Athletes Who Retired... But Were MORE Successful After
Summary
TLDRThis video script highlights the diverse and remarkable post-sports careers of ten athletes. George Foreman found success with his eponymous grill, while Jason Statham transitioned from diving to action stardom. Arnold Schwarzenegger leveraged his bodybuilding into acting and politics, and Magic Johnson became a business mogul. Other athletes like Ilie Năstase, Michael Strahan, Vinnie Jones, and Shaquille O'Neal also carved out unique paths in entertainment and business. Terry Crews pursued his passion for the arts, and Michael Jordan's partnership with Nike catapulted him to billionaire status, making him the richest athlete ever.
Takeaways
- 🥊 George Foreman transitioned from boxing to endorsing a grill that drains excess fat, earning significant profits from the deal.
- 🏅 Jason Statham moved from diving to acting, using his discipline and focus from sports to excel in action movies and survive a near-fatal accident.
- 💪 Arnold Schwarzenegger leveraged his bodybuilding success into acting roles and later became a billionaire through savvy investments and business ventures.
- 🏀 Magic Johnson achieved success in the NBA and later as a businessman, investing in sports teams and other ventures, becoming a billionaire.
- 🎾 Ion Ţiriac capitalized on his unique look and success in tennis to build a business empire, including a bank and a car museum, making him Romania's richest man.
- 🎤 Michael Strahan transitioned from the NFL to a successful career in television, winning awards and recognition for his hosting skills.
- 🍔 Vinnie Jones used his aggressive reputation from soccer to play tough roles in films, and his off-field troubles added authenticity to his on-screen persona.
- 🎤 Shaquille O'Neal diversified his post-retirement career with music, acting, and business ventures, accumulating a significant net worth.
- 🎨 Terry Crews pursued his passion for the arts while playing in the NFL, which eventually led to a successful acting career and iconic commercials.
- 👟 Michael Jordan's partnership with Nike for his own shoe line became a massive success, contributing to his status as the richest athlete ever with a net worth of 3.2 billion.
Q & A
How did George Foreman transition from his boxing career to the kitchen appliance industry?
-George Foreman transitioned from boxing to the kitchen appliance industry by allowing a company called Sultan to use his name for a grill that drained excess fat. Initially, the product was a failure, but it became successful when Foreman began hosting infomercials for it. He received 40% of the profits and eventually sold his share for a one-time payment of 137 million dollars.
What was the initial success of the George Foreman grill?
-The George Foreman grill initially failed in the market. Its success came after George Foreman started hosting the infomercials for the product, which led to a significant increase in sales.
How did Jason Statham's diving career influence his acting career?
-Jason Statham's diving career taught him discipline and focus, principles he applied as an action movie star. His swimming ability also contributed to his roles in productions like 'The Meg' and 'Expendables 3', where diving skills saved his life during a filming accident.
How did Arnold Schwarzenegger's sporting achievements impact his acting career?
-Arnold Schwarzenegger's sporting achievements, particularly his multiple Olympia wins, led to him being cast for roles that matched his Greek hero-like appearance, such as Hercules in New York, Conan the Barbarian, the Terminator, and Dutch from Predator.
What business ventures did Magic Johnson undertake after his basketball career?
-Magic Johnson invested in sports teams, bought the LA Dodgers, the Los Angeles Sparks, the Los Angeles football club, and the Washington commanders. He also launched his own talk show, film studio, record label, and bought a movie theater, the tallest building in Brooklyn, and multiple Starbucks locations. Additionally, he bought 60% of the Equit Trust Insurance company, which nearly doubled its assets.
What was unique about Ion Ţiriac's post-retirement business ventures?
-Ion Ţiriac opened the first bank in Romania after the fall of communism, funded by profits from his tennis career. He also ventured into real estate, auto leasing, and air travel. His coolest business is the Ţiriac Auto Gallery, featuring over 300 unique cars, including two rare Rolls-Royce Phantom 4S.
How did Michael Strahan's transition from the NFL to media impact his career?
-Michael Strahan became a talk show co-host on 'Live with Kelly and Michael', which significantly increased its ratings. He then moved to 'Good Morning America', where he won two daytime Emmys for outstanding talk show host and received a star on Hollywood's Walk of Fame.
What was the turning point in Vinnie Jones' acting career?
-Vinnie Jones' acting career took off when he was cast as a criminal in 'Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels'. His tough-guy image, built from his reputation as an aggressive soccer player, made him perfect for such roles.
How did Shaquille O'Neal diversify his post-retirement career?
-Shaquille O'Neal made rap music, released five studio albums, performed live at music festivals, appeared in WWE shows, and acted in numerous commercials and TV shows. He also made savvy business moves, owning 155 Five Guys restaurants, 150 car washes, 40 gyms, and 17 Auntie Anne's restaurants, building a net worth of half a billion dollars.
