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‎On a crisp March morning in East London, Steven Bartlett walks into his Shoreditch recording studio—home of The Diary of a CEO, one of the most influential podcasts on the planet. As cameras begin to roll for a high-stakes debate between economist Gary Stevenson and entrepreneur Daniel Priestly, Bartlett prepares for another viral moment. But behind the lenses and the headlines, he’s quietly redefining the future of media—on his own terms. ‎ ‎' Steven Bartlett. ' ‎Sebastian Nevols for Forbes ‎ ‎With over 10 million YouTube subscribers, 25 million social media followers, and a podcast that frequently challenges The Joe Rogan Experience in global rankings, Bartlett sits at the pinnacle of independent podcasting. And yet, in 2024, when presented with deals reportedly valued at $100 million, he said no. ‎ ‎Why? Because Bartlett sees the traditional podcast model as outdated—and he believes that no major media network can match the growth, agility, and data-driven edge ...

‎Lalisa Manobal—better known as Lisa of BLACKPINK—is rewriting the rules of what it means to be a global pop powerhouse. With an estimated net worth of $25 million, Lisa isn’t just BLACKPINK’s richest member—she’s one of the most financially successful solo K-pop artists of her generation. And with multiple ventures propelling her forward, that figure is poised to soar even higher. ‎ ‎' Lalisa Manobal. ' ‎Getty Images ‎ ‎Lisa’s financial empire is rooted in her prolific music career, both as a member of BLACKPINK and as a solo artist. Her debut solo album Lalisa set records, with nearly 750,000 copies sold in its first week in South Korea—making her the first female K-pop soloist to achieve such a feat. Tracks like “Lalisa” and “Money” not only dominated global charts but became viral sensations, cementing her status as a cultural phenomenon. ‎ ‎Now 27, Lisa is taking control of her career trajectory. After choosing not to renew her solo contract with YG Entertainme...

Lily-Rose Depp doesn't mind if people want to see her fail since she's aiming to "prove them wrong." The actress, the daughter of actor-musician Johnny Depp and French model-actress-singer Vanessa Paradis, recently spoke with Vanity Fair on her struggle to develop her own identity in Hollywood, amid criticism. Lily-Rose Depp. Getty Images "I feel like people have been ready to see me fail, in a way, since I was a kid," she say. "That has just motivated me to strive harder and prove them incorrect. Not in a vengeful way, but rather as fuel for my fire. I want to establish that I am a hard worker, and I am only here to work hard. But Rob [Eggers, Nosferatu's director] was on my bucket list. I didn't expect to work with him so quickly, so early in my career." The Idol star added that she's accustomed to the continual pressure since "it's been my life" and she "comes from a family of artists." "Both ...

Blac Chyna is marking a significant milestone. After dating songwriter Derrick Milano for almost a year, the "Seen Her" rapper has proposed to him. Derrick proposed to Chyna at Howard University's homecoming event, popularly known as Yardfest, on October 18 in front of a crowd of students cheering them on. Blac Chyna and Derrick Milano. Frazer Harrison/FilmMagic In a video posted on X, formerly Twitter, Derrick is shown dropping down on one knee in front of Chyna (real name Angela White) with a ring box and asking, "Will you marry me?" Chyna appeared stunned by the question, but instantly kissed and hugged Derrick before he placed the ring on her finger. Derrick then repeated the question, "Angela, will you marry me?" and eagerly tells the audience, "She said 'Yes!'" Derrick also expressed his joy on Instagram, uploading photographs of the two admiring the ring in his Stories, as well as many videos of the moment. This is...

Rihanna couldn't be happier to be the mother of two boisterous sons. After a video of her son RZA attempting to climb out of his playpen went viral last month, the singer/entrepreneur spoke with Access Hollywood about what she's learned from her children with boyfriend rapper A$AP Rocky — they also have a year-old son Riot — and what it's been like adjusting to full-time motherhood. ' Rihanna ' for Dior. Steven Klein "It's fun, literally, I enjoy it so much," remarked the singer, who hasn't released a new album since 2016's Anti. "I'm simply staring at them and living through them, and I'm astonished by each new discovery they make, even their boundaries. They're teaching me how to be their mother just as much as I'm teaching them how to navigate this world and guide them as best I can." Rihanna, who is also an older sibling, described RZA's adjustment to becoming a big bro as "rough." He come...

Selena Gomez may now add billionaire status to her extensive list of accomplishments. The 32-year-old actress, singer, investor, and businesswoman just reached the financial milestone, making her one of the youngest self-made billionaires in the United States, according to Bloomberg, which estimates her net worth at $1.3 billion. Selena Gomez. Lionel Hahn/Getty Images The "Only Murders in the Building" star's money is derived from music, business partnerships, and acting, but the "vast bulk" of her wealth is linked to Rare Beauty, her 5-year-old makeup line that is popular among influencers and teenagers, according to the journal. Gomez's net worth is calculated using Bloomberg's "estimated value" of her stake in the beauty brand, as well as her interest in mental health platform Wondermind and other earnings from her music, acting, properties, and partnerships that she promotes on social media, including her 424 million Instagram f...