Cyndi Lauper | Est. $30 Million

Iconic singer and songwriter Cyndi Lauper became the sound of the ’80s. She was born Cynthia Ann Stephanie Lauper on June 22, 1953, in Astoria, New York. Her songs have become total hits, including Girls Just Wanna Have Fun, which was released in 1983. Aside from her fun music, she is also known for her unique style. Her big hairstyles gave fashion a twist during her time.

From her fruitful musical career, she has amassed a whopping net worth of $30 million. Using both her fortune and her fame, she also advocates for the LGBTQ+ community. Even at the height of her career, she has been known to fight for their basic human rights. Part of her investment money also went to True Colors Residence, a home she put up for homeless minors who are members of the LGBTQ+ sector. In 2012, Cyndi Lauper wrote her autobiography Cyndi Lauper: A Memoir.