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JANUARY 18, 2007 at 8:01 AM
Posted by GERI
Source: Forbes.com
JK Rowling, who is currently working on the last book in the Harry Potter series, has been named
on Forbes '20 Richest Women in Entertainment.' Ms. Rowling, at the number two spot, follows Oprah Winfrey with Martha Stewart, Madonna and Celine Dion rounding out the top five.
According to Forbes:
The list includes:
On January 20th E! Entertainment will feature a one-hour special on these women at 6 p.m. EST. Check your local listings.
UPDATE: You can download the video featuring JK here (please remember to right-click and save target as...).
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Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1663
tactics2k says:
Good for her. At least the entertainment is you know, better than playing football for example and getting ridiculous amounts of money for it. Not suprised that she's number 2. Harry Potter is one of the most sucsessful books.
Posted Jan 18, 2007 at 11:59 AM EST
Head Girl
Points: 472
hedwig86 says:
Wow thats great to hear! She deserves it, she is so talented! I can't wait to watch the t.v. special!
Posted Jan 18, 2007 at 12:05 PM EST
Charms Mistress
(Moderator)
Points: 5162
Weesa says:
I'm glad she is more like Oprah in helping people with the money she's earned than some of the others on the list who aren't so nice. Congrats to her I hope she has continued success even after HP is finished and she's moved on to her next project.
Posted Jan 18, 2007 at 12:21 PM EST
Witch
Points: 896
QueenOfAmouraq says:
Wow, Judge Judy is one of the richest, interesting...Anyways, I think it's totally awesome that she's the second most richest woman in entertainment! It's so inspiring that a once single mother on welfare could be so successful! And I think she gives a lot to charity too. She's so awesome! That's why she really is a true inspiration for me.
Posted Jan 18, 2007 at 12:24 PM EST
Hobbit at Heart
Points: 2907
DangerousBookworm says:
And we are so surprised.
But good going, JK! She deserves it.
Posted Jan 18, 2007 at 12:31 PM EST
Points: 865
superduperpotter says:
Woah. Thats fabtastic. I bet she'll be number 1 when HPDH comes out.
Posted Jan 18, 2007 at 12:36 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2076
Feelin' Felix Felicis says:
Well of course! Look at the success of the Harry Potter books and films! The woman is a genius! It will be interesting to see what she write after Harry Potter and if it will be as well received!
Posted Jan 18, 2007 at 12:45 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1841
Remmy4193 says:
Wow the number two spot isn't too bad, huh. Haha, I'm not all that surprised to say the least. She is one heck of a writer and this only proves her success with the Harry Potter franchise.
Posted Jan 18, 2007 at 12:49 PM EST
Auror
Points: 3656
Anastasia Popovick says:
Very cool! Jk's number 2 out of all those women! That rocks! I wonder what JK will write when the HP series is finished? Whatever it is I'm sure it will be great! Congrats JK!
Posted Jan 18, 2007 at 12:50 PM EST
Witch
Points: 916
aishaishaisha says:
Well that's hardly surprising. I mean, she's going to go down in history!
Posted Jan 18, 2007 at 12:56 PM EST
I Am Queen of My Castle
Points: 3672
Hecate3fold says:
Way to go! It's certainly amazing how much of a cinderella story her life has become. She's one lady who has made her name a household word, all through the power of imagination. Blessings to her! Hecate3fold!
Posted Jan 18, 2007 at 1:04 PM EST
Witch
Points: 673
Rupert's Fangirl says:
I didn't realize some of these women were so rich. I'm really surprised by Judge Judy. Wow.
Posted Jan 18, 2007 at 1:04 PM EST
Witch
Points: 821
Leeloomina says:
Well, isn't she, like, the richest woman in the UK, richer that the Queen???
And I like that "the Olsen twins" are #11 Richest Woman. It's like they're no longer two separate girls, just this entertainment entity...
