The richest singers in Russia. The richest singers in Russia The highest paid Russian stars

Tense international situation, mutual sanctions from the West and the Russian Federation, fluctuations in foreign exchange market- these, as well as many other factors, served as reasons for the search for additional sources of income among ordinary people who want to ensure stability at least in their wallets.

And if some of us have encountered the above situation first-hand, then how are things going with the Russian elite, in particular show business stars? The question remains open. But we will still find an answer to it in order to figure out who the crisis has benefited and who it has harmed.

How much do domestic stars earn?

According to materials from the organizer of concert events “Ru-concert” requests Russian performers the first echelon in 2015 increased by 1.5-3 times (20-100 thousand USD). By the way, few of the celebrities who are on the Olympus of national fame have lost due to exchange rate differences, because almost everyone prefers to receive fees in foreign currency.

Only a tiny part of the population acts as an exception. total number top stars: Oleg Gazmanov, the Lyube group, Nadezhda Babkina and others.

As for the middle price category, here the market conditions have developed in a radically opposite way. For example, participants in numerous music shows on federal TV, including Pierre Narcisse, Alexander Kireev, Anton Zatsepin and Alina Chuvashova, ask for minimal money by today's standards - from 50 thousand rubles. For comparison, a year earlier this amount was equal to 200 thousand rubles.

The most expensive performers

Legends have been made about how much Philip Kirkorov earns for decades. This year, the king of pop music is not slowing down, sharing the palm of the highest paid singers along with Grigory Leps, Leonid Agutin and Stas Mikhailov. The fees for each of them are €90-100 thousand for 1 hour of a corporate event. We suggest comparing this with.

Nikolai Baskov estimates his performances a little less - 80-85 thousand. e., and behind him comes Valery Meladze with 55 thousand. e.

Dima Bilan, Vitas and Verka Serduchka will ask you for €40 thousand, and the public’s favorite Ivan Dorn is about €35 thousand and exactly the same amount for “Mr. Black Star" - Timur Yunusov, aka Timati. We have a separate section on Timati’s fees.

Salaries of popular singers

The fair half of the stars of Russian show business have hopelessly inferior financial appetites to their colleagues in the person of Kirkorov, Mikhailov, Leps and Agutin. Only the prima donna of the Russian stage can compete with them with no less stunning requests of €70 thousand. But Alla Pugacheva herself lately Quite rarely pampers his fans even at corporate events ( all hope for).

  • L. Vaikule and T. Gverdtsiteli – 40-50;
  • Elka and T. Povaliy, Ani Lorak, V. Brezhnev - no more than 35;
  • Maxim, A. Semenovich, A. Varum, Nyusha, Polina Gagarina - from 20;
  • S. Loboda, Natalie, I. Bilyk – 15-20.

Musical groups

One of the most popular duets, “Potap and Nastya Kamensky,” churns out hits like hot cakes. To rock with them live to the fresh track “Bumdiggibay” you will have to fork out 45 thousand. e., which is comparable to . For the same money you can give preference to the shocking Sergei Shnurov and the Leningrad group, and saving 5,000 USD. e. opt for the no less eccentric Diana Arbenina, accompanied by the “Night Snipers”.

Among others (thousand euros):

  • “Mumiy Troll”, “Bi-2” – from 40;
  • “Beasts” and “A-studio” – 30;
  • “Silver”, “Tea”, “Boombox” – from 20;
  • “Degrees” and the updated composition of “VIA Gra” – 10-20.

Price list for services of leading show programs

Have you ever wondered how much it costs to invite a popular presenter to a corporate event? In fact, this is an unaffordable luxury for many, even far from poor, customers. For example, the record holders in this market segment are considered to be Ivan Urgant and Maxim Galkin, who will cost a pretty penny for as much as €50 thousand.

At the same time, alternative options with M. Galustyan, S. Svetlakov, G. Martirosyan, K. Sobchak, I. Vernik, G. Kharlamov and T. Batrutdinov will cost €20-40 thousand. Read more about residents' salaries Comedy Club- on . It is also worth taking into account the fact that the final fee is announced only after all formalities have been agreed upon with the star’s agent:

  • place and date of the event - weekdays, weekends, holidays;
  • format and duration of the show;
  • presenter's schedule;
  • content concert program etc.

