- Terry Bradshaw was a successful quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers, and he led the team to four Super Bowl Championships between 1975 and 1980.
- After retiring from the NFL, Terry went on to become a sports analyst.
- Now, the 72-year-old NFL Sunday co-host is coming out with his very own reality show.
Terry Bradshaw—you may remember him as one of the greatest NFL quarterbacks of all time, or you’re accustomed to seeing him analyze games of the present day... OR you’ve seen him in enough television shows and films to be able to put a face to the name. No matter how you know him, one thing’s for sure: He’s a force to be reckoned with in both the sports and entertainment industries.
To prove that, the retired football player now has his very own reality show, The Bradshaw Bunch, on E! The show follows Terry and his family as they live their everyday lives in rural Oklahoma. And, after seeing their digs in the first few episodes, you might be wondering, “How much money does Terry Bradshaw make, anyway?”
His net worth is reportedly $25 million, but where did that all come from? We’ve got the answers. Keep reading for the full rundown on how Terry built his empire.
Terry's NFL Career
NFL salaries weren’t nearly as lavish as they are today during Terry’s prime time, but that’s not to say he didn’t still walk away with ample earnings each and every season. Given he retired in the early ‘80s—nearly 40 years ago—there’s little hard evidence on his earnings, however, the award-winning QB reportedly made $470,000 for his final season. But, remember, he played for 14 years, so multiply that by some degree.
Terry's 'Fox NFL Sunday' Career
If you didn’t have the chance to watch Terry in his prime on the field, chances are, you’ve seen the Hall of Famer on the silver screen as an analyst presiding over games since 1994 when he joined Fox NFL Sunday at its inception. Since then, the show—which he co-hosts—has been deemed the most-watched pre-game show year after year, and his work on it has even earned him three Sports Emmy Awards between 1999 and 2008. Beyond his golden trophies, Terry reportedly rakes in $2 million a year for his work with Fox, meaning he’s made nothing short of a pretty penny over the past 26 years.
Terry's Endorsem*nts
Many celebrities—and even influencers—make a hefty chunk of change from brand endorsem*nts. In Terry’s case, Ford, Tide, Nutrisystem, and Pfizer are at the forefront. Though, it’s uncertain exactly how much money he’s made off his partnerships with the brands.
Terry's TV & Movie Appearances
In addition to endorsing brands, analyzing sports, and once-upon-a-time playing on the field, Terry also makes money from TV and movie appearances. The 6’3” former-footballer has appeared in The Masked Singer, Modern Family, Malcolm in the Middle, King of the Hill, Married With Children, and more.
And let’s not forget his truly iconic casting in Failure to Launch—a fan-favorite rom-com to this day. Again, it’s tough to say exactly how much he makes off these roles, but it’s safe to assume that it nicely pads his wallet.
Real Estate
While Terry’s earnings are certainly worth noting, it’s also important to take a look at his assets. And, let’s be clear, his real estate portfolio is nothing short of impressive. While his new show is filmed at his 744-acre ranch in Thackerville, Oklahoma—which he’s put up for sale a number of times but has yet to sell—he also has a new ranch just over the Texas border.
Additionally, he recently sold his Florida mansion, as well as his Hawaiian estate. And, with each listing being set at over $1 million—along with the fact that he invests millions in real estate, as well—it’s clear that Terry’s portfolio helps bolster his net worth.
Aircrafts
Oh, but that’s not all. Just like some folks buy fixer-upper homes and revamp them only to sell them, Terry does the same but with airplanes. In an interview with Market Watch, Terry opened up about his hobby. “I buy a lot of planes, I’ve owned a lot of jets, he shared. “You have to be smart when you buy one. You have to use it for business. Then I learned how to flip a plane. I learned how long to use it and when you need to move it. As a matter of fact, I just bought one while we were on the phone! I have been at this a long time and jets don’t scare me at all. You spend 4 or 5 million bucks and it might scare the heck out of you, but not me.”
In total, it’s reported that Terry has a net worth of around $25 million as of 2020.
Rebecca Norris
Contributing Writer
Rebecca Ravee Norris is a freelance writer with a decade's worth of lifestyle media experience. Based out of the Washington metropolitan area, she covers everything from beauty and wellness to style and celebrity news. She is a graduate of George Mason University and has a B.A. in Media: Production, Consumption, and Critique, along with a minor in Electronic Journalism. When she's not writing, she can be found with her beloved Jack-Chi, Cash, working through reps at the gym, dreaming up her next home decor project, testing a new recipe, getting lost in the pages of a book, or catching up on her favorite shows.
