Dead Celebrity

28 Oct 2010 - Michael Jackson's sudden death sparked an outpouring of grief around the world, but fans also opened their wallets to make him this year's top-earning dead celebrity with USD 275 million, Forbes Magazine mentioned. Jackson brought in more than the combined total of the other 12 celebrities on the list, and he was ranked third on last years' over all list. Elvis Presley came in second and The Lord of the Rings author Tolkien came third, just before Charles Schultz, the creator of Charlie Brown. John Lennon ranked number five. "Jackson's top spot should come as no surprise given the renewed interest in his music, videos and all other things related to Michael Jackson," Forbes writer Lacey Rose said.