Jemima McEvoy is a staff writer who covers billionaires, and works on Forbes’ flagship Forbes 400 and World Billionaires lists. She joined Forbes in May 2020 and works in New York. She’s covered everything from the lost billions of Lululemon’s controversial founder, to the second
How Jersey Mike’s Devoured America’s Franchise Market—And Made Its Owner A Billionaire
Jersey Mike's has become one of America's fastest growing franchises by positioning its stores as mom-and-pop delis. Now its founder Peter Cancro mulls when to cash out.
Did Arnold Schwarzenegger Really Have A Stake In The National Enquirer?
David Pecker, the former publisher of the National Enquirer, recently testified that Arnold Schwarzenegger once owned part of his tabloid empire, which paid to bury negative stories about the actor. But is that true?
How Arnold Schwarzenegger Became A Billionaire
The movie star has played many roles in his 76 years: bodybuilder. Box office star. Bureaucrat. And now billionaire.
How This 92-Year-Old Became One Of America’s Top Money Managers
At 52, Joan Payden quit her job and emptied her 401(k) to strike out on her own. Four decades later, she still handles investments for wealthy clients—and is one of America's richest self-made women.
Clif Bar Couple Donate A Third Of Their $1.6 Billion Fortune To Charity
Kit Crawford and Gary Erickson, who sold their energy bar company in 2022, have already donated to over 1,000 nonprofits including one helping Somali refugees.