Author: Charles Judd

Salty celebrity chefs are a dime a dozen these days, and they seem to be showing up everywhere on social media, as memes, in cooking shows and as a part of virtually every celebrity showcase imaginable. But some are worth way more than a dime, and that includes the Turkish chef and restaurateur. Salt Bae’s net worth is estimated to be $60 million. Early Life Salt Bae, whose real name is the far less glamorous-sounding Nusret Gokce, was born in Turkey in 1983. His father Faik, was a mine worker, but when it comes to breeding, he and his wife,…

Vladislav Vashketov and Nikita Vashketov are two brothers who run a YouTube channel called Vlad and Niki. Their parents run the account, but the kids are the stars of the show. Their videos are usually about fun challenges and adventures for kids. Despite their young age, Vlad and Niki have a net worth of $280 million. Background The older brother Vlad was born on February 26, 2013 and is nine years old. Niki was born on June 4, 2015 and is now seven years old. The Russian-Americans reside in Miami, Florida where they were born. Their parents emigrated to the…

With millions of people embracing the vegan lifestyle every year, plant-based meat products are in high demand. Atlas Monroe created a vegan fried chicken, founders Deborah and Jonathan Torres pitched the business on Shark Tank. Rohan Oza and Mark Cuban offered to buy the business but their offer was rejected. As of 2023, Atlas Monroe is worth $7 million. About the Founders Deborah and Jonathan Torres are from San Diego, California. Although the married couple pitched the business together, it was Deborah who invented the product. She grew up in Silicon Valley and her parents emigrated to the United States.…

Despite living in Elon’s shadow, Tosca Musk is hugely successful in her own right. Tosca is a filmmaker and director who has worked on high profile television programs and feature films. Currently, the South African is the CEO of Passionflix, a streaming platform and production company. As of 2023, Tosca Musk has a net worth of $170 million. Early Life Tosca was born in Johannesburg, South Africa on July 20, 1974, to Errol and Maye Musk. She is the younger sister of Kimbal and Elon Musk. Her parents got a divorce when she was five years old and Tosca stayed…

Over the festive season, Americans planned to spend an average of $907 in 2022 according to a study conducted by CNBC. ReadyFestive is looking to profit from this trend and help you get in the Christmas spirit at the same time. The subscription-based startup sells personalized boxes for every holiday season. Founders Liz Voelker and Kristina Barnes, pitched the business on Shark Tank and got a deal with Robert Herjavec. As of 2023, ReadyFestive is worth an estimated $1 million. About the Founders Elizabeth Voelker and Kristina Barnes are festive moms based in San Francisco, California. Not much is known…

While the lives and careers of entrepreneurs have always been an area of fascination, their parents also remain a focal point. The life of Elon Musk has gotten a significant amount of attention. However, the life of his father, Errol Musk is also notable. As of 2023, Errol Musk has a net worth of $2 million. Background Errol Musk was born in 1946 in South Africa, Pretoria. He studied electromechanical engineering at a local university and pursued engineering as a career. However, Errol was primarily interested in being an entrepreneur and investor, setting his ambitions far higher than a typical…

Joe’s Gourmet Fish Fry is a special breading made for all sorts of fried dishes. Despite the name, it’s not made only for fish recipes. It can be used for other seafood, chicken, and even fried vegetable treats. Founders Joe and Maranda Dowell struck a deal on Shark Tank with Daymond John. As of 2023, Joe’s Gourmet Fish Fry is worth an estimated $4 million. About the Founders Joseph and Maranda Dowell are a couple from Atlanta, Georgia. Not much is known about Maranda’s educational background, but her husband is a graduate of Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University. Before selling…

The Hummingbird is one of nature’s most magnificent creatures. If you adore them as much as John and Joan Creed do, you should get the Hummviewer as soon as possible. It’s a mask that lets you watch hummingbirds feeding in front of you. The founders appeared on Shark Tank and got a deal with Daniel Lubetzky. As of 2023, Hummviewer is worth $500,000. About the Founders John and Joan Creed are a married couple from Colorado. Not much is known about their family or educational background, but they had a similar childhood. As a child, John’s family visited a cabin…

YNW Melly is an American rapper who is currently incarcerated at Broward County Jail, Florida. He has collaborated with big musicians in the past, including Kanye West and Juice Wrld. After being convicted of a double-murder, his breakout song “Murder on My Mind” got him huge exposure. But where is YNW Melly now? Background Jamell Maurice Demons was born in Florida on May 1, 1999 and was raised by a single mother, Jamie Demons-King. Jamie got pregnant with him when she was 14 years old. His mother struggled to cover living expenses and Jamell became a member of the Bloods…

Ice cream is a delicious frozen treat for any season but it’s far from healthy. Coconut Girl’s dairy-free, gluten-free ice cream sandwiches have the same rich flavour minus the calories. Founder Francheska Yamsuan pitched the product on Shark Tank and got a deal with Mark Cuban. As of 2023, Coconut Girl is worth an estimated $4 million. About the Founder Francheska “Frankie” Yamsuan is originally from the Philippines. Her family later moved to the States and settled in Los Angeles, California, where she went to The Art Institute of California for chef training. Currently, she resides in Phoenix, Arizona. Frankie…