Michael Jackson has got the top rank in the annula Forbes magazine list of top-earning dead celebrities. The King of Pop has earned $275m in the last year. This figure is more than the earning of any other celebrity, dead or alive, except Oprah Winfrey. “Jackson’s spot atop our top earning dead celebrities list should come as no surprise given the renewed interest,” said Lacey Rose, the Forbes writer.

Jackson’s album sales and radio airplay have accounted for $50m. The sales of a video game, memorabilia and a re-released autobiography were estimated to be worth $50m. Jackson’s estate has earned more than the next 12 deceased celebrities combined, estimated the Forbes magazine. His estate has struck deals for releasing previously unheard music and merchandise, toys and many other products.

Ms Rose said, “Thanks to a lucrative catalogue, hit film and album sales, the late king of pop earned more in the last year than Lady Gaga, Madonna and Jay-Z, combined.” Micheal Jackson has a huge fan following. He is still loved by millions. His music albums are among the favorites of millions of music lovers. So, what has been written above is not a surprise, rather it is expected.