Michael Jordan Will Make More Money Than Any Other Athlete In 2016
What Retirement? Michael Jordan Will Make More Money Than Any Other Athlete In 2016
Jordan’s reign just won’t let up.
Despite retiring from the hardwood ten years ago, Michael Jordan remains a cash cow. According to a Forbes list released Wednesday, Jordan is the highest-paid retired athlete in the world. Not only that, but he’ll also make more money than any other athlete in 2016, retired or active.
Forbes estimates that Jordan is worth $1.1 billion, and that his earnings will surpass those of any other athletes this year by a whopping $30 million. Of course, a massive chunk of his money comes from Jordan brand, which raked in $3 billion last year; $100 million going straight to MJ.
Also included in the top ten of highest-paid retired athletes are David Beckham, Shaquille O’Neal, and Magic Johnson.
