Tiger Woods – Nike, Estimated $100 Million
Even before Tiger Woods became a worldwide sensation, he had seven figures endorsement deals with Nike. After signing a 5-year deal for $100 million, he became sports’ first “Billion-Dollar Man.” As the face of Nike, Tiger wears Nike clothes, hats, shoes, and even uses their clubs during tournaments (although he is not obligated to do so). The two brands have remained loyal to each other despite Woods’ infidelity scandals in 2009.
According to Forbes, Tiger Woods is known to have earned more than $1.4 billion from sponsors since he turned pro in 1996. His net worth is estimated to be $800 million as of 2018.