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Shannon Sharpe is calling the shots now. The former NFL player, who is now a commentator and media personality, has found greater security by turning his full attention towards his own media company, Shay Shay Media, and through podcasts such as “Club Shay Shay” and “Nightcap” featuring former NFL wide receiver Chad Johnson. Notably, the K att Williams interview with “Club Shay Shay” on Jan. 3, 2024, became the most-watched interview in YouTube history, with more than 68 million views. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shannon Sharpe (@shannonsharpe84) Sharpe’s accomplishment followed a challenging exit from “Undisputed” after the 2023 NBA finals. During a panel discussion hosted by “The Black Money Tree” podcast, he acknowledges the sacrifices he made for his prior job and how he had to find the light at the end of the tunnel, which inevitably led to his next career breakthrough. “I’d be lying if I told you I thought I would be where I am right now at this point in...
Hybrid and electric vehicles have been a big trend in recent years as new and innovative technologies prioritize convenience and sustainability. BYD (Build Your Dreams) is a Chinese company that has positioned itself as a dominant force, leveraging cutting-edge technology to challenge the industry’s established leaders . One of the most recognizable brands in the EV industry is Elon Musk’s Tesla . While Tesla has long been regarded as the undisputed innovator in this realm, BYD is steadily carving out its own niche. In global markets with impressive advancements in EV technology, vertical integration and growing sales figures the question is no longer if BYD can compete with Tesla, but how it will continue to close the gap. The foreign company is already doing well for itself in terms of both market share and technological prowess. BYD was founded in 1995 in Shenzhen, China. It is a publicly traded company with major holdings under the control of Wang Chuanfu, the founder and...
If you’re a fan of professional baseball you’re more than likely already aware of the legacy of David Ortiz. The former designated hitter and Red Sox MVP is best known for his nickname “Big Papi,” as well as his crucial role in putting an end to the team’s 86-year World Series championship drought, commonly referred to as the “Curse of the Bambino.” Ortiz was so central in reversing the curse back in 2004 that he stars in a new Netflix docu-series titled The Comeback: 2004 Boston Red Sox alongside a few of his former teammates. Given that Ortiz is fresh on everyone’s mind, now seems like as good a time as any to examine his many streams of income , and see what we can learn from his multi-million dollar net worth. According to Celebrity Net Worth , David Ortiz has an estimated value of over $55 million, mostly earned through his MLB salary, brand and endorsement deals and post-retirement work with ESPN as a sports analyst. With such a massive legacy and career to unpack, let’s see...
Shannon Sharpe says he could have been a billionaire if he had moved forward with an investment in Google. During an episode of Sharpe’s “Club Shay Shay” podcast, which featured billionaire businessman Mark Cuban, the host reveals he lucked out of a six-figure investment in Google after receiving advice from his financial team. The opportunity to invest in what has become a major tech giant was while he was in the NFL signed to the Baltimore Ravens. He was under a four-year contract — although he remained with the team for only two seasons, during 2000 and 2001. The contract was valued at $13.8 million, which encompassed a 4.5 million signing bonus and $4.5 million guaranteed, according to Spotrac. “I remember when Google came out and they thought shares were gonna open up at about $85 a share. And I remember sending it to my financial guys, and I was like — ‘Oh, you know what?’ I had just signed with the Ravens, so I had some money. And I was like, ‘Man, I’d like to buy $300,000...
Mark Cuban believes it’s only a matter of time before an NBA player signs a $1 billion contract. The Dallas Mavericks’ minority owner shared his thoughts during an appearance on Shannon Sharpe’s “Club Shay Shay” podcast. When Sharpe asked if he thinks the world will ever see such a monumental deal, Cuban responded, “Yeah, but that presumes that TV keeps on going up the way it is. But, you’re going to see a hundred million dollars a year here shortly. Because if the TV contract has 10% increases in the cap, [which is] the way the CBA works. You saw Steph [Curry] had 62 million for one year… and it’s going to go crazier.” The Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) defines the employment guidelines and agreements for all professional basketball players in the National Basketball Association, per its website . It also outlines the rights and responsibilities of the NBA Clubs, the NBA, and the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA). Sharpe’s question was prompted by 25-year-old...
