Billion-dollar fortunes
In this slideshow, we explore the 15 wealthiest athletes in history who have not only excelled in their sports, but have also amassed billion-dollar fortunes. Join us as we explore their impressive legacies and the records they’ve set along the way. The following net worths are estimated based on our research.
Michael Jordan
Michael Jordan: $3.75 Billion, Basketball, United States
Tiger Woods
Tiger Woods: $1.3 Billion, Golf, United States
LeBron James
LeBron James: $1.2 Billion, Basketball, United States
Cristiano Ronaldo
Cristiano Ronaldo: $800 Million, Soccer, Portugal
Arnold Palmer
Arnold Palmer: $875 Million, Golf, United States
Lionel Messi
Lionel Messi: $850 Million, Soccer, Argentina
Jack Nicklaus
Jack Nicklaus: $400 Million, Golf, United States
David Beckham
David Beckham: $450 Million, Soccer, United Kingdom
Roger Federer
Roger Federer: $550 Million, Tennis, Switzerland
Floyd Mayweather
Floyd Mayweather: $400 Million, Boxing, United States
Phil Mickelson
Phil Mickelson: $300 Million, Golf, United States
Michael Schumacher
Michael Schumacher: $600 Million, Formula 1, Germany
Shaquille O'Neal
Shaquille O’Neal: $500 Million, Basketball, United States
Kobe Bryant
At the time of his death, Kobe Bryant was worth an estimated $600 million.
Greg Norman
Greg Norman: $400 Million, Golf, Australia