Amherst is one of the most prestigious schools in the country. Some seriously notable alumni have graduated from this institution of higher learning, as well as taught here. The famous poet Robert Frost once taught here for more than 40 years and Emily Dickinson is a long-ago graduated of the college. Many of Amherst’s alumni are wealthy, but some of the wealthiest graduates of this college include some well-known names.
Drew Pinsky — $20 Million
He graduated from Amherst with a doctorate, and has gone onto become one of the most famous television hosts and doctors in the world. He’s the host of Celebrity Rehab and he specializes in addiction treatment. His expertise has made him one of Amherst College’s wealthiest alums.
David O. Russell — $20 Million
He graduated from Amherst and went on to become one of the most successful film producers and directors in the country. He’s been recognized with a BAFTA for his hard work and directing. His net worth is $20 million, which makes him a wealthy and valuable alumni of Amherst.
Dan Brown — $100 Million
Dan Brown is the genius behind the best-selling novel, “The Da Vinci Code,” which was later turned into a major blockbuster movie. He’s worth $100 million, which makes Brown one of the wealthiest alumni to come out of Amherst College.
Teller — $175 Million
The famous face of the famous duo Penn and Teller, Teller, is worth a lot of money, making him one of the richest alumni from Amherst College. Before he made his way to fame by becoming a world-renowned illusionist, he was a student at the college. He’s now famous for his illusions and his television productions.
Prince Albert II of Monaco — $ 1 Billion
Believe it or not, the Prince of Monaco went to Amherst College in his day. He graduated from the college before he took the throne in Monaco, and he has a net worth of $1 billion, which makes him the wealthiest alumni ever to come from Amherst.
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