presumably this doesn’t include his right to walk around the office in his underwear)....

Five Finger Death Punch’s debut studio album The Way of the First was released in 2007 and was certified Gold. Their 2009 album War Is the Answer was also certified Gold and reached the Top 10 on the Billboard 200, US Hard Rock, and US Rock charts. Their third album American Capitalist was released in 2011. It was certified Gold and reached #3 on the Billboard 200 chart and #2 on the US Hard Rock and US Rock charts....

James had more than 130 acting credits to his name, including the films “Regarding Henry” (1991), “My Cousin Vinny” (1992), “Basic Instinct” (1992), “Scent of a Woman” (1992), “Carlito’s Way” (1993), “Independence Day” (1996), “Meet the Parents” (2000), “Cold Mountain” (2003), “Baby Mama” (2008), and “Sleepwalk with Me” (2012) and the television series “The Doctors” (1977), “Texas” (1981–1982), “Guiding Light” (1983–1984; 1989), “Law & Order” (1992–2008), “Third Watch” (1999–2002), “The Book of Daniel” (2006), “Big Lake” (2010), and “Enlightened” (2013)....

Early Life and High School Jarvis Jones was born on October 13, 1989 in Lumpkin, Georgia. He had an older brother named Darcell who was murdered outside a bar in Richland, Georgia in early 2005. As a teenager, Jarvis Jones went to Carver High School in Columbus, Georgia, where he led the football team to a state title in 2007. He was also a star basketball player in high school....

Throughout the late 1990s and early 2000s, Kay led Jamiroquai through a series of successful releases, including “Synkronized,” “A Funk Odyssey,” and “Dynamite,” blending live instrumentation with house, funk, and disco influences. Known for his flamboyant stage presence and signature headgear, Kay became a pop-culture icon recognized for both his musical innovation and distinct visual style. In more recent years, Jamiroquai released “Automaton” in 2017 and have been working on a new album since 2024....

Ullal worked at Crescendo Communications as vice president of marketing. Crescendo was acquired by Cisco Systems in 1993 and Ullal served as vice president and general manager of LAN switching in the Enterprise group and oversaw more than 20 merges and acquisitions. She became Senior Vice President of Data Center & Switching. Ullal became CEO & President of Arista Networks in 2008. In 2014 she led the company to an IPO on the New York Stock Exchange (ANET)....

Joe Nathan spent a few years splitting time in the minor and major leagues before he had a breakout season as the Giants’ setup man in 2003. Joe Nathan has played for three Major League teams since 1999: the San Francisco Giants from 1999-2003, the Minnesota Twins from 2004-2009 and then again in 2011, and the Texas Rangers from 2012-2013. Joe Nathan is a six time All-Star earning honors in 2004, 2005, 2008, 2009, 2012, and 2013....

Following CCR’s breakup in 1972, Fogerty launched a solo career marked by both success and prolonged legal battles over music rights with his former label, Fantasy Records. His 1985 solo album “Centerfield” was a commercial comeback, featuring the hit title track and earning him widespread acclaim. For years, Fogerty refused to perform many CCR songs due to disputes over publishing rights, but he later regained control of much of his catalog....

While all of the three siblings are credited for Globo’s rise, Jose Roberto Marinho also earns the credits for leading the family’s philanthropy, the Roberto Marinho Foundation. It supports various educational and cultural causes and enjoys free publicity from Globo’s subsidiaries. Aside from dominating the media market, Globo has come into controversies and accusations of corruption, especially for the cost of the 2014 FIFA World Cup. Regarding the latter, the company is said to have sold all of its broadcast sponsorship packages for the tournament in a deal estimated at more than $1 billion....

From 1990 to 1994 she starred as a cast member on Saturday Night Live and offended Hillary Clinton with her impression of Chelsea Clinton. From 2001 to 2002 Julia starred as Mary Krupp-Stage in the TV series Maybe It’s Me. She has also done voice acting for the TV series Baby Blues, Teamo Supremo, The Goode Family, and Family Guy as well as for the movie Monsters University. Sweeney won a CableACE Award in 1996 and an Audience Award at the New York Comedy Festival in 1998....

Financial Mismanagement Lauren was in a relationship with Robert “Bob” Williamson for 27 years between 1964 and his death in 1997. Bob purportedly served as Lauren’s career and financial manager. When he died she was under the impression that her net worth was somewhere in the $15 – $20 million range. As it turned out, she was nearly broke after Bob had squandered $13 million. Lauren would later reveal that her modeling and acting money should have easily translated into a net worth of at least $30-40 million today, had it just been passively invested....