Michael Jackson has been ranked number 1 on the 25th edition of Forbes' Highest-Paid Dead Celebrities Of 2025. He is followed by author Dr. Seuss, Pink Floyd founding members Richard Wright and Syd Barrett and The Notorious B.I.G. The list also includes Miles Davis, Elvis Presley, Jimmy Buffet, Bob Marley, John Lennon, Prince, Arnold Palmer and Kobe Bryant.