You Won't Believe How Much the World's Richest Heirs and Heiresses are Worth

Teresa Heinz Kerry, $750 million

Teresa Heinz Kerry is the widow of ketchup heir John Heinz and the current wife of John Kerry, who ran for office in the 2004 US Presidential election. After Heinz passed, his wealth and leadership duties were passed on to her. She has honorary doctorates from several universities and founded The Heinz Awards program, which celebrates contributions to the environment.

Clare Bronfman, $500 million

Bronfman is the heiress to the Seagram Liquor fortune. Her father was Edgar Bronfman, Sr., who founded the company. She also has a decorated equestrian career, which she took up at age 17. 

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.