A viral Reddit thread in September 2025 exposed 35 specialized jobs created to serve the ultra-rich, sparking debate over economic inequality.

A viral AskReddit thread in September 2025 revealed 35 jobs that exist primarily to serve the ultra-wealthy, as described by users. These roles include private chefs, personal stylists, luxury travel planners, yacht captains, and specialists in managing art collections, private islands, and rare wine cellars. Others involve pet butlers, wardrobe assistants, and full-time entertainers, highlighting how extreme wealth fuels highly specialized, often non-essential professions. The discussion, shared widely online, reflects broader concerns about economic inequality and the vast, invisible support systems that sustain elite lifestyles, with users noting the disconnect between these jobs and everyday economic realities.