A conversation with Beyoncé inspired Megan Thee Stallion’s latest business venture. Launching A Tequila Brand In April 2024, Megan Thee Stallion, the rapper born Megan Jovon Ruth Pete, announced plans to launch her own tequila brand during Adweek’s Social Media Week (SMW). She will be part of the $2.5 trillion spirits industry, which will reportedly reach $5.7 trillion by 2032, per Fortune Business Insights. During Adweek’s SMW, Megan Thee Stallion also revealed that she was working on bringing new music. “I create the things that I want to see. I don’t create things for other people to like them,” she said, per Essence. “I create the music I want to hear, I go and do my own thing and stay true to me.” In May 2024, the “Savage” rapper embarked on the Hot Girl Summer arena tour featuring GloRilla. During the tour’s visit to Chicago, IL, Megan Thee Stallion gave fans an exclusive first taste of her tequila brand, per a May 19 Instagram post. She has yet to reveal other details about...
By now, just about every person on Earth has a passing familiarity with Mike Tyson. You may know him as the former Heavyweight Champion , the media personality, or the hilarious on-screen presence appearing in such films as “The Hangover.” Any way you slice it, Mike Tyson is a veritable superstar, with a multi-million dollar net worth to show for his decades in entertainment. Before going into his landmark fight with Jake Paul in November 2024, Mike Tyson was estimated to have a nest egg of just over $10 million. While this is a far cry from the net worth that Mike Tyson once held many years ago, it serves as a testament to the retired boxer ‘s longevity and resilience. After facing financial struggles throughout the late 1990s, Tyson filed for bankruptcy in 2003. For many others in Tyson’s position, this bankruptcy filing would have put the nail in the coffin of their financial future. So how did Tyson manage to bounce back, regain his legacy, and eventually rehabilitate his image...
Shaquille O’Neal once invested in Ray J’s music career. During an interview on Shannon Sharpe’s podcast “Club Shay Shay,” the R&B singer-turned-entrepreneur reveals he received $1.5 million from the former Los Angeles Lakers basketball player to support “Sexy Can I,” the first single from his 2008 studio album “All I Feel.” The single featuring Yung Berg would go on to become a top 10 hit on Billboard. O’Neal saw a big return on that investment , Ray J says on the podcast. “He gave us $1.5 [million] for the ‘Sexy Can I’ project, which was the ‘All I Feel’ project, and ‘Sexy Can I’ was the record to lead off. It sold 8 million copies,” Ray J told Sharpe. “We recouped the number back for Shaq, and I don’t know five months, six months, and everything else has been profitable ever since, so shout out to Shaq.” He added, “If you look at the ‘Sexy Can I’ video, you see Shaq in the video. He’s the one with the camera.” Photo Credit: YouTube/ MNRK Music Group O’Neal has distinguished...
Jerami Grant is now a team owner! The Portland Trail Blazers forward joined the D.C. United ownership group as an investor, a press release mentions. The move marks a full circle moment, given his upbringing in the DMV region in Maryland. Now, he will have a chance to not only sport a new hat but also discover new ways to reinvest in the region, he reveals. “I am honored to be joining the D.C. United ownership group. Having grown up in the DMV, Washington, D.C. holds a special place in my heart, and I am proud to invest in the community that has played a significant role in shaping who I am today,” Grant said in the news release. “D.C. United’s ownership group has shown impressive growth over the years, extending their influence beyond sports into the realms of music and arts, which is something I deeply respect. The club’s commitment to social responsibility is admirable, and I am eager to contribute in a meaningful way by giving back to the community. I strongly believe in the...
