Mariah Carey Net Worth, Money and More
Net Worth: $226 Million
Profession: Singer, songwriter, record producer, actress
Mariah Carey, the best-selling female artist in the history of music, during the peak of career, having sold over 200 million copies of her album, had worked as waitress and many other part time jobs to support her singing career. It was only in 1993 that she met Columbia Records producer Tommy Mottola, who signed her to the label and gave her the much needed break. Her debut album reached number one on the Billboard charts which bagged her, her first Grammy for Best New Artist and Best Female Pop Vocal Performance. And thus began the journey of this enigmatic lady.
Rise to fame
Columbia Records after signing her marketed her as the main female pop artist on their listing, pitting her against the then legends like Whitney Houston and Madonna, spending up to a million dollars to promote her album. The hard work and money paid off when her album reached the top of the Billboard 200 and stayed atop the charts for eleven consecutive weeks. Carey became the first artist since The Jackson 5 to have their first four singles reach number one, with having sold over 15 million copies. After her first album, ‘Mariah Carey’ she consecutively released albums like Emotions, Butterfly, Rainbow, Glitter and Charmbracelet the songs of which are fondly remembered till date. Her song from the album Daydream, ‘One Sweet Day’ remained atop the Hot 100 for 16 weeks and became the longest running number one song in history.
Thus began the reign Ms. Carey as the undisputed queen of hip-hop rustle. So did her journey into the world of riches. She won five Grammy Awards, 11 American Music Awards, 31 Billboard Music Awards and 17 World Music Awards. She is famed for her five-octave vocal range which has been recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records. In her career she has sold more than 200 million records worldwide. This makes her one of the best selling music artists of all time.
Salary Earnings
Carey joined the judging panel of American Idol for season twelve for which her salary was reported to be US$18 million.
2013 $29 MILLION
2012 $18,000,000
2011-2010 $523,000,000
2009-08 $2,500,000
2002 $5,000,000
2001
Estimated gross (Glitter) $2,400,000
Record Sales $3,400,000
1999 $10,000,000
1997 $15,500,000
1995 $15,500,000
1993 $32,000,000
1991 $8,000,000
1990 $15,00,000
Brand endorsements
She was involved in endorsing various products and brands that earned her more than a few extra bucks. She participated in endorsements for Intel Centrino personal computers and launched a jewellery accessories line for teenagers, ‘Glamorized,’ in American Claire’s and icing stores. She was also part of other brands like Pepsi, Motorola, for which she recorded a series of exclusive ringtones. She signed a licensing deal with Elizabeth Arden, a cosmetics company thrugh which she released her own line of fragrance, ‘M.’ In 2007, Forbes named her as the fifth richest woman in entertainment, with an estimated worth of $ 270 million.
Reportedly, the combined net worth of Mariah Carey and her spouse Nick Cannon, is $510 million, being the richest couple in the entertainment industry.
With money comes a luxurious life
Mariah Carey, being the richest diva that she is, settles for no less. She seems to a have fetish good homes and villas or so says her investment in real estate.
She owns a New York triplex apartment, which is said to look more like a five-star hotel in Dubai than any regular condo in the city. Yes, she doesn’t seem to settle for any less. She owns a mansion in Bahamas, which is on a 3-acre land gated compound. The house features four detached buildings painted a very light blush pink, Mariah’s favorite color, to match the sand of the color. The 3,500 square feet of marble walkways and terraces connects the four structures of the house. The property was earlier listed for sale at $4.9 million, and had been available at a lease for $24,000 per week during the peak season.
She also owns an estate in Beverly Hills, by the name, The Fleur De Lys, which is said to have an asking price of $125 million. She and her partner, Nick Cannon are said to reside in this estate. Could they settle for just one crib? No, definitely not. Apparently they shelled out a whopping $7 million to buy a condo, the West Coast Crib on the hills above the Bel Air, with an area of 9,951 square feet. The last of their property possessions includes their home in Hamptons, which has an estimated value of around $150,000 as monthly rent and is valued at $15 million.
Cars all the way
With houses and mansion that are beyond sprawling, the machines gotta be more than just great. And she got them all. She owns a black Rolls Royce Drophead Coupe, which is said to be a customised version, a personalized and stylized than the classic ones. She is the proud owner of Maybach 62S, which is said cost a fortune. Need we say more? She also owns a Porsche Cayenne SUV, well how can she not have an SUV now? Mariah’s husband Nick Cannon has reportedly bought her a bulbous Porche Cayenne SUV as her special 40th birthday present. To add to her list of Rolls Royce collection, she also owns a Rolls Royce Phantom. Every celebrity seems to own a Merc these days, and how can Mariah Carey stay behind? She owns a Mercerdez-Benz SLK, which is said to priced around $42,500. This, too, was gifted to her by her husband Nick Cannon for her birthday.
Philanthropy
Carey always been associated with charitable organizations. She has donated to organizations like Fresh Air Fund, which provides summer vacations for children from disadvantaged communities. She has also been with a camp called Camp Mariah, that enables inner-city youth of New York to embrace the arts and introduces them career opportunities. In 2008, she was named the Hunger Ambassador for the World Hunger Relief Movement.
