Whether he is posting videos on YouTube or fighting inside a boxing ring, Jake Paul is one of the most fascinating individuals around. A content creator who knows how to take advantage of and market any situation, Paul has fans and detractors on all fronts.
Paul made his boxing debut in 2020, beating YouTuber AnEsonGib via TKO. Since then, he has fought NBA star Nate Robinson and MMA fighters Ben Askren and Tyron Woodley.
In December 2021, he knocked out Woodley in the sixth round. Woodley was a replacement opponent for Tommy Fury, who backed out due to a rib injury (the first of two times he backed out of a Paul fight).
In October 2022, Paul faced his toughest opponent to date in MMA legend Anderson Silva. He beat "The Spider" via unanimous decision, dropping the former champion at one point.
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After two failed attempts, Paul finally faces off against Fury. They will fight inside Diriyah Arena in Saudi Arabia on February 26.
The Sporting News looks into how “The Problem Child” has accumulated his fortune and where he stands among the wealthiest influencers in the world.
Jake Paul’s net worth: How much does Paul make?
Per Celebrity Net Worth, Paul's net worth is around $30 million. In 2018, Paul made $21.5 million, making him the second-highest-paid YouTube star in the world.
Comparing him to his brother, Logan Paul's net worth is about $45 million.
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Jake Paul’s career earnings
Per SportsZion, Paul took home $1.2 million for his fight against Nate Robinson, and per MMA Junkie, $2 million in his first fight against Tyron Woodley in 2021. Per Total Sportal, Paul took home $1.5 million against MMA legend Anderson Silva.
According to Forbes, Paul was ranked second in 2021 when it came to highest-paid YouTube stars in the world. He made $45 million. In 2018 he made $21.5 million, also second.
Jake Paul vs. Tommy Fury fight purse: How much will Jake Paul make?
Per Sports Zion, Paul will make about $3.2 million for the Fury bout. That is before adding profits from the 65% PPV share he will earn (totaling $8.6 million).
Paul has already made $250,000 for getting a tattoo of a vodka brand.
Jake Paul’s endorsements
Jake Paul has had sponsorship deals with several brands, including boohooMan, DraftKings, RNBO Clothing, and SPRAYGROUND.
Recently, Paul and sports betting entrepreneur Joey Levy launched Betr, a betting company that is a platform for sports micro-betting transactions.
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Jake Paul’s social media influence
Jake Paul is one of the most popular individuals on social media.
- YouTube: 20.3 million subscribers
- Facebook: 5.7 million followers
- Twitter: 4.5 million followers
- Instagram: 22 million subscribers
- TikTok: 17.1 million followers
Jake Paul charities
Jake Paul helped found Boxing Bullies, a non-profit organization that instills confidence, courage, and leadership for today's youth via boxing. It is also a platform to combat bullying.
Paul also raised $1 million for charity following his knockout win over Tyron Woodley in December 2021.
