Some of your favorite stars are even more talented than you might realize. In addition to honing the craft that made them rich and famous, many entrepreneurial actors and singers have gone into other businesses.
More than just a celebrity endorsement, these stars are deeply involved in their business ventures. Check out these companies under celebrity ownership.
Owned by: Snoop Dogg
You might not realize it, but Snoop Dogg has been a co-owner of Reddit, one of the most popular companies on the internet, since 2014. Co-founded by Steve Huffman and Alexis Ohanian in 2005, he joined forces with other investors to give the company a $50 million cash infusion.
Snoop Dogg’s level of involvement with Reddit is unclear, but he seems pretty chummy with the tech titans behind it. In May 2017, Ohanian was a guest on his GGN podcast, where he explained net neutrality to the rapper.
Aviation Gin
Owned by: Ryan Reynolds
In February 2018, Ryan Reynolds took to Instagram to announce his ownership stake in Aviation Gin. It’s unclear exactly how much of the company he owns, but he’s actively involved in the business, serving as both a board member and a creative director, according to Forbes.
One glance at the company’s website also reveals Reynolds is the face of the brand, which was founded by bartender Ryan Magarian and distillery owner Christian Krogstad in the early 2000s.
Sauza 901 Tequila
Owned by: Justin Timberlake
Drinking like Justin Timberlake is easier than you might think. The multitalented star first got into the tequila business back in 2009, but in 2014, he joined forces with Beam, Inc. to rebrand his spirit into Sauza 901.
It’s unknown exactly how hands-on Timberlake is with the brand, but he’s clearly proud of his tequila. He stars in a Sauza 901 commercial featured on the company’s website, originally released for Cinco de Mayo 2015.
Fancy
Owned by: Will Smith
Will Smith and other investors joined forces to raise $53 million for Fancy — an online shopping platform with items curated by its community in 2013 — according to Bloomberg. His involvement with the company is unknown, but he’s listed on its Partners page under “Friends” and is quoted as saying “Fancy.com, my favorite site.
Just Water
Owned by: Jaden and Will Smith
Just Water, an eco-friendly bottled water company, was co-founded by father-son duo Jaden and Will Smith. They created the company in 2015, but the elder Smith told the Associated Press they chose to stay behind the scenes until 2018, to let the brand gain momentum on its own terms.
For his part, Jaden has been working to promote the company’s vision by creating several videos on climate change, sustainability and renewable resources, according to the Associated Press. He’s also visiting schools to spread awareness of the dangers of plastic and pollution and encourage youth to be part of the change.
Whoopi & Maya
Owned by: Whoopi Goldberg
Launched in 2016 by the multitalented Whoopi Goldberg and Om Edibles founder Maya Elisabeth, Whoopi & Maya is a California-based medical marijuana company. The brand is known for its signature line of herbal medical cannabis products, designed to help women suffering from menstrual cramp pain. Products are currently available in more than 300 dispensaries, according to the company website.
Koko Holdings
Owned by: D’Banj
Asides from enjoying a very successful career in music, D’Banj is a highly successful entrepreneur as well. The owner of Koko Holdings launched Koko Garri and also has plans to manufacture mattresses and other products as well. Apart from that, he is also deeply invested in the IT sector. He owns Median Mobile Communications Limited (MCOMM) and D’Kings Men Media Limited, a 360 media company.
Five Star Oil & Gas
Owned by: Kcee
Artist Kcee also owns a company called Five Star Oil and Gas, a subsidiary of his Five Star brand. He made the move of starting his own business incase his currently soaring career comes to an abrupt end. He plans to use his investments for rainy days that may lie ahead.
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