7 richest transgender millionaires (and a billionaire), ranked: from Caitlyn Jenner and The Matrix siblings Lana and Lilly Wachowski to Jennifer Pritzker and her US$2 billion fortune
- While trans people still face discrimination, these trailblazers – from KUWTK reality TV icon Caitlyn Jenner to OITNB actress Laverne Cox – have seen great success
- Jennifer Pritzker is known as the world’s first trans billionaire while Martine Rothblatt made millions in the biotech boom
Although there remain significant strides to be made in the fight against discrimination and transphobia, today there is undoubtedly more representation and acceptance of trans people than ever before.
So who are the wealthiest transgender people on the planet? Here are seven of the highest earners on record, ranked by estimated net worths, according to Forbes, Celebrity Net Worth and more.
1. Jennifer Pritzker, 71: US$2 billion
As the world’s first transgender billionaire, Jennifer Pritzker tops the list with a massive fortune estimated to stand at US$2 billion. Pritzker’s father and uncles, Robert, Jay and Donald, were the forces behind the Marmon Group, a successful group of businesses, which included the Hyatt Hotels chain.
At 71 years old, Pritzker is known for her philanthropic activities and investments. She founded Tawani Enterprises, a private equity and wealth management venture, as well as the non-profit Pritzker Military Museum & Library in Chicago.
2. Martine Rothblatt, 67: US$585 million
