Forbes sure love their lists don’t they? Well this one names Jennifer Lopez as the most powerful celebrity in the world. She beat out Oprah Winfrey and Justin Bieber. We guess her comeback has come full circle thanks to American Idol.
| 2012 Rank | Celebrity | 2012 Earnings | 2011 Rank | 2011 Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jennifer Lopez | $52 million | 50 | $25 million |
| 2 | Oprah Winfrey | $165 million | 2 | $290 million |
| 3 | Justin Bieber | $55 million | 3 | $53 million |
| 4 | Rihanna | $53 million | New | N/A |
| 5 | Lady Gaga | $52 million | 1 | $90 million |
| 6 | Britney Spears | $58 million | Returnee | N/A |
| 7 | Kim Kardashian | $18 million | New | N/A |
| 8 | Katy Perry | $45 million | 12 | $44 million |
| 9 | Tom Cruise | $75 million | Returnee | N/A |
| 10 | Steven Spielberg | $130 million | 22 | $107 million |