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2015 Top-Earning Dead Celebrities: Michael Jackson, Elvis Presley Leads the Richest List

Death may not be an option for these celebrities to stop earning as cash are still pouring even after they were buried. One of the highest earners is of course the King of Pop, Michael Jackson. He's just one of the few that Celebrity Net Worth came across with. Listed below are numerous celebrities that still earn a fortune after being long gone on their respective fields.

First on the list is of course the King of Pop himself, Michael Jackson. After his death back in 2009, he continually increases his net worth, and he now has an additional $115 million. His earning was mostly from the Las Vegas Cirque Du Soliel show "Michael Jackson One". Aside from the show, he also earns from his music catalog and his recorded sales. As of this day, it was still unknown if his death was a homicide case or overdose.

Second on the list is another king, Elvis Presley who is dubbed as the King of Rock and Roll. He died at an early age of 42 due to heart attack. He may have died back in 1977, but he still has his cash rolling. Presley still earns $55 million. As per the website, he was able to earn from his 53rd Top 40 album. The album consists a compilation of "Elvis Presley Forever," which was released by USPS along with a commemorative stamp.

Third is the "Peanuts" creator Charles Schulz. He died at the age of 77, back in February 12, 2000 due to cancer. 15 years following his death, he now has $40 million, but this will continually grow due to a recent deal. He brings in a cut from the licensing revenue from his ever popular "Snoopy and Friends" and their comic. The website then added that the "Peanuts Movie" will be out in November, which will eventually add to his fortunes. 


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