Top 7 richest stars of Russian show business

Just recently, the analytical publication Forbes published a ranking of the wealthiest celebrities of 2015. And looking ahead, let’s say that our artists are not rich only in the stage.

Grigory Leps – $12.3 million.

G. Leps wins our list not only thanks to his outstanding voice, but also to his ability to properly manage his own money. In addition to creative activities, the artist's assets consist of a copyright store sunglasses, as well as two karaoke bars opened in Moscow and Kyiv together with the Ginza Project.

Philip Kirkorov – $10.5 million.

The generational favorite has performed over 160 concerts over the past 14 months, including appearances in the US, France, UAE and Singapore. In addition, according to a study by VTsIOM in 2014, Kirkorov was recognized as the most recognizable star in the post-Soviet space.

Nikolay Baskov – $7.5 million.

The People's Artist of the Russian Federation, Ukraine and Moldova is now collecting fees like mushrooms after rain. Meanwhile, fans of Nikolai Baskov are increasingly going crazy from scandals and gossip about his personal life. I wonder who will get the dowry of the vociferous heartthrob?

Valery Gergiev – $7.2 million.

The most sought-after conductor on the globe and part-time leader Mariinsky Theater, undoubtedly knows a lot about investments. Valery Abisalovich is a co-owner of the Eurodon agricultural holding with a 15% stake, which in 2014 brought him more than 300 million rubles. net profit.

Valery Meladze – $5 million.

On at the moment Meladze is a member of the board of directors International Union figures pop art. Two years ago, he harshly criticized journalists at an open meeting of the State Duma of the Russian Federation on issues related to the protection of citizens' rights in the information field. Plus, Valery Shotaevich owns a cafe-bar not far from the Kremlin. The restaurant project was organized jointly with Andrei Makarevich and Stas Namin.

Maxim Galkin – $4.7 million.

Alla Pugacheva’s husband has more than a hundred parodied politicians, actors, TV presenters, and representatives of Russian and foreign show business on his account. The announced figure itself causes delight in the viewer, who only has time to serve bread and circuses.

Dima Bilan – $4 million.

Did you know that Yana Rudkovskaya’s ward in 2012 expressed a desire to continue his creative path under his real name - Victor Belan? However, something didn't work out. Most likely, the producer did not want to risk the six-figure fees of the Eurovision winner, otherwise suddenly the fans would oppose such changes.

And finally, experts from Forbes predict high income growth in the next six months for the pop singer Nyusha. The candidate for the championship in the ranking of the richest celebrities in her young years has already managed to star in three films, voice over seven cartoons, combining her career as a TV presenter and solo performer.

In 2015 alone, Nyusha Shurochkina earned more than $2.5 million, but time will tell how many more millions the 24-year-old star will earn.

Every year since 1917, Forbes magazine has compiled a list of the richest and influential people peace. The publication is considered one of the most authoritative.

The list of world billionaires is especially popular among readers. The magazine includes articles about the ups and downs of businessmen and celebrities, and the secrets of their success.

The publication is published in ten countries around the world, in Russia since 2014. The 20 richest celebrities in Russia include actors, athletes, singers, models and TV presenters.

The richest woman in Russia

Name: Maria Sharapova
Rating number: 1
Revenue: $21.9 million
Maria is the first Russian tennis player to win the Wimbledon tournament. The girl became interested in this sport at the age of 4; her coach was sure that Maria had talent and he was right.


The athlete has repeatedly won various championships, Time magazine named her one of the 30 legends of women's tennis, and Forbes named her one of the richest women in the world.

The singer who lost his voice, but not his popularity

Name: Grigory Leps
Rating number: 2
Revenue: $9 million
Grigory Leps is an artist with incredible charisma. His life did not go smoothly.


At the beginning creative career he had difficulties with alcohol and drugs, which led to partial loss of his voice and health problems. He was able to cope with difficulties. The trials did not break him, but on the contrary added vitality, inspiration and popularity.

