Net Worth: $600 million Owns: Miami Dolphins So Jimmy Buffett is a bit of a household name – and not just for his singing abilities. The Gulf and Western singer had a long, successful career. But aside from his singing credentials, the crooner had another reason that contributed to his substantial net worth: owning shares in a sports team.
The Miami Dolphins part-owner had a mid-sized shareholding in the team. Did you know Buffett wrote the theme song for the Dolphins? But hey, we can’t really go past “Margaritaville” or “Come Monday” can we? Any “Parrotheads” out there will know that Buffett used to be part of the Coral Reefer Band.
Stan Kroenke
Net Worth: $7.8 billion Owns: Los Angeles Rams (NFL), Colorado Rapids (MLS), Arsenal F.C. (Premier League) Any sports fan will know who Stan Kroenke is. The owner of teams in the NFL, MLS and Premier League, Kroenke is a bit of a mogul. With close to $8 billion to his name, Kroenke’s fortune has only increased with owning sports teams. His fortune came from a mixture of sporting interests, real estate and now he even owns a winery!
If you’re ever curious and a little thirsty, check out the Screaming Eagle winery. Now, they say money meets money to make more money – and this is certainly the case with Kroenke. Did you know he’s married to Ann Walton of the Walmart fortune? Yeah. Big bucks.
Gene Simmons
Net Worth: $350 million Owns: LA KISS The God of Thunder himself, Gene Simmons, is one of those iconic rockstars who just keeps on rockin’. “The Demon” and member of the glam-rock band KISS is just amazing. A musician, songwriter and cool guy, he’s known for his careless attitude and social commentary. While he can pack on the makeup and transform, he’s also a family guy, as seen on his reality TV show, 'Family Jewels'.
But Simmons has other endeavors, including owning a film company, Erebus Pictures, and owning the LA KISS, and Arena Football team based out of Florida.
Clark Hunt
Net Worth: $2 billion Owns: Kansas City Chiefs The Kansas City Chiefs are pretty iconic. With their easily recognizable mascot and logo, they’re one of the best known in the NFL. Their owner is next up on our list, and it’s Clark Hunt, founder and major investor in the MLS (Major League Soccer). A sporting man through and through, Hunt chairs the Hunt Sports Group, which oversees the running of the soccer team, FC Dallas.
As to where his solid funding comes from? Well, his grandfather was H.L. Hunt, an oil tycoon who, at one stage, was one of the richest men in the United States. He, in fact, inherited the Chiefs – quite the inheritance! It seems that it actually went to a good guy, who has a keen interest in the sports team and its day-to-day runnings.
Hasso Plattner
Net Worth: $13.1 billion Owns: San Jose Sharks The 75-year-old German billionaire Hasso Plattner is a renowned businessman, known for co-founding SAP SE software company. His commitment to economics and the sciences has also garnered him international recognition. As well as his tech pursuits, he has a keen sporting interest and owns the NFL team, the San Jose Sharks. He also dabbles in sailing and golfing.
Plattner has had strong connections with South Africa over the years, and not only spends a lot of time living there but also makes charitable donations frequently. He’s particularly supportive in the battle against AIDS as well as in promoting education, donating to Cape Town University and KwaZulu Natal University.