GARY LINEKER – BBC – MATCH OF THE DAY – £2 MILLION

Gary Lineker, an esteemed figure in football, embarked on his professional journey with Leicester City, earning acclaim as one of the greatest English strikers. His prowess led to him being FIFA’s highest goal scorer in the World Cup finals until his retirement in 1994. Gary transitioned from the field to broadcasting, carving out a successful career at the BBC.

For over two decades, he has been the face of “Match of the Day.” Despite taking pay cuts, he remains the BBC’s top earner, drawing a £2-million salary. Further extending his reach, Gary made a guest appearance on the American football comedy series, “Ted Lasso,” in 2021.