Scandalous artist with obscene songs

Name: Sergey Shnurov
Rating number: 3
Revenue: $11 million
The group “Leningrad” can be considered the musical brainchild of Sergei Shnurov; it was this project that brought him his current popularity.


In addition, the artist managed to act in films, be a TV presenter, voice characters in popular American films, and even try his hand at painting. His works are exhibited from time to time in the capital's galleries.

Single father

Name: Philip Kirkorov
Rating number: 4
Revenue: $7.6 million
An important role in the development of Kirkorov as a singer was played by him ex-wife Alla Pugacheva. Even though their marriage broke up, they continue to communicate.


Due to his hot-tempered nature, Kirkorov several times found himself at the center of scandals, although his creative colleagues speak positively about the artist. Good news for the artist’s fans was the appearance of a son and daughter in his family, born from surrogate mothers.

The richest athlete

Name: Alexander Ovechkin
Rating number: 5
Revenue: $12.1 million
Alexander was born into the family of a football player and a basketball player. At the age of 8, he began his career as a hockey player, playing in games with the Dynamo junior team. After some time, for his high success in games, he was transferred to the main team.


Next career step Ovechkin received a contract with an American hockey club. He would later be named one of the best players in the NHL. Since 2000, Alexander has been the highest paid athlete, and in the ranking of the most beautiful hockey players, many women give him honorable first places.

Two in one: a chic model and a mother of many children

Name: Natalia Vodianova
Rating number: 6
Income: $7 million
The story of Natalia Vodianova is similar to the story of Cinderella. The girl had a difficult childhood, her family lived poorly, so, as a schoolgirl, Natasha already worked in the market.


Because of this, her performance at school was low, but the girl did not lose heart. She luckily went to a model casting in hometown, and a week later I was already in Paris. In just 10 years, Vodianova managed to work with the best fashion designers and fashion houses, after which she left the business for the sake of her family and charity.

Eligible groom

Name: Sergey Lazarev
Rating number: 7
Revenue: $1.3 million
Former member of the groups “Fidgets” and “Smash!!”, famous actor, TV presenter and participant in various TV shows, solo singer and silver voice of Eurovision 2016 - this is all Sergey Lazarev. After breaking up with Lera Kudryavtseva, he again became an eligible bachelor.


However, information periodically appears in the press that Sergei’s heart is occupied again; no one knows who she is, but they say that the girl is connected with show business.

Musician from social networks

Name: Egor Creed
Ranking number: 8 Income: $3.6 million
Yegor Creed literally burst into show business in 2011. The charming singer posted in social network his track “Love on the Net,” which became very popular in a few weeks. The guy began filming videos for his songs, advertising them on social networks.


In 2012, Egor recorded a cover version of one of Timati’s songs, after which he signed a contract with the production center BlackStar Inc., owned by Timur Yunusov (Timati).

Jeans and T-shirt: her timeless look

Name: Zemfira
Rating number: 9
Income: $6 million
Zemfira is a popular and mysterious star. Her songs and manner of performance have made the singer a favorite performer of many, but her personal life attracts no less attention.


Zemfira was credited with having affairs with Renata Litvinova and Roman Abramovich, but whether this is true is unknown.

Ice is the element of Evgeni Malkin

Name: Evgeni Malkin
Rating number: 10
Revenue: $9.9 million
The son of a former hockey player followed in his father’s footsteps, reaching incredible heights in this field.


Evgeniy is one of the highest-paid hockey players in the world, a Stanley Cup winner, and was awarded the title of Honored Master of Sports of the Russian Federation for his contribution to the development of Russian hockey and a personal award for the best NHL player.

The most famous hip-hop artist in Russia

Name: Timati
Ranking number: 11
Revenue: $3.2 million
Timati gained popularity on the project “Star Factory - 4”. He did not become its winner, but at the end of the project he created the group “Banda”, which brought popularity to its participants.


After some time, the artist left for solo project, creating the production center “Black Star Inc.” In addition, he launched the “Black Star by TIMATI” clothing line for fans of R&B and Hip-Hop culture.

Winner of the Star Factory

Name: Polina Gagarina
Ranking number: 12
Income: $3 million
Polina Gagarina owes her popularity to the Star Factory project, although she never signed a contract with Max Fadeev.


