37. Patty Hearst

Net Worth: $28 billion*
Wealth Inherited From: William Randolph Hearst

Patty Hearst is the grandchild of magnate William Randolph Hearst. She was born in San Francisco and studied at the University of California. She is both a writer and an actress. Her bestselling memoir is an enthralling read.

Patty Hearst is well-known for her appearances on various television programs and in feature films, portraying a character based on her prominent Hearst family background. What many people are unaware of, however, is that the Hearst family also has a successful line of pedigree dogs that have taken home awards from various Kennel Club Dog Shows.