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Meet top 7 exceptional personalities who became millionaires as teenagers

Most people dream of one day retiring with millions of dollars. However, the most challenging threats to most young boys and girls today is the ‘I can’t do it’ mentality.

Who says you cannot become a millionaire as teenager? That is a fallacy because there are many teen entrepreneurs across the globe. The ability to convert challenges into enterprise is key to becoming successful.

Success in life is not a wish but a planned venture. If you invest your money wisely, the dreams you have may one day become a reality and you will have your desired retirement goal.

Alina Morse

Alina Morse is an American entrepreneur, the chief executive officer of Zolli Candy, which she founded when she was ten years old.

Her company sells the candy she developed: sugar free lollipops called Zollipops, hard candy called Zolli Drops, and taffy called Zaffi Taffy.

Alina Morse was born in 2005 and her net worth is $5million, and one of the teenagers that became millionaire before clocking 20 years.

Moziah Bridges (MO’s Bow):

Moziah “Mo” Bridges founded Mo’s Bows in Memphis. He and his small but growing team design handcrafted bow ties and other classic fashion accessories for modern wardrobes.

Moziah “Mo” Bridges turned his passion for fashion into a thriving business. He makes neckties, bow ties, and accessories like pocket squares (prices range between $15 and $50). Since its inception in 2011, the Memphis-based company has sold more than $600,000 worth of products through its website and partnerships with retail stores.

He started his business at the age of 14 years, and his net worth is $150,000 (over N75 million).

Suri Cruise

Cruise was born on April 18, 2006 in Santa Monica, California, USA. She is an actress, known for Alone Together (2022), Rare Objects (2023) and Access Hollywood (1996).

The 18-year-old Cruise’s estimated net worth is over $500,000. However, credit must be given to her parents when calculating how rich this teenage style-icon really is.

Her mother, Katie Holmes, is estimated to be holding on to $25 million. And her father, leading man Tom Cruise, is worth at least $600 million although that number has probably gone up as you are reading this.

Mia Talerico

Talerico was born September 17, 2008 in Santa Barbara, California –USA. She began her career when she was 11 months old on Disney’s Good Luck Charlie, starring alongside Bridgit Mendler.

At 14 years old, Talerico has more than $1 million to her name. The actress is best known for starring in the TV series “Good Luck Charlie.”

Noah Schnapp

Noah Schnapp is an American actor who was born October 3, 2004. He gained recognition for playing Will Byers in the Netflix science fiction horror series Stranger Things.

Best known for his role as Will in “Stranger Things,” Noah Schnapp has commanded a $3 million net worth, making $250,000 an episode.

At just 18 years old, he has won a Screen Actors Guild Award along with the rest of the cast for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series.

Danielle Bregoli

Bregoli (stage name Bhad Bhabie) is a rapper and internet personality. She was born in March 26, 2003 and became famous for a controversial and massively viral interview with Dr. Phil, after which she became known as the “cash me outside” girl.
At age 19-, Bregoli has earned millions from paid social endorsements and her account on OnlyFans. Her net worth is over $20 million.

McKenna Grace

Mckenna Grace is an American actress and singer, born June 25, 2006 in Grapevine.
At 16-year-old, she was already known for her roles on “Crash & Bernstein,” “The Young and the Restless” and “Fuller House” is worth $2 million.

In addition to these roles, the teenager has had recurring roles on “CSI: Cyber,” “Once Upon a Time” and “Young Sheldon.” She was considered the Girl of the Year for 2012 for Brooks doll.