Being a big name in the entertainment industry has its perks. Whether it is sports, music or theater, the ever increasing demand from the public has made it an extremely profitable business. Two of the greatest examples are Tiger Woods and Kanye West, who have pushed all limits and established their supremacy in the world. And while what they do is poles apart, a common and massive similarity between them is the considerable wealth they have amassed over the years.
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Even if you are not the biggest fan of music, the name of Kanye West is something that you are bound to come across. He is an American rapper, record producer and fashion designer widely regarded as one of the most influential men of his genre. He has 21 Grammy Awards to his name, a shared tenth place in history. In addition to being named to the 100 Greatest Songwriters of All Time list, he is also named to the Time list of the 100 Most Influential People in the World.
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On the other hand, Tiger Woods needs to be introduced to the world of sports. His contribution to golf is remarkable, being responsible for giving it the global reach it enjoys today. With 82 PGA Tour victories and 15 major titles, he holds several records that have ensured him to be one of the best players the sport has ever produced.
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Is Kanye West richer than Tiger Woods?
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Kanye’s career earnings far exceed the legacy Woods created for himself. According to Forbes, the 44-year-old singer’s fortune stands at $ 1.8 billion. And while Tiger tops the list among golfers – and most stars in the sport – his net worth of $ 800 million is paltry compared to the alumni. However, the truth is that the industry that Kanye immersed himself in; music and clothes have a lot more money in them than golf today.
The richest rapper in American history; Kanye West has sold around 140 million albums / singles during his career. However, the bulk of its revenue comes from its “Yeezy” brand, in collaboration with Adidas. In fact, Kanye earns between $ 150 million and $ 200 million in Yeezy royalties each year. In addition, its other assets and liabilities, including its Gap association, provide it with a figure that is only increasing each year.
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By comparison, Tiger earned most of his money from endorsements and sponsorships. Of his career earnings, about 92.4% (roughly $ 1.6 billion) comes from supporting brands. Among the long list, some lucrative ones are Nike, Gatorade, American Express, Golf Digest, Rolex and Gillette. Among its multiple assets, it boasts of a $ 25 million yacht, a $ 54 million Gulfstream G550 private jet and a $ 54 million mansion.