People's love for the singer came after her participation in Eurovision 2015. After that, she was invited to the popular television project “The Voice” as a mentor.

The creative pseudonym became the official name

Name: Dima Bilan
Ranking number: 13
Income: $4 million
Dima Bilan is the favorite of many young girls, each of them dreams of starring in his video. Dima's first producer, Yuri Aizenshpis, did a lot of work to create a new image of the singer, and he succeeded, his protégé took top places in all the charts.


After the death of Aizenshpis, the singer had to make his pseudonym his official name, otherwise the artist would not have the rights to it. At that time, Yana Rudkovskaya became its producer. Bilan’s real victory was his participation in Eurovision 2008, where he took first place.

Natural blond, there's only one like him in the whole country

Name: Nikolay Baskov
Ranking number: 14
Revenue: $4.7 million
Singer and showman Nikolai Baskov began his career as an opera singer.


The hit “Hurdy Organ” opened the door for him to the world of pop music, where he gained many fans. Nikolay does not limit his activities to music, often acting as a host and guest of entertainment shows.

Highly paid professions of Ksenia Sobchak

Name: Ksenia Sobchak
Ranking number: 15
Income: $1 million
Ksenia Sobchak is one of the highest paid presenters on Russian television.


The blonde is known for her “sharp tongue” and great sense of humor. Despite the fact that she is the daughter of the late mayor of St. Petersburg, Ksenia herself achieved high position in society.

Son of a great father

Name: Nikita Mikhalkov
Ranking number: 16
Revenue: $0.35 million
Whatever Nikita Mikhalkov undertakes, he succeeds. He is a talented actor, his directorial works receive the highest awards.

After which his name disappeared from publication for some time. Only in 2015 did Basta reappear in show business, as a mentor for the “Voice” project.

Famous actor and showman

Name: Ivan Urgant
Ranking number: 18
Revenue: $2.2 million
Ivan Urgant’s first income came from being a waiter in a nightclub, then he became the host of night shows, performing under the pseudonym Jean-Michel.


After graduating from the St. Petersburg Academy theatrical arts he was invited to the radio stations “Russian Radio” and “Hit FM” as a presenter. Urgant dreamed of running more serious programs, and he succeeded.

The most handsome actor according to many women

Name: Dmitry Nagiev
Ranking number: 19
Revenue: $3.2 million
Dmitry Nagiyev is one of the highest paid actors in Russia. Films with his participation are doomed to success.


His personal life arouses many interests, but Dmitry has for many years adhered to the image of a brutal bachelor, although from time to time information appears in the press that he is still married.

Ex-girlfriend of Yegor Creed

Name: Nyusha
Ranking number: 20
Revenue: $1.3 million
Nyusha is the youngest celebrity in the top 20 richest. From the age of 3, the girl studied vocals. The singer’s career began with her participation in the “STS Lights a Star” project, after which her songs became hits on all dance floors.


Nyusha’s personal life is not advertised, but it became known that she had a relationship with Yegor Creed, which ended due to her father’s dissatisfaction with the girl’s choice.

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Published a ranking of the highest paid singers in the world. The first place on the list was taken by the pop singer, who rose by as many as eight positions over the year. An impressive contribution to the rapid rise of the 34-year-old American was made by her “Witness” concert tour, which included 80 performances. In addition, the artist, whose income was $83 million, served on the jury of the American Idol television show on.

Second place in the ranking went to 28-year-old Taylor Swift, who earned $80 million. In November 2017, the singer released her album “Reputation,” which sold 2 million copies worldwide in the first week after its release. The only reason, which did not allow the artist to top the list was that most of her tour, dedicated to the release of the new record, took place outside the completed Forbes competition “season”.

The top three was completed by 37-year-old Beyoncé, who showed an income of $60 million. According to the source,

The star singer spent most of the reporting period quite modestly, devoting herself to raising newborn twins and caring for rapper Jay-Z, her husband. At the same time, closer to summer, Beyoncé finally came out of hibernation, delighting fans with an innovative performance at the Coachella festival, as well as a joint album with her husband, “Everything Is Love.”

