Ranking: Cats that are richer than me

The latest Billboard ranking, based on Instagram data analysis, reveals that many “furry friends” have climbed the wealth ladder thanks to their massive social media fame.
Just like the world’s wealthiest humans, the animal kingdom—especially cats—has its own elite.

1. Nala

Nala, a Siamese-tabby mix, was adopted from a shelter and skyrocketed to fame with her irresistibly cute expressions. She’s now the richest cat in the world, boasting a net worth of $100 million.
She earns primarily through her 4.4M-strong Instagram following and her cat food brand Love, Nala. Nala partners with top global brands and has even graced magazine covers.
She was also recently crowned TikToker of the Year with over 224,000 followers.

2. Olivia Benson

In second place is Olivia Benson, owned by pop superstar Taylor Swift, with an estimated net worth of $97 million.
This Scottish Fold cat has starred in Swift’s music videos like Blank Space and ME!, and appears on merch lines bearing her face.

3. Choupette

This glamorous white Birman cat once belonged to the late fashion icon Karl Lagerfeld.
With a net worth of $13 million, Choupette inherited a portion of Lagerfeld’s estate and earns from luxury endorsements and a self-titled autobiography: The Private Life of A High-Flying Fashion Cat.

4. Smoothie

Nicknamed “the most photogenic cat in the world,” this long-haired British beauty has 2.2 million Instagram followers.
She earns up to $8,000 per sponsored post, making her the fourth-richest cat with an estimated $1 million net worth.

5. Coffee (Mr. White)

Owned by the same family as Nala, this handsome white cat has gathered a loyal fanbase with 2 million Instagram and 496,000 Facebook followers.
He makes about $6,500 per Instagram post, thanks to brand deals with cat product companies and coffee franchises.

6. Venus

Venus gained internet fame in 2012 for her stunning split-face coloring, a result of being a genetic chimera (two sets of DNA).
With 2.2 million Instagram followers and over a million on TikTok and Facebook, Venus commands around $7,000 per post, with a net worth of about $1 million.

7. Suki

Suki is a Bengal cat from Canada, adopted by photographer Martina Gutfreund.
Known for her serene travel photos in wild landscapes, Suki has 1.8 million Instagram followers and earns roughly $6,500 per post.
She also runs a successful souvenir store supported by her global fanbase.

8. Coby

This British Shorthair dazzles the internet with his snowy fur and piercing blue eyes.
Originally created just for fun by owner Rebecca Schefkind, Coby’s Instagram now has 1.8 million followers, bringing in $6,500 per sponsored post through brand partnerships.

9. Smudge

Famous for the viral 2019 meme “woman yelling at a cat,” Smudge lives in Ontario, Canada, with owner Miranda, a sculptor.
With 1.6 million followers on Instagram and a rate of $5,300 per post, Smudge is a true internet celebrity.

10. Bujibu Chempel

Dubbed the “national cat” of Malaysia, Bujibu is the beloved pet of entrepreneur Hanis Zalikha and actor Hairul Azreen.
With 1.6 million Instagram followers and humorous antics, this cat earns about $5,100 per post, wrapping up the list of the world’s wealthiest felines.