Posted Jan 18, 2007 at 1:07 PM EST
Lupin's Eternal Love
Points: 3090
BlackKatL says:
"It's so inspiring that a once single mother on welfare could be so successful! And I think she gives a lot to charity too. She's so awesome! That's why she really is a true inspiration...."
That's exactly what I thought when I read this article!!! She's an inspiration to all women!!! And an Incredible Role Model!!!
JKR deserves this and more!! It's exciting to wait for her work after HP.... and I hope She'll find it in her heart to overlook the "only 7 books" rule. I'd love and adore a Marauder era Prequeal..... *sighs*
Posted Jan 18, 2007 at 1:11 PM EST
Witch
Points: 603
Book-worm says:
Cool she is richer than some of the top female celebrities ever.
Congradulations J K Rowling you should be proud.
Posted Jan 18, 2007 at 1:15 PM EST
Hermione's Twin
Points: 5063
*Miss Hermione Granger* says:
Well it`s not a suprise but its fascinating to look at..and of course Oprah would be 1...she`s......she`s beyong rich!!!!
But well done to JK...she wrote a great book, though still I dunno how HP has gripped so many people. I LOVE the books but some of my favourite books are not famous at all really..oh well.
Still I love JK. She`s a great woman :)
Posted Jan 18, 2007 at 1:16 PM EST
Witch
Points: 898
Sophie Wright says:
Wow! Only Oprah is above JK, it's amazing. Congratualtions to her, she deserves it.
Posted Jan 18, 2007 at 1:35 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2223
Pheonixflames says:
Well Im not surprised to see JK Rowling up near the top of the list! I think if it continues to go well that she will have the number 1 spot in no time. Cant wait for HP&DH!
Posted Jan 18, 2007 at 1:36 PM EST
Grillows Girl
Points: 2785
Miss Baltimore Crabs says:
Wow, congrats to Jo! I can't believe Martha Stewart is on that list though... Anyway, well done again to JK. She deserves it.
Posted Jan 18, 2007 at 1:55 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2563
School Governor says:
Praise of JKR and her wealth are well deserved. I do not think she will stop writing after the seventh book, and she will still have the film royalties for films 5,6 & 7 too.
Posted Jan 18, 2007 at 2:36 PM EST
Hogwarts Psychologist
Points: 4236
Patronus Wiz says:
Woah! She's second to Oprah? That's incredible! Well, she's worked hard and pleased so many people. She's admirable I think.
Posted Jan 18, 2007 at 3:20 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1945
Carrie Weasley says:
Congratulations to JK! I hate that she's the only author on the list, but it's still a great achievement! A few people on the list are not who I'd expect to be some of the world's richest women (Gisele Bundchen? Christina Aguilera? What?), but it's no surprise that JK's in the top two. Maybe after DH and the rest of the movies come out, she could even beat Oprah?
Posted Jan 18, 2007 at 3:37 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1675
lissir10 says:
1. Oprah Winfrey
2. J.K. Rowling
Two of my biggest role modles on the top.. haha.. of course they're rich... haha... But They're my role modle's because They are just Amazing people!! not cause of money...
Posted Jan 18, 2007 at 3:49 PM EST
Muggle
Points: 39
Snape is definitely Good says:
That Guiness Record is going to change again when the last book comes out, b/c the HP universe continues to grow and expand!!! Greatest author of all time! Keep it up JK!!!
Posted Jan 18, 2007 at 3:52 PM EST
Witch
Points: 692
~Remember Snape~ says:
Wow. THat is so awesome. I'm really happy for her. Being one of the richest women in the world thats a big thing.
Posted Jan 18, 2007 at 4:18 PM EST
Keeper of the Faeries
Points: 5239
juliebug04 says:
Well, while I'm sure she isn't hurting for cash anymore, I highly doubt that she has access to that kind of money at the drop of a hat. That's her paper worth, not the amount of money in her bank account. But, I wouldn't turn it down... ;o)
Posted Jan 18, 2007 at 4:19 PM EST
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