15+ Celebrities Who Played the Role of Entrepreneurs in Real Life

Most likely, when you see a celebrity, you believe that she just needs to pose for the cameras to earn a lot of money and live without worries, surrounded by luxuries and hundreds of admirers. However, this is not always the case. Whether for the realization of a dream, to have a hobby or even out of necessity, some celebrities went beyond their artistic activities and embarked on an adventure in the business world, investing in beauty products, restaurants, design and even Internet services you may be familiar with.

O awesome.club presents the businesses in which celebrities have worked hard to be even closer to the public and their fans.

In 2005, the American singer and actress collaborated with the designer Vince Camuto in a shoe line. The success obtained with the project propelled her to create a commercial brand named after him. Today, Jessica Simpson’s collection offers clothing, shoes, sunglasses and accessories, generating annual revenues close to a billion dollars. The famous points out that Maxwell, her daughter, is a fundamental part of the inspiration to create her products.

In 2015, the socialite launched a lip kit on the market that was a great sales success. That was the trigger for the creation of Kylie Cosmetics, whose products include eyeshadow palettes, blushes and concealers. He later developed Kylie Skin, a new skincare range with gluten-free and paraben-free ingredients. Kylie stated that in her youth she couldn’t find a lipstick and eyeliner that matched her lips perfectly, hence the idea of ​​creating the item.

Kravitz Design is a company founded in 2003 by the musician and Grammy winner, dedicated mainly to the design of interiors. His work can be admired in the decorations of hotels, residences and condominiums. He also collaborates with other brands, such as Leica cameras. Kravitz did not attend any drawing courses, however he considered that observing and interacting with different creative artists was enough to give free rein to his imagination.

The Barbadian singer entered the business world in 2017 with Fenty Beauty, a line of cosmetics that brings a touch of beauty to women, regardless of skin tone. It also includes a line exclusively dedicated to skin care. As if that weren’t enough, she’s at the head of a collection of lingerie called Savage X Fenty, as well as clothing and accessories brand Fenty. In 2019, Rihana herself, with her team, gave a complete presentation of her beauty products.

One of the celebrities who recently decided to create a line was this American singer. Following her personal concept of beauty, in 2020 Selena launched the Rare Beauty brand, which includes cosmetics and facial products suitable for women who want to feel unique. The artist made one of her first presentations of her makeup line accompanied by NikkieTutorials, youtuber specializing in beauty.

After the Beatles broke up, Paul decided to create a partnership dedicated to protecting his business interests. This is how, in 1969, the company MPL Communications was born. In addition to being the office that represents the musician in his professional activities, according to information from the music media, it holds the rights to 25,000 compositions, such as works by Buddy Holly, Carl Perkins and Louis Jordan, among other composers, and grants licenses so that they can be marketed.

The actress has a long experience as a businesswoman. It began in 1995 when she founded the company Flower Films with Nancy Juvonen, who continues to work in film and series production. Outside the artistic scope, in 2013 she created her Flower Beauty cosmetics line, while in 2019 she entered the furniture and decoration business with Flower Home. Drew commented that the creation of her makeup brand came about during her stint as co-creative director of CoverGirl.

The actor teamed up with two of his brothers, Donnie and Paul, to start a music business. fast food, which he named Wahlburgers. What started in 2011 with its first establishment is now a franchise with several branches in the United States, Canada and England, offering hamburgers, sandwiches, salads and the favorite dishes for each member of the family. The fame gained from the business inspired the creation of a reality show, which already has 10 seasons.

THE top model it has been present on some of the best catwalks in the world, but its lesser-known facet has an equally important value. Applying her knowledge in programming and with the help of other companies, in 2015 she created Kode with Klossy, a two-week educational program for girls between 13 and 18 years old to learn how to properly use technology tools. Karlie declared that her desire to be an entrepreneur came before dedicating herself to the modeling world.

In 2005, the actor and singer founded William Rast with his friend Trace Ayala, a casual clothing line identified with the American South. The formation of the brand name derives from the grandparents of both founders. According to Justin Timberlake’s explanation at the presentation of his collection, the inspiration for the pieces they manufacture comes from Tennessee, their state of origin, and was mixed with the glamor of classic Hollywood stars, such as James Dean and Marlon Brando.

After being recognized as one of the most powerful female celebrities of 2019, the singer has used part of her fortune in some business projects. One of them is its line of perfumes, started in 2010 with the launch of its first product: Heat. In the first three years, her fragrance sales reached the sum of 400 million dollars.

the actor of machete adds to his example of life his business side, which conquers the taste of many people. In 2016, Danny opened his first restaurant, Trejo’s Tacos. Currently, there are branches throughout California offering a variety of tacos and a vegan food menu. And for lovers of donuts and coffee, Trejo’s Coffee & Donuts is the place to be. In an interview, the artist declared that it was during the recording of a film that he had the idea of ​​​​investing in food.

if you believe that Elektra it was the only opportunity to admire her as a superhero, so you must know another part of the actress’s life. Garner co-founded Once Upon a Farm in 2017, a line of children’s food products made with organic ingredients, many of them grown on a farm in California. Based on her experience as an ambassador for a charitable organization, the famous explained that she wanted to join a company to improve the nutrition of the little ones.

A few actors have made a splash as shareholders in sports teams, but only one Oscar winner has founded a soccer team. Portman joined forces with Julie Uhrman and Kara Nortman to create a women’s soccer team based in Los Angeles. The project, tentatively named Angel City, is expected to begin its activities in professional sports in 2022. The actress stressed the importance of having women as role models for boys and girls. Other celebrities, such as Eva Longoria, América Ferrara and Jennifer Garner, will participate in the organization as investors.

An area of ​​over 800 hectares has become the perfect place for the actor to carry out a real estate project, where it is possible to live fully with nature. This is how Teháma was born, a venture located in Carmel, California. In exchange for a generous amount, you can own part of this green paradise to build your heritage. There is also a golf club, an events hall and leisure areas with a swimming pool. Eastwood commented that he realized the use of the place when he enlisted in the army in the 1950s.

If you wonder why the actress made so few appearances in show business lately, the answer lies in its brand called Fabletics. In October 2013, Kate Hudson, with Justfab founders Don Ressler and Adam Goldenberg, set in motion the creation of high-quality sportswear at an affordable price. In an interview she pointed out that, thanks to her daily work at her company, she only makes the films she wants.

In 2015, the actress created a clothing line and named it Draper James. Currently, the brand has broadened its horizons and also offers women’s accessories, among which handbags, hats and jewelry stand out. As per Reese’s words, the name of the business comes from her grandparents Dorothea Draper and James Witherspoon. She also points out that they were the main inspiration for her brand to carry a mark of her southern heritage on the pieces sold.

The famous film director like Kill Bill and Pulp Fiction: Times of Violence entered the business world when he became the owner of New Beverly Cinema, a movie theater located in Los Angeles and founded in 1978 by Sherman Torgan. Since 2007, the year Tarantino became owner, the theater has regularly offered two screenings of films in 35mm format. The filmmaker himself is the curator of the content of the projections and collaborates with exclusive reviews for the site.

Like these celebrities, do you have a business of your own that you are proud of?