Read to find out how much the BBC sports broadcaster earns!
Gary Lineker has been dominating the news waves following the controversy that got him suspended on BBC. To viewers, he's known for his sharp wit and insightful analysis as a presenter on the BBC's Match of the Day. Currently, he is set to return to air soon.
That being said, given Lineker's stature as a sports broadcaster, how much does he earn and what is his net worth?
The controversy
Controversy was sparked when Lineker tweeted about the UK's new migrant bill. Lineker compared the government's plans to Nazi Germany in the 1930s, which breaks rules on impartiality on BBC and ultimately he was suspended for this expressing this viewpoint.
The director general of BBC, Tim Davie said:
Impartiality is important to the BBC. It is also important to the public. The BBC has a commitment to impartiality in its Charter and a commitment to freedom of expression. That is a difficult balancing act to get right where people are subject to different contracts and on air positions, and with different audience and social media profiles. The BBC’s social media guidance is designed to help manage these sometimes difficult challenges and I am aware there is a need to ensure that the guidance is up to this task. It should be clear, proportionate, and appropriate.
He added:
Gary is a valued part of the BBC and I know how much the BBC means to Gary, and I look forward to him presenting our coverage this coming weekend.
How much does he earn?
The BBC recently released its annual report which revealed the salaries of its highest earning on-air talent for the year 2021/2022. Once again, Lineker topped the list for the fifth consecutive year, with a salary between £1,350,000 and £1,354,999. Lineker's earnings were mainly for his work on Match of the Day, as well as his role as a presenter on Sports Personality of the Year.
Lineker's salary has been the subject of controversy in recent years, with some questioning whether his earnings are justified for a sports presenter. However, Lineker has defended his salary, arguing that he has worked hard to establish himself as a leading sports presenter and that his earnings are in line with those of other presenters in the industry.
What is his net worth?
Lineker enjoyed a hugely successful football career, playing for clubs such as Everton, Tottenham Hotspur and Barcelona, as well as representing England at three World Cups. He won the Golden Boot at the 1986 World Cup, scoring six goals for England in the tournament. According to Celebrity Net Worth, Lineker's net worth is estimated to be around £29 million, a figure that reflects both his successful career as a footballer and his subsequent career as a sports presenter.
In addition to his broadcasting work, Lineker has also ventured into TV production, setting up his own company, Goalhanger Films, in 2014. The company has produced a number of successful documentaries and has been praised for its innovative and engaging approach to sports storytelling.
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