Right behind the R&B singer is pop-rock singer Pink, who earned $52 million. The bulk of her income (the artist’s real name) came from her tour, organized on the occasion of the release of the album “Beautiful Trauma.” It is noteworthy that the grandiose tour of the 39-year-old American will end only in October next year, and therefore next year Forbes ranking it will probably be quite high.

The last representative of the top 5 was the outrageous singer, who recently has every right to call herself a real actress. The film was released in 2018 "A Star Is Born", the star's directorial debut "Bachelor Party in Vegas", which has already grossed almost $350 million worldwide. In the remake of the popular musical of the 1930s, the singer, as you might guess, played the main role.

Sixth, in turn, was the 49-year-old, whose income amounted to $47 million. Compared to the previous year, the singer’s earnings increased by 24 percent. Not the most last role This rise was fueled by the release of the hit single “Dinero,” which the Bronx native recorded with DJ Khalid and rap star Cardi B.

Seventh place was taken by the R&B singer, who earned $37.5 million. Unlike many other neighbors on the list, the 30-year-old singer enriched herself not through multiple performances, but thanks to her own lines of lingerie and cosmetics.

The eighth position remained with the German singer Russian origin Helena Fischer - in a year, a native of Krasnoyarsk replenished her personal account by $32 million, having skated an incredibly successful financial tour.

The ninth was the legendary Canadian Celine Dion, who celebrated her 50th birthday this year. Performer of the immortal hit from "Titanic" earned $31 million, largely thanks to touring.

In 2017, Alla Pugacheva is still the highest paid Russian pop star.

New Year holidays This is the time of corporate events to which stars are invited. The most popular stars receive such sums during this period that they may not work for the next few months.

The day before, experts calculated what fees Russian pop stars receive for one performance at a corporate event and compiled a list of the TOP 10 highest paid artists in Russian show business in 2017.

As a result, she expectedly ended up in first place with a fee of $350 thousand. In 2010, Pugacheva stopped touring and since then has not given a single solo concert, but has not retired from active creative activity: she often takes part in large quantities collected concerts and television shows, and also regularly releases new songs.

In second place, a rather controversial character on the Russian stage, leads corporate events for $100 thousand.

Closes the top three - $100 thousand. Soviet and Russian singer Georgian origin, composer, producer, member of the International Union of Pop Artists. Leps is still one of the most popular and most invited artists, he has a lot of work during the New Year holidays.

He took fourth place - $75 thousand. The most popular singer Russian stage, but the price tag for his performances is appropriate. It is noted that the artist almost doubled the price for his corporate performance, but he is still often “booked.”

Fifth place: Soviet and Russian rock band "Chaif" - from $70 thousand.

In sixth place was the Soviet and Russian pop singer, producer and TV presenter of Georgian origin - from $50 thousand.

In seventh place alternative rock band, formed in 1988 "Bi-2" - from $40 thousand.

In eighth place is Ukrainian and Russian pop singer, actress, TV presenter, former member pop groups" VIA Gra" – from $40 thousand.

In ninth place Russian singer, composer, actress, model. Representative of Russia at music competition Eurovision 2015 – from $40 thousand.

And the TOP 10 is completed by a Russian singer, theater, film and voice actor, TV presenter, former member Smash groups – from $40 thousand.

This selection was not compiled at random: the names of all 7 musicians (and their groups) more than once or even twice were included in the final Forbes lists of the TOP record holders for the amount of honestly earned fees per year. Whose concert ticket would you also spare money for?

Elton John

Sir Elton John has sold 250 million records worldwide in the last 30 years and shows no signs of slowing down. The British solo artist is ranked 49th on the list greatest performers according to the magazine Rolling Stone. We assume that this year the budget of the Commander of the Order of the British Empire will receive another replenishment. Surely, in connection with the 20th anniversary of the death of the Princess of Wales, the album Candle in the Wind 1997 - an “upgrade” of the studio version of Candle in the Wind, dedicated to Elton’s close friend Diana - will again sound in the hearts and speakers of mobile devices of Lady Di’s fans. This means that a reissue and a jump in sales are very likely. Let us remember that at one time the album sold 37 million copies and it was Elton John who sang the song of the same name at the funeral ceremony in Westminster Abbey (and for it he received a Grammy as best pop artist).

