Kamala Harris, Merkel, Rihanna make Forbes 2020’s most powerful women
The list of the world’s 100 most powerful women of 2020 was on Tuesday announced by Forbes.
The Forbes latest list of most powerful women still has the German Chancellor, Angela Merkel, retaining the No. 1 spot for the tenth year in a row, with European Central Bank head, Christine Lagarde in second position for the second consecutive year.
Kamala Harris, the U.S. Vice President-elect made the list for the first time, debuting in the Number 3 slot.
Forbes stated that her “rapid ascension in U.S. politics” has “catapulted” her onto the list.
Those completing the top five are Ursula von der Leyen, the first female president of the European Commission, and Melinda Gates, co-chair of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.
According to Forbes, Gates maintained her title as the most powerful woman in philanthropy.
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The list also features some big names from the music industry, with pop sensations Rihanna and Beyoncé occupying the 69th and 72nd spots respectively.
Taylor Swift secured number 82, following the success of her surprise album Folklore, which sold 1 million units.
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