Forbes have released their annual richest musicians list, Ashley Hart and Barbara Palvin are together in the new Mambo campaign, and an unlikely star has taken Australia by storm.
By Chloe Schneider
The World’s Richest Musicians 2013
It’s always up for debate which musicians actually have the most talent, or even which are the most popular but there’s one thing we can ascertain — who is making the bringing in the most money!
Forbes annual list of the highest earning musicians was released this week and its proved that, when it comes to earnings, it’s (thankfully) not about being the youngest, the hottest, or making the most headlines.
The star to take the top spot is none other than 56-year-old Madonna who secured the top spot by earning $125 million in financial year 2012/13 thanks in part to her MDNA tour, Material Girl clothing line, and Truth or Dare fragrance. It was no small margin either, Madge out-earned second-place holder Lady Gaga by a jaw-dropping $45 million!
Third place went to Bon Jovi at $79 million, followed by Toby Keith at $65 million, and Coldplay at $64 million. To round out the top ten we have (in order) Justin Bieber, Taylor Swift, Elton John, Beyoncé, and Kenny Chesney.
We’re a little surprised Beyoncé didn’t rank higher on the list, especially as her Mrs Carter World Tour was well and truly under way before the cut off point for the financial year. Better luck next time?
Ashley Hart and Barbara Palvin for Mambo
The 30th birthday makeover is nothing new, but iconic Aussie brand Mambo (who hit the big 3-Oh in January this year) have taken it to new heights with a brand new website, a smoking new look and two mega babes to front up their first global campaign.
Victoria’s Secret model Barbara Palvin and Aussie Ashley Hart are together in the campaign images and video shot in Venice Beach USA by the legendary Jason Lee Parry and the result is nothing short of summer perfection.
Both of the girls are adding ‘Mambassador’ to already-impressive resumes and extremely busy schedules. While Barbara has been enjoying her time as the face of L’Oreal, Ashley has had a huge 2013 with partnerships with Swisse and more. Watch the campaign video below and if you, like us, can’t take your eyes off the girl’s impressive abs, read our interview with Ashley Hart on her health and fitness regime.
Sell Out Star Hits Sydney Opera House
There’s been an unlikely star making waves in Sydney this week, and her sell-out shows were harder to get tickets for than some of the world’s biggest stars…
The multi-million dollar celeb we’re referring to is none other than Peppa Pig, a pink-dressed, mischievous little pig who has proved to have some seriously major star power down under.
Not only did Peppa sell out 12 Sydney Opera House shows in under 4 hours, her television show is ABCs most popular online program with an incredible 16.7 million plays via iView this year alone.
We headed to Peppa’s show at the Sydney Opera House today and the little pig that could did not disappoint. Her mischievous sense of humour, smarts, and infallible style sensibilities (if it works, keep wearing it, right?) make her the perfect role model.
Move over Miss Piggy, there’s a new mega piggy in town!
Rescu. Loves: Peppa Pig is a big supporter of the Australian charity Life’s Little Treasures Foundation. Over the coming year Peppa Pig will be the brand ambassador for Life’s Little Treasures Foundation to raise funds that will support families with babies born prematurely or sick.
Check out www.peppapig.com.au
