The 10 Richest People in the World in 2020

 Alright, so let's get down to business, shall we? Talking about the wealthiest folks on this planet is always a good time, especially when we're talking about 2020 – that wild year that turned the world upside down. But guess what? Some people were still out there making bank, no matter what. Let's take a look at the top dogs of that year, the ones who raked in the cash while the rest of us were busy baking bread or binge-watching TV shows.

Who's Rolling in Dough?

When we say “richest people,” we're not talking about your everyday millionaire. Oh no, these are the folks who have so much money that they probably have no clue what to do with it all. We're talking about the kind of wealth that makes you go, "Wow, I didn't even know that was possible." So, who were these money-making machines in 2020? Let’s dive in.

The Usual Suspects

You know the names, right? They're everywhere – in the news, on social media, even in your dreams if you're into that sort of thing. The big tech giants were pretty much ruling the roost in 2020. These guys weren’t just rich, they were super rich. And you better believe they were having a blast watching their net worth skyrocket.

• Jeff Bezos – The man behind Amazon, the guy who practically owns the internet shopping game, was sitting on a mountain of cash in 2020. With everyone stuck at home, online shopping has become a necessity, not just a convenience. And who was there to meet the demand? Yep, good old Jeff. He was rolling in it while we were rolling out of bed to get our packages.

• Elon Musk – Now, here’s a guy who’s always up to something, right? Whether it’s launching rockets or making electric cars that make you feel like you're driving in the future, Musk was on fire in 2020. Tesla stocks were going through the roof, and with SpaceX making headlines, his wealth was in orbit too.

• Bill Gates – The Microsoft co-founder, philanthropist, and all-around smart guy, Gates was still holding strong in the top ranks. Even though he’s more into giving away his money these days, his fortune was still nothing to sneeze at in 2020. It’s like the guy just can’t stop being rich, even when he’s trying to give it all away.

The Money-Makers You Might’ve Missed

While the tech giants were hogging the spotlight, some other names might not have been on everyone’s radar, but they were definitely in the money.

• Bernard Arnault – Ever heard of LVMH? If you’re into luxury goods, this name should ring a bell. Arnault was the king of high-end fashion and fancy stuff in 2020. With brands like Louis Vuitton and Dior under his belt, he was cashing in on the rich folks who were still splurging on the good life, pandemic or not.

• Warren Buffett – The Oracle of Omaha, the guy who knows more about investing than just about anyone else. Buffett was still going strong in 2020, making money the old-fashioned way – by being smart about it. His company, Berkshire Hathaway, was like a money-printing machine, and Buffett was still raking it in, even after all these years.

The Power Players

• Mark Zuckerberg – Love him or hate him, you can’t deny that Zuckerberg knows how to make money. With Facebook dominating social media, his wealth was climbing faster than your friend request count. And with more people glued to their screens than ever before, 2020 was a good year to be Mark Zuckerberg.

• Larry Page – The co-founder of Google, Page was another tech billionaire who saw his wealth grow in 2020. With everyone relying on the internet for just about everything, Google was making a killing, and Page was cashing in big time.

• Sergey Brin – Page’s partner in crime, Brin was right there with him, watching his fortune soar. Google was a lifeline for so many in 2020, and Brin’s bank account was proof of just how valuable that was.

• Steve Ballmer – The former Microsoft CEO might not be as well-known as Gates, but he was still sitting pretty in 2020. His stake in the company and other investments kept his wealth on the up and up, making him one of the richest people in the world that year.

What About The Rest?

Alright, so we’ve covered the big names, but what about the rest of the top 10? Well, let’s just say they weren’t hurting for cash either. These folks were still making moves, even if they weren’t as flashy as the others.

• Alice Walton – The Walmart heiress, who’s always been in the mix, was holding strong in 2020. While the rest of us were grabbing essentials from Walmart, Walton was watching her wealth grow. She might not have been in the news as much, but her fortune was definitely doing just fine.

• Jim Walton – Another Walmart heir, Jim was also raking in the dough in 2020. The Walton family has been a staple in the rich list for years, and 2020 was no different. With everyone flocking to Walmart for their pandemic supplies, the Walton siblings were doing just fine.

The Takeaway

If there’s one thing to learn from this list, it’s that no matter what’s going on in the world, the rich just keep getting richer. And who knows? Maybe one day, you’ll find yourself on this list – hey, a little dreaming never hurt anyone, right?

Now, go ahead and ponder on how the rich managed to stay on top while the rest of us were just trying to stay afloat. It's a wild world out there, but someone's gotta be on top, and in 2020, it was these 10.