Performance of the song Candle in the Wind (Goodbye England's Rose) at Princess Diana's funeral

U2's 360° Tour in support of 2009's No Line on the Horizon, which ran from 2009 to 2011, became the highest-grossing tour in global music history. By the time it was completed, the group, having played in front of a total audience of more than 7 million people, had earned about $700 million in ticket sales. Exactly a year ago, in August 2016, U2 officially announced that their next album, Songs of Experience, would be released in 2017, and the band was preparing a new grandiose super show for the occasion.

Get On Your Boots ─ first and lead single from the album No Line on the Horizon (2009)

Jon Bon Jovi

In 2010, Bon Jovi opened the new 80,000-capacity MetLife Stadium in the band's home state of New Jersey with a series of three fantastic concerts. They took place as part of The Circle World Tour, which started after the release of the eleventh in November 2009 album The Circle (by the way, it instantly took first place on Billboard magazine's top 200 chart as the most popular and best-selling disc in the USA). Having played 74 shows, the group earned more than $200 million. Naturally, after that the Bon Jovi group topped the list of the most successful touring acts.

This House Is Not for Sale ─ the lead single from the band's latest (thirteenth) studio album This House Is Not for Sale

Paul McCartney

With its Guinness World Record holder status as the most... successful musician the ex-Beatle could easily rest on the well-deserved laurels of his victories - they could easily provide him with a comfortable old age. But that's definitely not the 16-time Grammy Award winner's path. Surprisingly, the 2000s became a time of renewal and revival for McCartney, who had crossed the 60-year mark. He received a knighthood for his contribution to the development of music, an Oscar nomination for the soundtrack to Vanilla Sky, and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for the love of the public. Even after celebrating his 70th birthday, Sir Paul (now 75 years old) continues to actively tour. Of course, the years take their toll: due to an “unknown virus” three years ago, the singer was forced to cancel planned large-scale concerts in Japan. However, this hardly lightened his wallet: a little earlier, the musician, having performed about 30 solo shows in 12 months, collected $130 million at the box office.

Yesterday performed by Paul McCartney, Jay-Z and the band Linkin Park at the 48th Grammy Awards

Justin Bieber

The Canadian singer continues to be one of the youngest successful performers of our time. His debut album My World, released in 2009, went platinum in the US, Canada and the UK, and the biographical documentary Never Say Never Again became the highest-grossing concert film in the world. American history. The golden boy knows no rest and continues to record songs and tour (in the fruitful year of 2013, when he earned an admirable $80 million, he also visited Russia). Keeps him afloat singing activity perfume line Justin Bieber– 7 fragrances created by Bieber in collaboration with the famous perfume designer Honorine Blanc.

One Time ─ debut single from debut mini-album My World

American rap artist Shawn Corey Carter may well have become a billionaire by now: at least five years ago, his fortune was estimated at $500 million. Creative activity Jay-Z deserves respect: 13 of his albums rose to the top of the Billboard chart, and this is still, whatever one may say, the first place out of two hundred positions. However, the rapper’s income is regularly replenished not only (and not so much) by concerts: he is an active businessman (owns a record label, a basketball club and a clothing line), as well as the husband of Beyoncé, whose contribution to the family treasury, if not exceeds his own, then certainly compare with him.

Crazy in Love ─ collaboration with then-girlfriend Beyoncé for her debut album Dangerously in Love

Sales of Muse's seven studio and four live albums have exceeded $15 million. After the release of the film Twilight in 2008, the soundtrack of which included the song Supermassive Black Hole from the album Black Holes and Revelations (2006), the group collected a record $76 in their homeland in Britain million, having played 63 shows. The band's bassist Chris Wolstenholme then said: "You have to take every opportunity (obviously to make extra money - editor's note), but you have to be willing to sell your soul in doing so." Let's forgive the musician for his self-interest: unlike his colleagues in the band, he has six shops (the musician actually has six children with his wife Kelly - editor's note), and this is a big responsibility.

Supermassive Black Hole ─ soundtrack for the TV series Supernatural, the video game FIFA 07 and the film Twilight