How did Terry Crews' NFL career influence his acting career?
-Terry Crews was known as the 'artist football player' during his NFL career. After retiring, he took his talent to Hollywood and landed roles in movies and commercials, notably the Old Spice commercials, which became a significant part of his acting career.
What made Michael Jordan the richest athlete ever?
-Michael Jordan's partnership with Nike to create his own special shoe line was extremely successful, earning him roughly 1.5 billion dollars. He also bought a share in the Charlotte Hornets, which he later resold for a significant profit, leading to a net worth of 3.2 billion.
Outlines
🥊 From Boxing Ring to Kitchen: George Foreman's Grill Empire
This paragraph details the unexpected success story of George Foreman, a retired boxer who found a second career in the kitchen appliance industry. After retiring at 48 with seemingly no prospects, Foreman's name became synonymous with a revolutionary grill that removed excess fat from food. Initially a failure, the product took off after Foreman began hosting infomercials, leading to massive profits and a one-time payment of 137 million dollars. The paragraph also touches on the surprising fact that Foreman is a real person and not just a brand, while also mentioning other athletes-turned-celebrities like Jason Statham, who transitioned from diving to action movies, and Arnold Schwarzenegger, who leveraged his bodybuilding achievements into acting roles and political office.
🏆 Diverse Careers Post-Sports: From Insurance to Talk Shows
The second paragraph delves into the diverse post-sports careers of various athletes. It starts with Magic Johnson, highlighting his successful investments in sports teams and businesses, which led to him becoming a billionaire. The narrative then shifts to Ilie Năstase, a former tennis player who capitalized on his unique look and entrepreneurial ventures, including opening Romania's first bank post-communism. The paragraph also covers Michael Strahan's transition from the NFL to co-hosting a talk show, which significantly increased its ratings, and his subsequent success on Good Morning America, earning him two daytime Emmys. The story of Vinnie Jones, known for his aggressive soccer career, is also included, detailing how his tough image translated into a successful acting career, despite some legal troubles. Finally, the paragraph mentions Shaquille O'Neal's ventures into music and business, which contributed to his half-a-billion-dollar net worth.
🏀 The Legacy of Michael Jordan: From Basketball to Business
The final paragraph focuses on the unparalleled success of Michael Jordan, widely regarded as the greatest NBA player of all time. After being approached by Nike to create a signature shoe, Jordan's brand far exceeded expectations, generating an astonishing 126 million dollars in the first year alone. Over time, the Jordan brand has amassed a fortune of approximately 1.5 billion dollars for him. Additionally, Jordan's investment in the Charlotte Hornets, initially costing 275 million dollars, was resold in 2023 for a staggering 3 billion dollars, solidifying his status as the richest athlete ever with a net worth of 3.2 billion dollars.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡George Foreman Grill
💡Discipline and Focus
💡Arnold Schwarzenegger
💡Investment
💡Tennis Player Ion Ţiriac
💡NFL Career
💡Vinnie Jones
💡Shaquille O'Neal
💡Terry Crews
💡Michael Jordan
Highlights
George Foreman transitioned from boxing to kitchen appliances, notably the George Foreman grill, which became a massive success after he began hosting its infomercials.
Foreman's grill initially failed but turned around, earning him a one-time payment of 137 million dollars after selling his share in the product.
Jason Statham, a former diver, applied his discipline and focus from diving to his successful acting career, performing his own stunts and using his swimming skills in films.
Statham's diving skills saved his life during a near-fatal accident while filming, where he had to swim to the surface from the bottom of the Black Sea.
Arnold Schwarzenegger's bodybuilding achievements led to acting roles that were influenced by his physique, such as Hercules, Conan the Barbarian, and the Terminator.
Magic Johnson became a billionaire through savvy investments in sports teams and businesses, including the LA Dodgers and the Equit Trust Insurance company.
Ion Ţiriac capitalized on his unique appearance and success in tennis to build a bank and a vast business empire, becoming Romania's richest man.
Michael Strahan transitioned from a long NFL career to co-hosting a talk show, significantly increasing its ratings and winning two daytime Emmys.
Vinnie Jones leveraged his aggressive reputation from soccer into a successful acting career, playing tough characters in films and commercials.
Shaquille O'Neal diversified his post-basketball career with music, acting, and business ventures, amassing a net worth of half a billion dollars.
Terry Crews, despite a modest NFL career, found success in Hollywood, particularly with a long-running Old Spice commercial campaign.
Michael Jordan's association with Nike led to the creation of his own shoe line, which has earned him an estimated 1.5 billion dollars.
