Forbes List Of Richest Americans Meet The 10 Richest Americans 2009 1. William Gates III (Microsoft) $50 Billion – Despite losing $7 billion in 12 months, software man retains his title as America’s richest person for the 16th straight year. 2. Warren Buffett (Berkshire Hathaway) $40 Billion – America’s favorite investor lost $10 billion in past […]