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Moreover, popular media has shaped our perception of the wealthy as corrupt or entitled, further entrenching cynical attitudes towards affluence. Yet, research shows that a significant proportion of the ultra-wealthy—68% of individuals with a net worth over $30 million—are self-made. Renowned figures like Warren Buffett, Howard Schultz, and Oprah Winfrey began their journeys in humble circumstances, proving that wealth is not exclusively inherited or reserved for the lucky few.