Sports · 21 June 2026

David Beckham: football's first billionaire and ad king

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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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