Billionaire, Playboy, Philanthropist

The number of billionaires in the world have reached an all time high. According to Forbes, there are 1,426 reported billionaires and most of them are from the United States. As of September 2013, Microsoft C.E.O Bill Gates graced the list with a reported net worth of $72 billion dollars. What is the obsession with money, power, and respect? Do rise to the top movies such as Scarface and Wall Street fuel the fire of up and coming power players? Welcome to the world of riches, where a nice cigar and a glass of Louis XIII can represent success and social standing. What could be better than the feel of a sharp tailored suit and the sound of a luxury car engine that you alone worked hard for?
Millionaire hip hop artist Meek Mill said it best with his lyric, "It was something about that rollie when it first touched my wrist!" Many musicians flash expensive jewelry such as Rolex watches in music videos to show off their wealth and promote their popularity. In fact, you shouldn't be surprised to see many music videos staged as a scene straight out of the movie Scarface. Rick Ross, Drake and Jay Z have used the Tony Montana fantasy right down to having a tiger on a leash in the music videos. Movies, music, and even comic books glorify wealth and power. When money tycoon Bruce Wayne isn't fighting crime as Batman, he sits in his mansion (Wayne Manor) and is served drinks by his butler Alfred. Billionaire Tony Stark is better known as Iron Man. Tony Stark coined the phrase, "Billionaire, Playboy, Philanthropist" during the filming of The Avengers. Celebrities such as Hugh Hefner, Charlie Sheen and George Clooney have embraced the playboy lifestyle and make it look nothing short of fabulous. It is not a life for everyone, but it seems to work for the James Bond type! "Whatever the mind of man can conceive and believe, it can achieve." -Napoleon Hill           

 

   

Illuminati: The Secret Society Of The Elite Class

Do secret societies exist?
The Illuminati is supposedly a famous elite secret society that conspires to control world affairs. According to conspiracy theorists, they work by planting agents in the government who can direct the path of social order. Since 1776, the Illuminati have been known to creep in the darkness of politics and act like puppeteers pulling the strings of world officials. Are we fooled by the facade of democracy or are our eyes open to the real world beyond the matrix?
In 2000, Rob Cohen directed a movie about secret societies called The Skulls. The film was about a secret fraternity at Harvard whose members were to become future politicians of great influence. The chosen elite were showered with money, cars, and women. Each member of the Skulls were branded with a skull symbol on their wrist to show brotherhood. The symbol was kept hidden under a fancy Breitling watch that was given out to each fraternity member. (see the Filthy Rich Entertainment blog about Breitling watches here: http://filthyrichentertainment.blogspot.com/2013/11/breitling-time-is-money-watches-have.html) The movie starred Craig T. Nelson, Joshua Jackson and the late Paul Walker.
Recently, actors and musicians have been linked to the Illuminati. Secret masonic symbols have appeared in many hip hop videos. Jay Z has been writing lyrics such as, "They call me King Hov, copy? Big ballin is my hobby, so much so they think I'm down with the Illuminati." Hip hop artist 2 Chainz blames music video directors for including these secret symbols in the videos for publicity. Jay Z seems to promote his possible connection to the power of the brotherhood every chance he gets. Is it simply a publicity stunt or is the almost billionaire rapper apart of a world changing fraternity of dominance?

Watch The Skulls receive Breitlings here:

With Gray Hair, Comes Great Wealth!

With Gray Hair, Comes Great Wealth!

"A gray head is a crown of glory; it is found in the way of righteousness." (Proverbs 16:31) 

The distinguished look of the Silver Fox is back! Has the shimmer of silver hair become a symbol of sophistication and wealth on the (no pun intended) silver screen? You may have noticed that many of the Hollywood elite have decided to let their silver locks shine. George Clooney has embraced this swanky style for years and his friends Brad Pitt, Ben Affleck and Matt LeBlanc have joined the movement. 

Gray hair can make a business man look distinguished. In fact, the definition of distinguished is successful, authoritative and commanding great respect. Whether you fight age with creams and cucumber facials or accept the sweet signs of a successful youth, beauty comes from within and character will always show on the outside. The next time you find yourself skimming through the wealth channel as you sit in your vintage Versace chair, take a look at the white haired gentleman sailing his luxury yacht and recognize the relationship between his appearance and his accomplishments.  

