The Highest-Paid Black Olympic Athlete Made $128.2M In 365 Days: Here’s A Hint … It’s Not Simone Biles

The 2024 Olympic Games officially kick off today, July 26, as 10,000 athletes from across the globe will descend in Paris for the opening ceremony of the Olympics. That means a whole lotta money is coming through to compete at the highest levels in France. According to Forbes,& The Olympics will see some of the world’s highest-paid athletes and the list is dominated by NBA players, professional golfers, and tennis stars, who according to the publication, earn large playing contracts, purses According to Forbes, these players earn large playing contracts or prize money winnings, as well as millions of dollars in brand endorsements and off-field business ventures. Thanks to sports and entertainment, Black athletes have enjoyed unimaginable lifestyles and opportunities.& Team USA alone dominates the list of highest-paid black athletes at the Paris Olympics. LeBron James: $128.2 million Networth: $1.18B LeBron James Continues To Shatter Perception of Black Athletes With The Release Of Potential Box Office Hit “House Party” Three-time Olympian LeBron James is the highest-paid athlete at the Olympics. He earns $128.2 million, according to Forbes. He is also the first self-made billionaire to compete in the Summer Games, following his various endorsement deals and entrepreneurial ventures. Giannis Antetokounmpo:...