Professional wrestling has always been a platform where larger-than-life personalities build legacies—and fortunes. As of 2024, the wealth of both WWE legends and AEW stars paints a fascinating picture of how these two companies have shaped the financial futures of some of the industry’s biggest names. While WWE legends continue to earn significant sums from various revenue streams, AEW stars are steadily making their mark, creating wealth in a rapidly growing promotion. Let’s take a closer look at how the net worths of these wrestling giants compare.
WWE Legends: The Wealth Built Over Decades
WWE’s legacy stars, such as Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Stone Cold Steve Austin, and John Cena, have transcended wrestling to become global icons, earning vast fortunes from acting, business ventures, and brand endorsements.
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is arguably the wealthiest wrestler-turned-celebrity, with a net worth surpassing $800 million in 2024. His Hollywood career, alongside business ventures such as his tequila brand Teremana and his ownership stake in the XFL, has made him one of the highest-paid entertainers worldwide.
John Cena, with a net worth around $90 million, is another WWE legend whose wealth stems from a successful acting career, endorsement deals, and his merchandise sales. Cena’s role in films like Fast & Furious and Peacemaker has significantly contributed to his fortune.
Stone Cold Steve Austin remains one of the highest-paid WWE personalities with a net worth of approximately $60 million, largely thanks to his acting roles, podcasting, and merchandise.
AEW Stars: The New Generation of Wrestling Millionaires
AEW, which was founded in 2019, is quickly becoming a financial powerhouse. Chris Jericho, a founding AEW star, has a net worth of $70 million, fueled by his music career with Fozzy, his podcast, and his involvement in AEW both as a performer and an executive.
Kenny Omega, one of AEW’s biggest stars, has an estimated net worth of $5 million to $10 million, bolstered by his contract with AEW, merchandise, and international wrestling appearances. CM Punk, another top AEW name, has a net worth of around $15 million, thanks to his lucrative contract with AEW and his popular UFC career.
