Franz Beckenbauer, former professional soccer player, 160 million euros
It is clear that Franz Beckenbauer is indispensable to German soccer. But soccer has not brought him the fortune he has earned today. Although he earned his first million German marks as a professional footballer, his current fortune is also estimated at around 160 million euros. Franz Beckenbauer only earned a large income after his soccer career as an advertising icon, for example for Adidas or Erdinger wheat beer. He also works as a soccer pundit for Sky, a pay-TV broadcaster. He earned most of his fortune by being present in the media.
Franz Beckenbauer, former professional footballer, 160 million euros
Dieter Bohlen, music producer, 250 million euros
Dieter Bohlen, a pop titan, is part of German music culture and played an important role in the duo Modern Talking in the 1980s. At that time, he also performed hits such as “Cherry Lady” with Thomas Anders. He became internationally famous and had sold an enormous number of records. But that was not enough for Dieter Bohlen: At the end of his successful career, he was now writing and producing countless hits for other artists. He worked with almost everyone known in the German music business. He was also adept at marketing his personal life, for example through the animated film Dieter – Der Film or as a book author. Dieter Bohlen is one of the richest people in Germany.
Dieter Bohlen, music producer, 250 million euros
