David Beckham becomes Britain's first billionaire sports star

David Beckham has been recognized as Britain’s first billionaire sportsman according to the Sunday Times Rich List. As of May 15, 2026, he and his wife, Lady Victoria Beckham, have achieved a combined net worth of £1.185 billion, an impressive increase from the £500 million estimated in 2025. The significant rise in their wealth is largely attributed to Beckham’s investments in the United States. The recent signing of Lionel Messi to Inter Miami until 2028 has notably elevated the value of Beckham’s stake in the club. Additionally, a major property development adjacent to Inter Miami’s home has contributed significantly to this financial windfall.

Lady Beckham’s fashion line has also seen considerable success, with revenues exceeding £100 million. This financial prosperity comes amidst familial tensions, including a public feud with their eldest son Brooklyn, who accused his parents of attempting to negatively impact his relationship with his wife, Nicola Peltz Beckham, whose family includes billionaire Nelson Peltz.

The Sunday Times Rich List also noted other newcomers such as Oasis stars Liam and Noel Gallagher, who have amassed a combined wealth of £375 million from their sell-out tour in the previous year, and Glastonbury Festival organizer Emily Eavis and her family, now worth approximately £400 million following her father's legacy of hosting the first festival in 1970 at Worthy Farm.

The billionaire Hinduja family retained the top position on the rich list for the fourth year in a row, with their wealth estimated at £38 billion, increased from £35.3 billion the previous year. Other notable figures on the list include musicians like Sir Elton John, Sir Mick Jagger, and Sir Lewis Hamilton, as well as authors and theatre impresarios. Meanwhile, boxer Tyson Fury made his debut in the 40 under 40 list with an estimated net worth of £162 million, placing him behind musicians Ed Sheeran and Harry Styles.