Sports · 21 June 2026

David Beckham: football's first billionaire and ad king

David Beckham is dominating US airwaves this summer, appearing in multiple TV ads during major football breaks. He's reportedly the first billionaire footballer, with an estimated worth of $1.6bn (£1.3bn) despite retiring 13 years ago. His business, DB Ventures, recently posted $63.6m in revenue, driven by his stake in Inter Miami and brand licensing deals.

By BriefTea Editorial · 21 June 2026 at 7:18

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