#46: Sam Cooke
Known as: Singer
Net Worth: $98 million
Children: 5
Sam Cooke, the legendary singer-songwriter, born in 1931, earned the enduring title of “The King of Soul” for his remarkable impact on the world of music. His union with Barbara Campbell lasted until his unexpected passing in the vibrant city of Los Angeles, California, in 1964.
Cooke’s life encompassed the joy of fatherhood with six children, though it was marred by tragedy when one of his sons met a heartbreaking demise at just eighteen months old in a drowning accident. In the wake of his untimely death, a revelation about Cooke’s life outside of his marriage stirred considerable debate. Ultimately, his estate was divided among his five surviving children, each receiving a portion that fell short of their initial expectations.