2017's highest paid celebrities

Forbes has released its list of highest-paid celebrities -- either individuals or bands -- for 2017. The figures are established based on ticket sales, endorsement deals, merchandising and more.

Click through to see who made the top 10. 

10. LeBron James

Coming in at number 10 is LeBron James, who made $86 million, moving up a spot from last year.

9. James Patterson

Bestselling author James Patterson dropped from No. 3 in 2016 to No. 9 this year, with $87 million.

8. Coldplay

In eighth place is British rock band Coldplay, with $88 million. 

7. Howard Stern

Radio host Howard Stern held on to the No. 7 spot, earning $90 million this year.

6. The Weeknd

Recording artist The Weeknd made this list with $92 million.

5. Cristiano Ronaldo

Soccer star Cristian Ronaldo held on to the No. 5 spot for a second year in a row, bringing in a cool $93 million.

4. Drake

Drake had a very good year, earning an estimated $94 million.

3. J.K. Rowling

J.K. Rowling continues to earn thanks to the enduring "Harry Potter" franchise. In the past year, she brought in $95 million.

2. Beyonce

As one of only two celebrities to crack $100 million, the "Lemonade" singer finds herself in an even more exclusive club. Beyonce's take for the past year was $105 million. 

1. Sean Combs

Sean "Diddy" Combs topped the list for 2017 with an impressive $130 million. To see the full list of highest paid celebrities, head over to Forbes.