millionaires and billionaires who went from rags to riches

JK Rowling

From single mother dealing with financial issues, to becoming the first author to have a billion-dollar net worth.

Guccio Gucci

Started his career as a lift boy and went to found one of the most desired luxury brands in the world.

Do Won Chang

Korean migrant who moved to the US and hustled with three jobs, founded Forever 21 and has a net worth of $3 billion.

Oprah Winfrey

Korean migrant who moved to the US and hustled with three jobs, founded Forever 21 and has a net worth of $3 billion.

Vadilal Gandhi

Started selling fountain soda in 1907, and gradually added ice cream to the menu Today, Vadilal's revenue is worth Rs 650 crore.

B Ravi Pillai

The son of a farmer, Pillai's family struggled financially when he was a kid. He is now the head of the RP Group of Companies.

Ed Sheeran

Dropped out of school, slept in London Underground train stations and struggled as an artist before becoming famous.

Punit Renjen

Deloitte's current CEO Punit Renjen had to drop out of school because his parents could not afford education.

Steve Jobs

Born to immigrant parents, adopted by a poor family. He went to establish Apple, one of the most iconic companies till date.