Revolt employees now become the largest shareholder group of the media company, The New York Times reports. As AFROTECH™ previously reported, Diddy had exited his position as chairman of Revolt TV and sold his remaining shares to an anonymous buyer. Now it has been announced by Revolt CEO Detavio Samuels that Diddy has officially separated from the company he founded in 2013 alongside Andy Schuon. “One-hundred percent of Sean Combs’s shares have been redeemed and retired,” Samuels said, according to The New York Times. “He is no longer chairman. He is no longer on the board. He has no shares, no equity in Revolt. We have completely separated and dissociated from each other.” The majority of Revolt’s employees, which consists of about 80% people of color, are now the company’s largest shareholder group, the outlet notes. The initial value of Diddy’s shares in the company is unclear. “Today marks one of the biggest days we’ve seen at REVOLT and in media (especially Black media),”...
50 Cent’s spirits venture was nearly at the brink of closure, according to Fox 5 in New York, NY. The outlet notes that the rapper and “Power” executive producer has been in a court battle over the loss of millions of dollars in an alleged embezzlement scheme. A 70-page New York State Supreme Court Complaint alleges his company, Sire Spirits, lost revenue due to being overcharged by distiller Beam Suntory, which then split the profits with Mitchell Green, the former director of brand management for Sire Spirits. The complaint claims the loss is estimated to be over $6 million. “Because these illicit commissions were baked into the price of the product, Sire Spirits overpaid on taxes, overpaid on customs and duties, overpaid on insurance, which are marked towards the value of the product,” Sire Spirits Attorney Craig Weiner said, according to Fox 5. Furthermore, Beam Suntory’s chief commercial officer, Julious Grant, is being accused of wearing various hats, including Beam Suntory’s...
From deep sports fans to those who simply show up for the watch parties, anyone who’s even adjacent to sports has likely heard of Shannon Sharpe. And if for no other reason, it’s for the coveted yelling of his former co-host’s name, “SKIIIIIIIPPPPP.” The energy behind that exclamation indicates his life’s example — full of joy, fever, and passion. Shannon Sharpe served as an NFL tight end for 14 years, and is best known for his work with the Denver Broncos, though he has also played for the Baltimore Ravens. Sharpe is a three-time Super Bowl champion , and serves as the first tight end to ever accumulate over 10,000 receiving yards with the NFL, leaving many to consider the football legend one of the greatest players in the history of the sport. Younger sports fans may know him best for his work in sports media, including his popular podcast venture “Club Shay Shay.” Sharpe has also served as an analyst for CBS and Fox. Today, Shannon Sharpe is said to have a net worth of $14...
It’s an undisputed fact that Stephen Curry has been a leading force for the Golden State Warriors since he was drafted to the team in 2009. Over a decade, the NBA star has counted off leading them to three championships and being crowned MVP twice. The achievements put him up there with the greats that the league’s court has ever seen and transformed the Warriors into a super-team. The Golden State Warriors took early notice of what he brought to the franchise — prior to the aforementioned acclaimed success — in 2012 with a four-year, $44 million extension. According to Insider, although others thought the deal was far from reflecting his foreshadowed worth, in Curry’s eyes, it was “maybe the most favorable in NBA history.”
Boxing champion, Floyd Mayweather will reportedly make a return to the ring in the spring of 2022, and new technologies are expected to keep the thrill alive. According to a press release, the announcement was made during a press conference in Dubai by Frontrow TMT, Undisputed, and Mayweather Promotions on Dec. 31, 3021 “ Dubai is one of my favorite cities and Burj Al Arab is famous like the Statue of Liberty is for New York and you know me, I’m gonna put on a show anywhere. Money May all day now streaming from the helipad. They can’t be me, they just imitate me,” Floyd Mayweather said in a press release. Not only will fans be able to enjoy a highly anticipated match, but new technologies will be used to heighten the atmosphere. According to a press release, live augmented reality projections of the match will be displayed on the Burj Al Arab tower for onlookers. The match will also mark a first featuring an “undisclosed first-ever blockchain NFT integration of the event.” “In...