In a bustling district of Beijing, lies an oasis of 90s nostalgia. Central Perk, a cafe modeled after the hit sitcom “Friends.” It offers customers a chance to immerse themselves in the world of the beloved show. The cafe’s owner, Du Xin, has taken his love for Friends to a whole new level by naming his firstborn child Joey and even legally changing his name to Gunther. Du Xin first discovered Friends during a difficult time in his life. After a bad breakup, a friend recommended the show, and it quickly became his lifeline. “They helped me past the really…
Author: Pratibha Chandel
With an astonishing IQ of 190, chess grandmaster Magnus Carlsen has clinched the World Chess Champion title five times. The reigning champ is a six-time World Blitz Chess Champion and a four-time World Rapid Chess Champion. His mastery of chess is the main source of his wealth. As of 2023, Magnus Carlsen has a net worth of $30 million. Early Life Hailing from Tønsberg, Norway, Sven Magnus Øen Carlsen was born on November 30, 1990. His mother Sigrun is a chemical engineer and his father Henrik is an IT consultant. In addition, he has three sisters and took up chess…
Not everyone wants to consume alcohol while socializing with friends. If you are one of these people, Ghia’s non-alcoholic drinks might be for you. They claim to capture the spirit of alcoholic drinks without alcohol. Ghia’s founder, Melanie Masarin appeared on season 14 of Shark Tank but didn’t get a deal. As of 2023, Ghia is valued at $35 million. About the Founder Melanie Masarin grew up in Lyon, France but relocated to Rhode Island, to study economics at Brown University. She eventually settled in Los Angeles, California, where she launched Ghia. The French beauty worked as a financial analyst…
Despite being born during a civil war, Marcus Lemonis is now a renowned businessman spearheading multiple companies such as Camping World, The House Boardshop, and Gander RV. Marcus is also a television personality, starring in CNBC’s The Profit and still has a show on HGTV. As of 2023, Marcus Lemonis has a net worth of $500 million. Early Life Marcus Anthony Lemonis was born on November 16, 1973, in Beirut, Lebanon. Originally named Ricardo by his biological parents, Abdallel and Nadia, they left him at an orphanage when he was just four days old. As an infant, he was adopted…
Supercar Blondie is an Australian YouTuber known for her luxury car videos. Real name Alex Hirschi, the vlogger and presenter has over 95 million followers on social media. As of 2023, Supercar Blondie has an estimated net worth of $17 million. Early Life Originally from Brisbane, Australia, Alexandra Mary Hirschi was born on September 21, 1985. Her love for cars began at a young age, as her family often went on long road trips. At 15 years old, they traveled to the United States, and a flashy limousine caught Hirschi’s eye. Since that day, she dreamed of owning a supercar.…
Infamous for doing stand-up comedy gigs shirtless, Bert Kreischer is an all-around performer. Apart from being a renowned comic, he is an actor, reality television host, and podcaster. This is why the nickname, “The Machine”, fits him so well. As of 2023, Bert Kreischer has a net worth of $5 million. Early Life Albert Kreischer was born on November 3, 1972 in St. Petersburg, Florida but spent most of his youth in Tampa. His father was a real estate lawyer, and his mother worked in early childhood development. Kreischer studied English at Florida State University and became a fraternity member…
College Hunks Hauling Junk appeared on Shark Tank’s first-ever episode in 2009. The business was founded by Omar Soliman and Nick Friedman. They only pitched their spinoff idea, College Foxes Packing Boxes, and didn’t get a deal. As of 2023, College Hunks Hauling Junk is worth an estimated $250 million. About the Founders Omar Soliman is a native of Washington, DC and grew up working for his mother’s furniture business doing sales and delivery. After finishing high school, Soliman pursued a business administration degree at the University of Miami. Nick Friedman studied Economics and Spanish at Pomona College. Since childhood,…
Southern Charm documents the lives of a group of socialites in Charleston, South Carolina. The reality TV show will be back for its 9th season and remains a fan favorite on the Bravo network. Given how wealthy they appear on screen, fans are curious about who is the richest person on the show. Richest Southern Charm Cast Members: 1. Patricia Altschul – $50 Million Patricia Altschul is by far the richest member on the show. She is the widow of former Goldman Sachs partner and banker, Arthur Altschul. Arthur is one of her three husbands and Ms. Altschul is currently…
IShowSpeed is a controversial and entertaining YouTube personality. His real name is Darren Watkins Jr but he also goes by Speed or Speedy. The YouTuber has had a rapid rise on social media over the last three years. He’s become famous for his angry outbursts and crazy antics on live streams. As of 2023, IShowSpeed has an estimated net worth of $1 million. Early Life Darren was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on January 21, 2005 and has stayed in his hometown for the majority of his life. He also has two other siblings, a little brother and a little sister.…
Many successful comics have a dark side, and Tom Segura is no exception. In fact, he may be one of the best examples of this phenomenon, having nearly died of a drug overdose at 18 years old. The 44-year-old comedian rebounded from his near-death experience to become a well-known comedian and podcaster. As of 2023, Tom Segura has a net worth of $15 million. Early Days Born in Ohio, his family is of Peruvian, Spanish and French descent. Segura also grew up with two sisters, Jane and Maria. Young Tom began experimenting with drugs early on, and it nearly cost…