These 13 Celebrities Are Still Making More Money After Death Than Most Of Us Right Now

They’re the ones keeping the money flowing, the image polished, and the brand alive. Whether it’s a lawyer, a family member, or a big-shot trust company, they control everything from royalties and trademarks to real estate and name rights.

Basically, they turn fame into a business that keeps running, even when the star’s long gone. 

In MJ’s case, his kids are beneficiaries of a trust, Elvis’ estate splits profits with a corporation, and Dr. Seuss’ goes partly to educational foundations.