Most Expensive Endorsements

Most lucrative celebrity endorsements

Michael Jordan and Nike
#1

Michael Jordan and Nike

$1.3 Billion

Longest running athlete endorsement; Air Jordan brand became a cultural and sales phenomenon.

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Cristiano Ronaldo and Nike
#2

Cristiano Ronaldo and Nike

$1 Billion

Global football icon's multi-year deal with Nike encompasses apparel and digital products.

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LeBron James and Nike
#3

LeBron James and Nike

$1 Billion

Mega endorsement deal fueling LeBron's signature shoe line and lifetime agreements.

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Lionel Messi and Adidas
#4

Lionel Messi and Adidas

$1 Billion

Soccer legend's career-long relationship with Adidas for cleats and apparel.

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Roger Federer and Uniqlo
#5

Roger Federer and Uniqlo

$300 Million

Late singles champion's deal featured apparel and global marketing campaigns.

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Rory McIlroy and Nike
#6

Rory McIlroy and Nike

$250 Million

One of the largest golf deals, including clubs, apparel and lifetime options.

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Steph Curry and Under Armour
#7

Steph Curry and Under Armour

$215 Million

Athlete turned investor; Curry's signature shoe line helped the brand reach new heights.

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Derrick Rose and Adidas
#8

Derrick Rose and Adidas

$185 Million

Youngest ever NBA MVP's signature sneaker pushed Adidas into top basketball brand.

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David Beckham and Adidas
#9

David Beckham and Adidas

$160.8 Million

Global ambassador deal spanning apparel, boots and commercial partnerships.

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Tiger Woods and Nike
#10

Tiger Woods and Nike

$105 Million

Golf legend's long term deal helped establish Nike Golf in the global market.

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