These Are the Wealthiest Families in America

Published on 02/27/2020
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The Johnson Family – $28.5B

The second Johnson to be discussed (the other being S.C. Johnson), developed Fidelity Investments, internationally known as a forerunner in the investment industry, established by Edward C. Johnson II. Edward’s sole heir, Edward Johnson III, better known as “Ned”, would inherit the business, with his daughter Abigail eventually gaining control. As the current leader of the global conglomerate, Abigail is the CEO and president of Fidelity Investments, being worth around $16.5 billion, over half of the entire family’s total worth of $30 billion. Forbes has recognized her international influence, placing her fifth on the list of the planet’s “Most Powerful Women”.

The Johnson Family

The Johnson Family

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The McMahon Family $3.3B

The wrestling entertainment mogul Vincent J. McMahon established the massively popular WWE franchise, tapping in his son and successor Vince (better recognized as a feature of the WWE world as Mr. McMahon) as CEO and chairman. Vince would later consolidate and found Alpha Entertainment, under which come numerous sporting companies such as XFL Football. Vince enjoyed a career as a WWE wrestler and announcer, keeping in with the family’s legacy of promoters. His spouse, Linda, formerly held the title of WWE Chief Executive Officer, however, she nowadays administers the SBA. The couple is the proud parents and grandparents of two children and six grandchildren respectively.

The McMahon Family

The McMahon Family

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