Bob Marley
Legendary reggae singer Bob Marley is among the list of highest paid dead celebrities in the world, earning US$16 million in the last year.
The annual list compiled by Forbes Magazine attributes Marley's wealth to his brand of products which covers speakers, turntables, headphones, clothing and lighters.
His music continues to be streamed consistently, with hits like Is This Love and Jamming contributing to more than one billion streams in the United States.
Topping the list this year was British novelist Roald Dahl, the creator of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, with earnings of a whopping US$513 million.
The top 10 earners include Prince, who made US$120 million, and Michael Jackson with US$75 million.
Elvis Presley earned US$30 million and R&B singer Luther Vandross US$21 million.
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