Kelly Slater’s Net Worth Compared to Shaun White and Tony Hawk in 2022

Published 03/30/2022, 9:45 AM EDT

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Olympic champion Shaun White, skateboarding legend Tony Hawk and surfing maestro Kelly Slater are not only legends of their respective sports but also best buddies. The impact each of them has had is immeasurable. But who has been rewarded the most for it, financially?

Undoubtedly, all three have risen beyond the sport they played. They led an incredible career, with a massive fan following and are as lively as anyone can be. While Tony and Kelly are in their 50s now, Shaun is the younger one in the group.

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But when they are together, it appears like they have known each other forever. They share a bond like school friends coursing through life collectively.

Is Kelly Slater richer than Shaun White and Tony Hawk?

As of 2022, American surfer Kelly Slater’s estimated net worth is $22 million. The 50-year-old athlete is certainly the greatest surfer the world has ever seen. However, surfing isn’t the only thing Kelly is indulged in.

He is also a musician, a film producer, an actor, and a voice artist. Even though he is the richest surfer in the world, the question remains: Is he richer than his friends?

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In comparison to Kelly Slater, the snowboarder Shaun White has a higher market value. His estimated net worth is $65 million in 2022. However, skateboarding legend Tony Hawk is richer than both of them. Tony’s net worth in 2022 is estimated to be $140 million.

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The trio hanging out at the Oscars

The three mega sports celebrities were present at the Oscars this year, celebrating the 60 years of James Bond. Notably, many were shocked when they heard the news about these sports heroes being presenters at the Oscars. However, as soon as the three champions were on stage paying homage to the incredible James Bond character, it all made perfect sense.

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On stage, they were enjoying themselves thoroughly, even trying their hand at comedy. What these three sports superstars have achieved in their careers and in the sport is a dream come true for any athlete.

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They’ll forever be an inspiration to the entire world, irrespective of their net worth and differences in their market value.

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Saurav Panwar

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Saurav Panwar is a US Sports writer at EssentiallySports. A postgraduate in Media and Communication Studies, he shares a profound love for creative direction and filmmaking. Saurav is also an avid reader and a literature devotee whose fandom spreads from classics to sci-fi, non-fiction, plays, comics, and much more.
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