At just 30 years old (born February 15, 1995), Megan Jovon Ruth Pete—better known as Megan Thee Stallion—sits atop an estimated net worth of $30 million in 2025. The figure reflects far more than streaming checks; it’s the result of strategic partnerships, savvy legal battles, outright chart dominance, and a relentless work ethic that transformed a social-media freestyle phenom into a global multimedia powerhouse.
From South Park to Social-Media Stardom
Raised in Houston’s South Park neighborhood by her rapper mother, Holly, Megan absorbed studio culture before most kids picked electives. At 14 she was already writing rhymes; by college at Prairie View A&M she was uploading raw freestyles to Instagram that showcased both slick wordplay and the take-no-prisoners confidence that would become her trademark. A viral video outside a campus dorm ignited a following, and the nickname “Stallion,” once used by classmates to describe her 5’10” frame, stuck as her stage name.
The Independent Grind and a Breakout Mixtape
Megan’s first single, “Like a Stallion,” dropped in 2016, but the ten-track EP “Tina Snow” (2018) served notice that she could command a beat every bit as ferociously as her male peers. That project—released through Houston indie label 1501 Certified Entertainment—led to a deal with 300 Entertainment and set up 2019’s “Fever.” Powered by “Cash Shit” and the rallying cry “Hot Girl Summer,” the tape cracked the** Billboard 200** and birthed a cultural catchphrase that dominated timelines and brand campaigns all summer long.
Smashing Charts and Snagging Grammys
The momentum accelerated in early 2020 when the TikTok dance boom pushed her track “Savage” into ubiquity. A Beyoncé remix turned the single into a global No. 1 and earned Megan her first two Grammys—Best Rap Song and Best Rap Performance—while she collected Best New Artist in the same ceremony. The triumph arrived in the middle of pandemic chaos, proving that a hook-heavy banger and Houston swagger travel even when the clubs are closed.
Her debut album “Good News” (2020) followed with features from 2 Chainz, DaBaby, and Young Thug, debuting at No. 2 on the Billboard 200 and spawning the platinum single “Body.” In 2022 she doubled down with “Traumazine,” an unflinching look at grief, anxiety, and the weight of superstardom that still landed inside the Billboard top ten.
Big-Money Endorsements and New Media Ventures
Megan’s brand appeal is as expansive as her flow. In the last four years she has inked:
- A global Revlon ambassadorship (2020) that placed her in glossy campaigns and gave the cosmetics giant fresh Gen Z relevance.
- A $2 million Super Bowl spot with Cheetos (2022) that showcased her comedic side opposite a stealing squirrel.
- A $1 million partnership with Popeyes, complete with her own “Hottie Sauce” and a Popeyes franchise deed tucked into the deal.
- A $3 million Time Inc. documentary agreement to chronicle her rise and resilience, scheduled for release this fall.
- An exclusive first-look pact with Netflix to executive-produce series under her production shingle, Hot Girl Productions.
These deals, alongside campaigns for True Religion, Planet Fitness, and Amazon Prime Day, have diversified her income well beyond music.
Winning Control: Lawsuits, Masters, and a Landmark Deal
Success brought conflict with 1501 Certified Entertainment, which originally advanced her just $50,000. When royalty statements didn’t add up, she sued in 2020, revealing a contract that siphoned 60 percent of her recording royalties and 50 percent of publishing. After three years of legal jousting, both sides settled amicably in October 2023, clearing the path for Megan to negotiate on her own terms.
The payoff arrived in February 2024 when she forged a groundbreaking alliance with Warner Music Group. The pact allows her to remain an independent artist—releasing through Hot Girl Productions—while leveraging Warner’s radio, marketing, and global distribution muscle. Crucially, she retains full ownership of her masters and publishing going forward, a level of control few major-label rappers enjoy and a cornerstone of her long-term wealth strategy.
Surviving the Spotlight: The Tory Lanez Shooting
In July 2020 Megan was shot in the feet after a Hollywood party; she later named rapper Tory Lanez as the gunman. Despite online vitriol and attempts at hush money, she testified in court and Lanez was convicted in December 2021, receiving a 10-year sentence. The ordeal tested her mental health and public stamina, but also amplified her advocacy for Black women facing violence—a cause now woven into her music and philanthropy.
Life Outside the Booth
Even with packed award shows and brand summits, Megan remains a self-professed “dog mom” to six canines, including three French bulldogs and a Cane Corso. She completed her health administration degree at Texas Southern University in 2021, honoring her late mother’s dream and signaling ambitions that stretch beyond entertainment. Home base is a $6 million, 7,600-square-foot mansion in Pinecrest, Florida complete with a private lake—perfect for winding down when she’s not on tour or running Hot Girl Productions.
How $30 Million Breaks Down
- Music catalog and touring: Streaming and headline shows still drive the core of her fortune. “WAP” alone generated multi-platinum revenue splits.
- Endorsements: Roughly one-third of her net worth ties to commercial deals, with Revlon, Cheetos, and Popeyes topping the list.
- Real estate: The Pinecrest property, purchased outright, safeguards equity and doubles as content HQ.
- Ownership of masters: Long-term royalties now flow directly to her, a future-proofing asset that will appreciate as catalogs continue to spike in value.