Jordan's investment in the Charlotte Hornets basketball team resulted in a significant profit, increasing his net worth to 3.2 billion dollars, making him the richest athlete ever.
The George Foreman grill's success story demonstrates the power of personal branding and the importance of perseverance in business.
Many athletes find that the discipline and focus developed in sports can be applied to achieve success in diverse fields such as acting, business, and media.
Investments in various industries, from sports teams to insurance companies, have proven lucrative for retired athletes looking to expand their portfolios.
The ability to adapt and find new passions, as demonstrated by Terry Crews and Michael Strahan, can lead to a successful second act after sports retirement.
The story of Ion Ţiriac shows how a unique personal brand can be leveraged across different industries to build significant wealth.
Transcripts
their sporting careers had officially
ended but these 10 athletes were just
getting started and none Were Strangers
George Foreman's transition from boxing
to kitchen appliances he retired at the
age of 48 with minimal future prospects
yet in thankfully claimed his success
was due to his healthy eating because at
the same time a company called Sultan
was developing a special type of grill
that would drain the excess fat out of
anything it was cooking George Foreman
let the company used his name in
exchange for 40% of profits believing
this was his Fate by tweeting while I
was koed I saw a giant piece of meat
screaming Grill me when I woke I said
got to find a grill thus the George
Foreman grill the product however was a
total failure until he also began
hosting their infomercials George
Foreman explained that at the height of
the grill success there were monso was
being paid 8 million yet he'd eventually
sell his share in the product for a
one-time payment of 137 million the
product became so popular one person
posted today I learned that George
Foreman is not just a brand of Grill
it's actually the name of a real man who
was once a boxer while the name Jason
Statham belongs to a man who was once a
diver he made it to the 1990
Commonwealth Games where the judges
continually highlighted that he wasn't
doing well Jason STM who's not having a
good time he's moved from 8th slipped
down to 11 despite placing 11th he'
explained that diving teaches you
discipline focus and certainly keeps you
out of trouble which are principles he'd
also apply as an action movie star staan
performs his own stunts in every single
movie applying his swimming ability in
Productions like the Meg and Expendables
three where diving actually saved his
life whilst filming a truck scene beside
a dock the brakes on the truck failed
plunging him into the sea 60 ft at the
bottom of the Black Sea stuck in the mud
I'm going to get out this this is how it
ends yet Jason was able to free himself
and swim 20 M back to the surface Terry
Cruz who will'll talk about later said
he was a professional diver that was his
thing man if it would have been me I
don't know if it would have ended that
way Stan further added I think what I
didn't achieve in sports has probably
helped me focus more and take my acting
career more seriously while Arnold
Schwarzenegger was only able to act
because of his sporting achievements in
the very same year as Arnold's first
Olympia win he was given the lead role
as Hercules in New York being cast for
his appearance which resembled the Greek
hero after his seventh Olympia win
Arnold was cast as Conan the Barbarian
the Terminator and Dutch from Predator
each being influenced by his
bodybuilding background in the process
Arnold appeared on talk shows giving
bodybuilding tips also being elected
governor for eight whole years more
recently however Forbes announced that
Arnold had officially become a
billionaire yet Magic Johnson already
achieved this many years beforehand he
was the NBA's most valuable person
during three separate Seasons while ESPN
called him the fifth best player ever
but despite the Red Hot Chili Peppers
writing a song about him Johnson's
career earnings were according to Forbes
only 40 million yet he spent it
extremely wisely Magic Johnson began
investing in sports teams pulling money
to buy the LA Dodgers for which he was
heavily criticized we went in and bought
the Dodgers for $2 billion and everybody
said they're the stupidest businessmen
on the face of the Earth until it
quadrupled in value at 8 billion they
said oh they're the smartest guys he'
therefore also invest in the Los Angeles
Sparks the Los Angeles football club and
the Washington commanders or while
leading operations for the Los Angeles
Lakers he then launched his own talk
show his own film studio and even his
own record label before also buying a
movie theater the tallest building in
Brooklyn and 12 25 Starbucks locations
however there was one investment that
was Stranger than any other in 2015
Magic Johnson bought 60% of the equit
Trust Insurance company before almost
doubling their assets from 16 billion to
26 billion if you told Prime Magic
Johnson he one day work in insurance he
probably would have laughed yet ion tyak
corporate change was somehow even
Boulder you've likely never heard of him
but you'll never forget the mustache I
on tyak was a pro tennis player from
Romania who won the French Open during
his peak in 1970 he retired 10 years
later but had such a unique look he was
given a role in many different ads then
he casually decided to open his own bank
it was the first in his country after
communist Romania ended with its profits
funding other ventures in real estate
