Michael Jackson earned $90 million after death
October 28th, 2009 - 9:42 pm ICT by IANS
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London, Oct 28 (IANS) Late pop legend Michael Jackson has earned $90 million since his death.
The singer, who died June 25, came third in Forbes.com’s annual top earning dead celebrities list with a huge financial haul, reported femalefirst.co.uk.
Jackson earned enormous sum from radio play, royalties from album sales, rights to his name and royalties from his stake in the Sony/ATV music catalogue.
Since Jackson’s death, there have also been numerous sales of memorabilia, iconic outfits and even a lock of his hair.
Elvis Presley dropped down from first position last year to fourth this time with earnings of $55 million.
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