The music industry has always been a lucrative business, with many artists amassing huge fortunes through record sales, tours, endorsements, and business ventures.

But when it comes to country music, there is one star who stands out not just for her fame but also for her extraordinary fortune.

Dolly Parton, the iconic country singer known for hits like "Jolene" and "9 to 5," is officially the world’s richest country singer, with an estimated net worth of £540 million.

Her career spans over six decades, with more than 100 million records sold worldwide.

But Parton's success isn't limited to music; she’s also an accomplished actress, philanthropist, and businesswoman.

She co-owns The Dollywood Company, which operates the popular Dollywood theme park, Splash Country water park, and various dinner theatre venues.

Despite growing up in poverty as one of 12 children in a one-room cabin, Parton's journey to becoming a country legend is nothing short of inspiring.

She’s released 63 studio albums, earned numerous awards, including 11 Grammy Awards, and has even been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Beyond her entertainment career, she’s a dedicated philanthropist, with her Imagination Library donating over 100 million books to children worldwide.

But Parton isn’t the only country star with a hefty bank balance. Here’s the full list of the top 10 richest country singers:

1. Dolly Parton - £540 Million
2. Garth Brooks - £340 Million
3. Shania Twain - £324 Million
4. Toby Keith - £293 Million
5. George Strait - £237 Million
6. Faith Hill + Tim McGraw (combined) - £158 Million
7. Kenny Chesney - £142 Million
8. Luke Bryan - £130 Million
9. Alan Jackson - £126 Million
10. Carrie Underwood - £111 Million