Auto Leasing and air travel although his
coolest business is easily his car
museum he owns over 300 different
incredibly unique cars including two
Rolls-Royce Phantom 4S of which only 18
were made and are valued at $3 million
each the rest of his collection features
everything from Fords to Ferraris and
they're all on display at the tyak Auto
Gallery despite earning just £200,000
during his professional tennis days he
became Romania's richest man with a
worth of 1.7 billion but he's not nearly
as famous as presenter Michael Stan NFL
players retire after three .3 years on
average yet Str played from 1993 to 2007
spending 15 years with the New York
Giants and retiring after a year that
his team had won the Super Bowl but
while this made him perfect for a career
in sporting commentary he approached it
through a slightly different medium stra
became a talk show co-host on Live with
Kelly and Michael which increased its
rating so ferociously it began beating
its competition by
87% he was then offered a position on
Good Morning America where he also
performed exceptionally winning two
daytime Emmys for outstanding talk show
host more recently Str was given a star
on Hollywood's Walk of Fame represented
by a whole new category for sports
entertainers making his star the first
to feature a trophy symbol Michael
certainly deserves his 17 million a year
while Vinnie Jones is also perfect for
every role he plays you might recognize
Vinnie as the coach in She's the Man
being given the role as a former
professional soccer player he played 184
games of Premier League football where
he built a reputation as a super
aggressive person Vinnie had once
casually threatened to rip off and spit
in the hole another player's ear broken
the record for the world's fastest
yellow card and of his 184 matches 12
had ended in red cards his own club's
chairman labeled him mosquito brain yet
Vinnie's tough attitude paid off
unexpectedly in 19 98 he was cast as a
criminal in lockstock and Two Smoking
Barrels although his casting might have
been too perfect as on the day he was
supposed to start shooting he had to
attend a court hearing for assaulting
his neighbor over an argument about a
garden fence he was sentenced to 100
hours of community service Vinnie was
then also given 80 hours community
service after admitting assault and
using threatening words or behavior
towards members of an air crew as
passengers and crew tried to restrain
him Jones declared I can get you
murdered I can get the whole crew
murdered for
£3,000 but these hiccups only helped his
career as he began to play tough guys in
every single movie for example the
X-Men's Juggernaut he since acted in
over 100 films but it feels like Shaq
appeared in even more commercials after
retiring as the 10th best player ever
Shaq began making rap music releasing
five Studio albums one of which
featuring Michael Jackson under the name
DJ diesel sha began performing live at
festivals as big as EDC Las Vegas on top
of Music sha appeared on WWE in shows
like Curb Your Enthusiasm and so many
different commercials IMDb can't even
count them all however most of his
earnings have come from Savvy business
moves sha owned 155 Five Guys
restaurants representing 10% of all
locations as well as 150 Car Washers 40
gyms and 17 ATI and restaurants he's
built a net worth of half a billion
dollars although there's something a
whole lot cooler about the success of
Terry Cruz he was drafted to the NFL in
1991 playing six games for the Rams 10
games for the Chargers and 16 games for
the Redskins although he' explained that
he wasn't very good I was always on the
end of the roster I was never a big
Superstar I was an 11th round draft pick
partially because he didn't even enjoy
it it took me years to figure out I
never really like football wow Terry
made it obvious that he instead
preferred the Arts I would go back into
the locker room and ask the players if
they wanted their portraits painted you
did these while you were playing while I
was playing I was known as the the
artist uh football player retiring from
the NFL to take his talent to Hollywood
his family thought he was crazy there
was family members that were like he had
a chance he blew it right you know that
was the that was the consensus although
whilst working Security on the set of
training day Terry was given an
unexpected chance well the director
walks over to me and he said hey man you
want to be in this movie I said yeah I
was like sir whatever you need me to do
this turned into another movie then
another but it was after appearing in
white chicks that his life would totally
change the producer of the movie called
me he said Terry your life will never
ever be the same Terry was offered to
appear in the Old Spice commercials
which went on for more than 10 whole
years calling it his revenge on the NFL
they played all over the NFL that was
that was another thing that was kind of
like my revenge on the league because
you couldn't watch a game without seeing
some crazy Cherry crw Old Spice
commercial although in terms of success
after sporting retirement there's nobody
close to Michael Jordan considered the
greatest NBA player ever Jordan was
approached by Nike to create his own
special shoe hoping to make $3 million
over a 3-year period instead it earned
126 million by the end of the first 12
months the shoes have since made him
roughly 1.5 billion which he used to buy
a share in the Charlotte Hornets
spending 275 million in 2010 before
reselling it in 2023 for a whopping $3
billion as a result Michael Jordan is
the richest athlete ever with a net
worth of 3.2 billion
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