The late rapper Tupac Shakur is still making money, even though he passed away in 1996. According to our estimates, his estate took in about $3.5 million last year.

Shakur has sold over 75 million records worldwide, with the bulk of that coming after his death. Seven of his 11 platinum albums were released posthumously.

The bulk of Shakur’s posthumous income comes from royalties on his music. The estate also receives money from the sale of merchandise, such as t-shirts, hats, and other items featuring the rapper’s likeness.

The estate also receives money from the sale of movies and documentaries featuring Shakur. The most recent of these is the 2017 biopic All Eyez on Me, which grossed over $50 million worldwide.

The estate also receives money from the sale of books about Shakur. These include books about his life, his music, and his influence on hip-hop culture.

Shakur’s estate also receives money from the sale of his unreleased music. The estate has released several albums of unreleased material, including the Grammy-nominated album The Don Killuminati: The 7 Day Theory.

The estate also receives money from licensing deals. The estate has licensed Shakur’s music for use in movies, television shows, and video games.

The estate also receives money from live performances. The estate has licensed Shakur’s music for use in live performances, such as the Cirque du Soleil show “Immortal.”

The estate also receives money from endorsements. The estate has licensed Shakur’s likeness for use in advertising campaigns for companies such as Dr. Dre’s Beats by Dre headphones.

Finally, the estate receives money from charitable donations. The estate has set up a foundation in Shakur’s name to support causes he was passionate about, such as education and youth empowerment.

It’s clear that Tupac Shakur is still making money, even though he passed away in 1996. His estate has done an impressive job of leveraging his legacy to generate income for his family and for charitable causes. His influence on hip-hop culture and his enduring popularity are a testament to his legacy.