Tony Beets | Miner and Reality-TV Star | $15 Million

Tony Beets began his career in mining back in 1984, after he had been in the construction business for three years. He was born in the Netherlands but later relocated to Canada in hopes of finding better opportunities. Since then, this hardworking man has managed to turn dirt into literal gold. The legendary gold producer runs the Tamarack Mine, often featured in his show, Gold Rush, which airs on the Discovery Channel and ran for seven seasons. Since it premiered, the TV series became one of the most rated programs on the network. All thanks to the larger-than-life TV personalities who boldly show up for the camera and share their day-to-day activities as active gold miners today.

The show has become one of the most-watched on the Discovery Channel and has aired over 60 episodes. He earned his net worth through the TV program, along with his other investments—leading to an estimated $15 million in the bank.