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Paul Walker Dies In Car Crash

According to the New York Daily News and TMZ, actor Paul Walker died in a car accident in southern California. The accident occurred Saturday, November 30th. TMZ reports that the actor was in a Porsche that lost control and crashed into a tree. The car was found in flames by local authorities. Paul Walker is better known for his role in the Fast and Furious movies. He was an incredible actor and will be missed by all. Our hearts go out to him and his family at this difficult time. According to a statement released by Walker's team, the actor was a passenger in a friend's car. The following statement was released on facebook, "We appreciate your patience as we too are stunned and saddened beyond belief by this news. Thank you for keeping his family and friends in your prayers during this very difficult time. We will do our best to keep you apprised on where to send condolences."

Breitling: Time Is Money 

Watches have been a staple of style and wealth long before James Bond hit the big screen sporting a Rolex on his wrist. Rolex has been the successful gentleman's watch for decades. In the past few years, the big face and richness of a Breitling watch have made celebrities and hip hop moguls add this flashy timepiece to their jewlery collection. In 2003, 50 Cent recorded a track with the lyrics, "I'm on the next level, Breitling baguette bezel, benz pedal to the medal, hotter than a tea kettle." In 2013, Rich Homie Quan's radio hit has the lyrics, "That car I'm driving make you feel some type of way. That custom Breitling make you feel some type of way!" For over a decade, this stunning watch has been said to represent the hustler's spirit or the new money title given to up and coming money makers. The two most popular Breitling watches are the Bentley Chronograph and the Chronomat Evolution. The Evolution is easily seen by the sparkle of its 1.20 CTW VVS diamond bezel. At a price of $10,600, you can find both of these watches at your nearest Tourneau store. If you are a connoisseur of the finer things in life, a nice watch will go well with your cigar collection and set of brandy glasses.

Breitling: 50 Cent, Kim Kardashian, Usher, Daniel Craig, Ludacris, John Travolta and David Beckham

A New Rocky Movie?

"It ain't over till it's over!" Could this be true? A new Rocky movie? According to the Daily News, director Ryan Coolger received the green light from MGM to bring back Sylvester Stallone as Rocky "The Italian Stallion" Balboa! If you are thinking that Rocky will enter the ring once again to fight the now 56 year old Russian Ivan Drago, you are mistaken. In this movie, Rocky is the trainer of Apollo Creed's grandson. Apollo Creed was played by actor Carl Weathers and has appeared in Rocky I through IV. Carl's character was killed off in Rocky IV when he faced Ivan Drago, played by Dolph Lundgren. In a recent interview, Dolph Lundgren was asked to repeat his famous line from the film. He was amused by the question but graciously played along as his face became very serious. He stared into the camera and said, "If he dies, he dies!" That quote has become a part of pop culture since 1985.
According to IMDB, Sylvester Stallone received $23,000 for the first Rocky film which was made in 1976. Today, the Italian Stallion is worth $275 million dollars! Stallone is one of the highest paid actors in the film industry. At 67 years old, he has made himself a regular at the box office. The new addition to the Rocky films will be titled, Creed. The opening date has not yet been released. It is apparent that the entertainment world can not keep Rocky down. Some say it is the legacy that attracts people to the story. Others believe is it merely the words of the late great Burgess Meredith who told Rocky, "Get up you son of a b****, cause Mickey loves you!"    
 

Cadillac: A Gangster's Choice of Luxury? 

Vito "Don" Corleone was driven in a Cadillac in the 1972 classic film "The Godfather". Tony Montana fancied himself a "cream puff" of a Caddy in Scarface! Many hip hop moguls such as Sean "Diddy" Combs, Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson, and Ludacris have been driving Cadillacs for years. Frank Sinatra and the Rat Pack have been known to drive this American luxury car in the 1960's. The Cadillac limousine is the official state car used by the President of the United States. The Cadillac Escalade was recently featured in a Ciroc vodka commercial where Diddy walks off of a private jet and is greeted by Frank Vincent, an actor who has appeared in such mob hits as Good fellas and The Sopranos. They are portrayed as gangsters and the closing line of the commercial is, welcome to the family! 
The new Cadillac XTS has been welcomed with open arms as reviews sore and sales increase. The XTS is Cadillac's Presidential elite sedan. It does have quite a bit of competition from Mercedes Benz as they release the new S-Class in November. Whether you are a business man, family man or made man, Cadillac will accommodate all of your needs! Cadillacs are expensive cars, so watch out for seasonal deals where the dealership will give you an offer you can't refuse. The pinky ring tray does not come standard!      

