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Celebrities investing in sports franchises have become a high-profile trend, with stars leveraging their fame and fortune to own stakes in everything from basketball and soccer teams to esports leagues. High-profile figures have not only expanded their business empires but also gained influence in the sports world. These investments offer dual benefits. They diversify celebrity portfolios while providing a platform to engage fans beyond traditional entertainment. So, which celebrities have the most valuable sports portfolios? Here’s who makes the list, including Serena Williams and Jennifer Lopez.

Tom Brady is America’s richest celebrity sports owner with a portfolio valued at $6.27 billion

More celebrities than ever are branching out into the world of sports ownership. A study from ARKA analyzed the wealthiest celebrity sports franchise holders.

“Celebrity team owners bring more money to sports franchises,” the ARKA spokesperson stated in an email. “Their personal brands create immediate global exposure that traditional owners simply cannot match. This star power usually translates into more valuable sponsorship deals and increased merchandise revenue. In the coming years, we may even see more celebrities forming ownership groups together rather than joining existing consortiums.”

According to the study, Tom Brady takes the No. 1 spot. The former New England Patriots and Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback has invested in the NFL’s Las Vegas Raiders, the WNBA’s Las Vegas Aces, and English soccer club Birmingham City. The teams have a combined value of $6.27 billion, and he has around $313.36 million in potential earnings.

Serena Williams takes second place. She has ownership stakes in Angel City FC (NWSL) and Toronto Tempo and holds interests in the Miami Dolphins (NFL). The teams have a combined estimated value of $6.07 billion with $297.5 million in potential earnings for her.

Jay-Z also made significant money through his investment in the Brooklyn Nets. The hip-hop artist reportedly sold his stake years ago, but he potentially made as much as $285 million.

Jennifer Lopez and Will Smith also made hundreds of millions through their sports investments

According to the ARKA study, Jennifer Lopez’s past investment in the Miami Dolphins has likely earned her the same amount as Jay-Z’s sports investment — $285 million.

Will and Jada Pinkett Smith are also raking in the big bucks with their minority ownership of the Philadelphia 76ers, with $195 million in potential earnings.

After the Smith family, Nelly ranks as a top earner thanks to his stake in the Charlotte Hornets. He owns an estimated share worth $165 million.

Patrick Mahomes, Lebron James, Eva Longoria, and Kate Upton all have potential earnings up to or over $100 million with their sports investments. Mahomes has the most diverse portfolio, with investments in Alpine F1 (racing), KC Current (women’s soccer), Kansas City Royals (MLB), and Sporting Kansas City (MLS). These teams have a combined value of $3.03 billion with personal estimated earnings of around $151.25 million for the Kansas City Chiefs quarterback.

Kim Kardashian hinted at possible sports ownership in the future

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Kim Kardashian might join the ranks of celebrity sports owners. While speaking to Complex about the NikeSKIMS collaboration, she discussed possibly owning a WNBA team in the future.

“I have thought about it,” the reality star said in response to a question about sports team ownership. “I think about it, and I think it would be such an interesting opportunity. Anything I can do to fight for women in sports. … My dream girls to wear the collection are the WNBA girls. Yeah, it has crossed my mind.”

Kardashian didn’t name a specific team she hoped to own. However, she gave a clue. “I’m a West Coast girl, so West Coast vibes over there,” she stated.

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