Jay-Z has become the world's first billionaire rapper.
That's according to Forbes magazine, which has estimated that the singer's wealth "conservatively totals" to $1 billion.
It based on the combined value of his businesses and investments.
His superstar wife is reportedly worth about $335 million, and they have had a joint net worth over $1 billion.
Jay-Z joins an elite club of entertainers that includes Oprah Winfrey, George Lucas, Steven Spielberg and Michael Jordan.
Taylor Swift named to Songwriters Hall of Fame
Taylor Swift, 36, will become the second-youngest songwriter ever inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, joining the ranks of Stevie Wonder, who was 33 when he was inducted in 1983, the organization announced on Wednesday.
Coca-Cola Arena to mark 500th event with sold-out LANY concert
Coca-Cola Arena will mark its 500th event on Friday with a sold-out performance by global pop-rock sensation LANY and a bespoke lighting show that aims to "reflect (on) the scale, ambition and energy of the journey so far and the future ahead".
Singers Lola Young, Olivia Dean lead BRIT Awards nominations
Young talent have led nominations for the BRIT Awards on Wednesday, with singers Olivia Dean and Lola Young receiving five nods each for Britain's pop music honours.
Pharrell Williams shows discreet elegance with Louis Vuitton collection
Louis Vuitton men's designer Pharrell Williams has presented a collection of understated elegance in muted tones on Tuesday to kick off Paris Fashion Week.
Jason Statham's 'Shelter' combines action and emotion
Jason Statham is back in action in "Shelter", but the British actor says his latest thriller is powered by his character's emotional arc.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has announced the launch of the District IO project in Dubai Silicon Oasis that aims to build a hub for emerging sectors like AI and smart mobility.
The Foreign Ministers of the UAE, Turkey, Egypt, Jordan, Indonesia, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Qatar have welcomed US President Donald Trump's invitation for their leaders to join the Board of Peace.
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, has attended the inauguration of Hewi Nad Al Sheba, the first community space launched under the 'Hewi Dubai' initiative.
