At first glance, marrying a guy like Elon Musk would seem to be every gold digger’s dream come true. It comes with no worries that the plastic will ever max out, and the lifestyle choices include being able to reach for the stars, both literally and figuratively. As Justine Musk found out, the gig’s not as easy as it looks. Elon has cycled through a lot of wives over the years, but at least Justine can lay claim to being the first. Marrying Elon has helped make her a rich woman, but there’s a lot more to her story. First…
Author: Bob McCullough
Bob McCullough
Bob McCullough is an experienced author, journalist and producer. As a journalist he's worked for the Boston Globe, the Boston Phoenix, the LA Times, and Publishers Weekly.
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 has attracted 3.1 million followers who love his enthusiasm for trains. Yup, you read that right. Francis Bourgeois (real name Luke Magnus Nicolson) is famous for making videos about trains. As a youngster, Bourgeois spent a lot of time with his parents on outings to Willesden…
There are many ways to get rich, 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 well for him. If you recognize the last name, it’s because Rubik is the inventor of the infamous Rubik’s Cube. Thanks to his creation, Erno Rubik has an estimated net worth of $100 million. The handy little 3D box puzzle in a box that doubles as something of a spatial IQ test. The lean, angular Hungarian inventor has certainly led an interesting life, so let’s trace his path and…
Phil Hellmuth is a professional poker player known as “The Poker Brat” due to his competitive nature. He holds the record for the most World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelets won, 17 in total. At the moment, Phil Hellmuth has an estimated net worth of $20 million. Despite his wealth, he doesn’t rank in the top 10 wealthiest poker pros. Hellmuth’s Family & Education Phil Hellmuth was born on July 16, 1964 in Madison, Wisconsin. He is the eldest of five siblings, his father was a dean and his mother was a sculptor. Phil went to Madison West High School,…
David Sacks rose to prominence as part of the “PayPal Mafia,” an elite group of early executives who founded PayPal. Since then, he has founded and sold billion-dollar companies, invested early in some of the world’s most valuable tech firms, and most recently served as the White House AI and Crypto Czar. David Sacks has an estimated net worth of $250 million, depending on the valuation of his private holdings. Raised in Tennessee David Oliver Sacks was born on May 25, 1972, in Cape Town, South Africa. His family relocated to Tennessee when he was five years old. His father…
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 Belle Delphine. Born in South Africa, Delphine has an estimated net worth of $5 million. Real name Mary-Belle Kirschner, the 25-year old has made a name for herself in the world of cosplay and through various audacious escapades on social media. The most outrageous one is her “Gamer Girl Bath Water” caper. In 2019, she went viral for selling her bathwater for $30 per jar to followers. Given the nature of the product it’s fair to guess that the…
When it comes to buying businesses that will provide steady 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 world. Codie Sanchez’s estimated net worth ranges from $15 to $18 million. Early Days The 38-year old hails from Arizona, and…
Poker is a game of skill and it involves mastering the art of taking calculated risks. Around 100 million people play poker online but 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. 1. Dan Bilzerian – $200 Million Despite never winning a major championship, Dan Bilzerian is at the top of the list thanks to his social media career, trust fund, and business ventures. He has admitted to making the majority of his money…
Modern gold miners are busy guys. They’ve got a lot of money to make, and that makes them attractive for – well, gold diggers (sorry). Take a look at Parker Schnabel, for instance. He’s one of the protagonists of the popular reality show, Gold Rush, and he’s become a popular guy with the ladies. Looks-wise, Schnabel has been compared to Adam Driver, so it’s not all that surprising that he’s getting plenty of interest. It’s hard to tell the players without a scorecard, though, so let’s take a brief journey through Parker Schnabel’s dating life. Ashley Youle We’ll start with…