How much money did Michael Jackson have when he died?

Answer 1

Michael Jackson's Net Worth

• There are so many different estimates out there, but it is being reported by CNBC that Michael Jackson could have been up to $500 million in debt.

• This will no doubt change in relationship to his estate, now that sales related to his music and associated items are soaring.

• $420 million in debt -- I mean, yes, he was the "King of Pop," but he had a spending problem.

Latest Update on Michael Jackson's Worth

ATV Catalog share (50%) of songs worth an estimated $1 billion;

Michael Jackson's Catalog of songs (100% share ) worth an estimated $1 billion;

Michael Jackson brand rights, worth an estimated $3 billion.

Total worth: $5 billion as of June 30, 2009.

Also, once they publish Michael Jackson's last will, we will know much more about Michael's final net worth. His will is supposed to be filed to LA court in a few days.

Although with all this he is the richest musician ever.

Answer 2

Despite numerous reports that Michael Jackson was "bankrupt" or "deeply in debt," the net value of his personal estate was estimated at between $200 and $500 million, and a posthumous contract with Sony Music Entertainment (for the album Michael) added as much as $250 million plus royalties. Altogether the estate has earned more than a billion dollars since his death in June 2009.

Answer 3

Michael at once was worth billions! When he stopped producing his music but kept shopping like he did he dropped down to being a millionaire. I'm not sure what he was worth exactly but in the millions.

Answer 4

Probably a lot from "this is it" sales. and every day album sales

Answer 5

he had about 779 million dollars