Reality Star Cash Flow

Reality television is here to stay! In fact, it has become quite the lucrative business for some not so known celebrities. You may not have heard of Scott Disick (Keeping up with The Kardashians), Teresa Giudice (The Real Housewives of New Jersey) or Tameka "Tiny" Harris (The Family Hustle) before their shows hit prime time. Who doesn't know Lord Disick? Scott Disick is the boyfriend of Kourtney Kardashian and is apart of the Kardashian Empire. If you see a man crossing the streets of Manhattan wearing a Tom Ford suit, a gold Rolex and sporting a designer walking stick it's probably Scott Disick. After his New York City restaurant (Ryu) shut down, Scott got paid for night club and private party appearances. His net worth is reportedly somewhere between $2 and $8 million. Not bad when his job is dating a Kardashian!
Teresa Giudice plays the drama filled housewife that everybody loves and hates! This New Jersey Housewife and her husband Joe found themselves is some hot water this year when they were arrested and charged with 39 accounts of fraud. Teresa spoke in an interview with Star about the upcoming trial. You can find her cookbook in stores now.
"Tiny" is the wife of Atlanta rapper T.I. The Family Hustle is a VH1 reality show about the rapper and his family. The show is similar to MTV's Run's House which ended in 2009. It is a mixture of hip hop and family values. The household has a reported net worth of $43 million. Find out more info at VH1.com 

Long Live The King?

There is no doubt that the boxing world has been resurrected by the excitement and publicity of Floyd "Money" Mayweather. You don't have to like him but you will hear about him! Mayweather's current record is 45-0. The 37 year old undefeated champion is the C.E.O of Mayweather Promotions and has his own clothing line called "The Money Team."
His reported net worth is $350,000,000 which makes him the richest boxer in history. His recent victory over Canelo Alvarez has lead to some talk about a Mayweather/Pacquiao match. Manny Pacquiao is not the fighter that he used to be and Floyd seems to be improving with age. Never the less, they should give the people what they want! On November 13, 2013 Pacquiao reportedly called out Mayweather to step into the ring with him. There has been no response from the Mayweather camp as of yet. You can watch the life and training of Floyd Mayweather on Showtime's original show "All Access." The Money Team's motto is hard work and dedication. With a little hard work and dedication, you too can enjoy some Grey Poupon in the back of a Rolls Royce Phantom!  
     
 

Did Jay Z Violate Union Regulations?

Did hip hop mogul Jay Z violate union regulations when he gave athlete Robinson Cano a $33,900 watch? Section 5(B)(5)(a) of the Players Association regulations states: “No Player Agent or Applicant shall provide, cause to be provided or promise to provide, any money or any other thing of value to any player, or any person related to or associated with such player, the purpose of which is to induce or encourage such player to use or continue to use any person’s or firm’s services as a Player Agent, Representative, or Draft Adviser.” The brand of watch given was a Hublot.
"New watch alert, Hublot, or the big face Rolly, I got two of those!" - Jay Z (Otis) 

Things You Should Do In The Morning According To Forbes Magazine

Arrive on time- Avoid leaving a bad impression and stay organized.
Eat Breakfast- You need mental energy to conquer the day's daily tasks.
Don't be moody- If you are not a morning person, drink another cup of coffee and BE a morning person.
Organize your day- The first hour of work is the best time to get focused and be attentive.

 Top Ten Movies About Money

1. Scarface
2. Casino
3. Trading Places
4. Wall Street
5. Oceans Eleven
6. The Firm
7. Boiler Room
8. Brewster's Millions
9. The Secret of my Success
10. The Family Man

(Side Note) The 1983 American crime film Scarface was not so welcomed at the box office. The graphic nature and offensive language in the film left a bad taste in the mouths of critics. Despite mixed reviews, Scarface is now considered a classic!

   

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