The 48-year-old English superstar has come a long way from his North London beginnings and now has a reported personal net worth of over $450 million as he continues to make an indelible mark in the world of sports and business.
And while his illustrious playing career may have ended in 2013, his journey to financial success was just getting started.
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David Beckham, the soccer icon
David Beckham’s journey to fame began with powerhouse clubs like Manchester United and Real Madrid, where he showcased his remarkable talent. He also captained the English national team in more than half of his appearances for the Three Lions, which extended to three different world cups.
Beckham’s career culminated in spells with LA Galaxy, AC Milan, and Paris Saint-Germain before retiring from professional soccer.
By the time he stepped away from the pitch, Beckham had earned a staggering $800 million, making him one of the highest-paid athletes of his time.
The bulk of his income came from his club wages and lucrative endorsement deals with renowned brands like Armani, Gillette, PepsiCo, and Adidas during his playing days.
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Beckham’s business empire
David Beckham’s entrepreneurial spirit didn’t wane after his retirement. He transitioned seamlessly into the business world, establishing DB Ventures in 2014.
This venture became the hub for Beckham’s post-soccer career activities, including endorsements with brands like Adidas, Tudor Watches, and his own whiskey brand, Haig Club.
In March 2022, Beckham made a significant move by selling 55% of DB Ventures to Authentic Brands Group, a deal estimated to bring him over $230 million.
Beckham’s involvement in the world of soccer extended beyond playing.
In 2014 he exercised his Galaxy/MLS contract option from 2007 to start a Major League Soccer (MLS) franchise, Inter Miami.
The team joined the MLS in 2020 and has since seen exponential growth with the arrival of Lionel Messi earlier this year significantly boosting its value to an estimated $1.3 billion to $1.5 billion by 2024.
Victoria Beckham’s impressive earnings in fashion
David Beckham’s financial success is further highlighted when we consider his combined wealth with his wife, Victoria Beckham.
The power couple boasts a staggering $514 million in combined wealth, according to the Sunday Times Rich List.
While David’s personal net worth is estimated at around $450 million, Victoria’s net worth stands at approximately $70 million.
Victoria Beckham, a former Spice Girl turned fashion icon, has made significant strides in her own right.
Her fashion label, ‘Victoria Beckham,’ has seen remarkable growth, with annual revenue soaring by 42% to $71million by the end of 2022.
Victoria and David met in 1997 during a celebrity soccer match and got married on July 4, 199 in Ireland. Their wedding reception was rumored to have cost more than $825 thousand dollars.
Both Beckhams have leveraged their talents and entrepreneurial spirit to build successful careers beyond their initial claims to fame.
The couple has also established an impressive real estate portfolio around the world that is worth a reported $88 million.
The family’s most expensive property is their $37 million London townhouse in Holland Park. They also own a penthouse in Miami, Florida, a farmhouse in the Cotswolds, and two homes in Dubai, including an apartment in the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building.
The couple’s family includes four children: Brooklyn (24), Romeo (21), Cruz (18), and Harper (12).
