Richard Branson (#1488)
My biggest weakness in life is that I can't say no.
- $ 3 B
- Virgin
- United Kingdom
- M
- 75 Years
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About Me
Richard Branson owes his fortune to a conglomerate of businesses bearing the "Virgin" brand name, including Virgin Atlantic and Virgin Galactic. The son of a barrister and flight attendant, Branson got his start with a mail-order record business some 50 years ago. He primarily lives on a luxe British Virgin Islands retreat, Necker Island, which he bought for $180,000 in 1978. Branson's rocket company Virgin Orbit, which went public in 2021 at a $4 billion valuation, went bankrupt in 2023 and sold its assets. His digital bank Virgin Money was sold to Nationwide in 2024 for more than $3.5 billion.
Achievements
Career Highlights
A snapshot of the defining milestones, leadership decisions, and breakthroughs that shaped Richard Branson’s rise and global influence.
Wealth Growth
Net Worth Growth Over Time
Tracking Richard Branson’s net worth journey over the years, highlighting key growth phases and financial milestones.
Current Net Worth: $2.8B
(May 4, 2026)
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