Lady Gaga Is The Wealthiest Female Musician
December 15th, 2011 12:00pm EST
Lady Gaga has been named the highest-earning woman in music with an estimated income of more than $90 million.
The pop superstar has come top of a list of 2011's wealthiest female stars compiled by Forbes magazine, which put Gaga's earnings down to lucrative endorsement deals and her long-running world tour.
The "Poker Face" star's nearest rival is country singer Taylor Swift, who came second in the list by bringing in approximately $45 million over the last 12 months. Swift is closely followed by pop star Katy Perry in third with $44 million.
The top five is rounded out by Beyonce and Rihanna at four and five respectively.
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Photo Credits: Felipe Ramales, PacificCoastNews.com
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