Author: Bob McCullough

If you spend any time on TikTok, you already know that the world’s wildest social media platform is taking the definition of celebrity to strange places. And you’d be hard-pressed to find a celeb with a stranger hobby than Francis Bourgeois, aka the TikTok Train Guy. He’s made his reputation as a trainspotter, and he’s got a massive following of 2.8 million followers who love his enthusiasm for trains. Yup, you read that right. Francis Bourgeois, whose real name is Luke Nicolson, is famous for making videos about trains. Bourgeois, who grew up in Britain, apparently spent way too much…

There are many ways to get rich in life, but most don’t involve causing endless hours of frustration for millions of people. But that’s the route Erno Rubik took, and it’s worked out quite well for him. If you recognize the last name, it’s because Rubik is the inventor of the infamous Rubik’s Cube. As of 2023, Erno Rubik has an estimated net worth of $100 million. The handy little 3D box puzzle in a box that also doubles as something of a spatial IQ test. The lean, angular Hungarian inventor has certainly led an interesting life, so let’s trace…

Phil Hellmuth is a professional poker player who is dubbed “The Poker Brat” for his lively and competitive nature when playing. He holds the record for most World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelets won. He is also known for clinching the 1989 and 2012 WSOP Main Event. As of 2023, Phil Hellmuth has an estimated net worth of $20 million. Early Life Phil Hellmuth was born on July 16, 1964. He spent most of his early days in Wisconsin’s capital Madison and was the oldest of five children in his family. Their father was a dean, and his mother was…

The PayPal Mafia is an elite group of early executives who founded PayPal, an online payment system. David Sacks is one of them. He is an investor and general partner of a venture capital fund called Craft Ventures and also co-hosts the All-In Podcast. As of 2023, David Sacks has an estimated net worth of $200 million. Early Life David Oliver Sacks was born on May 25, 1972, in Cape Town, South Africa and his family relocated to Tennessee, United States when he was five years old. His father worked as an endocrinologist, but he was more inspired by his…

Some people emerge from the womb fully formed when it comes to what they want to do with their lives, but they occasionally take the long way around when it comes to realizing that in real life. That’s definitely the case for Nico Leonard van der Horst, whose obsession with watches and how they work has come to define his life. He’s the proud founder and owner of Pride and Pinion, Ireland’s only dedicated watch boutique. Early Days As you might guess from his name, Nico Leonard van der Horst was born in Holland, but he emigrated to Ireland in…

When it comes to online careers that have led to financial success, you’d be hard-pressed to find one more unusual than that of Belle Delphine. The 23-year old Instagram star, whose real name is Mary-Belle Kirschner, has made a name for herself in the world of cosplay and beyond by engaging in various audacious escapades that have resulted in both fame, a brief encounter with the law and banned accounts on both YouTube and Instagram. The most outrageous, of course, is her “Gamer Girl Bath Water” caper, but her other “highlights” have titles like “GamerGirl Pee” and “GamerGirl Chewed Gum.”…

When it comes to buying or investing in businesses that will provide ongoing income, there are plenty of flashy advisors working glamorous hustles. It’s easy to fall for the hype, but in many instances these “opportunities” are full of hidden bear traps. Codie Sanchez takes a different approach. She’s made her name – and the fortune that now goes with it – recommending unglamorous businesses like trailer parks, laundromats, etc., which makes her one of the most unique voices in the entrepreneurial investment world. As of 2023, Codie Sanchez has a net worth of $15 million. Her story is the…

Poker is a game of skill and it involves mastering the art of taking calculated risks. Around 100 million play poker online but it’s estimated that only 10% of players make money. Still, there are those that come out on top, playing high stakes and winning huge stacks of cash. Below we cover the richest poker players in the world. Top 10 Wealthiest Poker Players 1. Dan Bilzerian – $200 Million Despite the fact that he has never won a major championship, Dan Bilzerian is at the top of the list thanks to his social media career, trust fund, and…

It’s not very often that you get a loan from your dad to create a website that ends up making your career, but that’s exactly what happened to Tim Stokely. The end result of that small loan was that it helped Stokely attain his current net worth of $150 million. Okay, so let’s back up a bit here. Stokely was born in the UK in 1983, and he grew up with three siblings, one of whom, Guy, ended up working in finance for Barclays Investment Banker. Tim, meanwhile, got his degree at Anglia Ruskin University, where he graduated with a…

If you were watching “Shark Tank” before it became a household name, you probably remember Kevin Harrington’s face on the panel. He was on the show for two seasons and was eventually replaced by Mark Cuban. As of 2023, Kevin Harrington has an estimated net worth of $400 million. Early Days In many ways, Kevin Harrington was born to be an entrepreneur. He grew up in Cincinnati, and his father ran a successful Italian restaurant. Kevin’s father mentored him at an early age and he quickly progressed from having a paper route to starting his own driveway sealcoating business at the…