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Taylor Swift is now the world’s richest female musician, according to Forbes.

At age 34, she was first identified as a billionaire in October 2023, with a net worth now estimated at $1.6 billion, mostly from her music catalog and ongoing Eras Tour.

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Taylor Swift with her awards at the 2024 MTV VMAs.
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Swift is recognized as the first musician to reach billionaire status mainly through her music. Her assets include approximately $600 million from royalties, a music catalog valued at around $600 million, and $125 million in real estate.

This past year was busy for Swift: she released her 11th studio album, The Tortured Poets Department, reaching #1 on the Billboard 200 chart for 15 weeks.

As the Eras Tour continues, Swift has also been seen supporting her boyfriend, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce.

Although she missed the recent game and Kelce’s birthday celebration, TMZ reports she will return for the upcoming game against the New Orleans Saints.

The Eras Tour resumes on October 18 in Miami Gardens, Florida.