This article was originally published on Constative.com
Despite its young age relative to other nations, the United States is a powerhouse of innovation, birthing industry-shaking companies like Facebook and Amazon as well as minting celebrity millionaires. From tech moguls to Hollywood stars, American success stories often lead to vast fortunes. In the U.S., the practice of passing down wealth remains prevalent. Offspring and spouses frequently inherit substantial sums, even if they steer clear of the family business. This article spotlights America’s richest heirs and heiresses, some famous and others content to be wealthy away from the public eye.
1. Brandon Davis
Net Worth: $55 million*
Wealth Inherited From: Marvin Davis
Marvin Davis, the founder of Davis Petroleum, was the heir to the Davis family fortune. His net worth was estimated to be $5.2 billion, and he had ownership of 20th Century Fox, the Beverly Hills Hotel, the Aspen Skiing Company, and Pebble Beach Corporation.
Marvin was born in 1925 and he fathered five offspring and numerous grandchildren, one of whom is Brandon. Brandon has embraced a more eclectic, artistic style. He has set up transient art exhibitions for artists like Bosco Sodi in places like Beverly Hills and Los Angeles.