Bob Ley | Sportscaster | $16 Million

Bob Ley received his Bachelor’s degree in Communications from Seton Hall University, where he worked as a sportscaster for the student radio. He is one of the brightest and intelligent students in his college days and even a Magna Cumlaude. Following graduation, he went on to work for the New York Cosmos as a public service announcer. His tenure in ESPN began in 1979 up until the present, making him the longest-tenured employee of the famed company.

He earned his significant net worth through broadcasting and reportedly receives an annual salary of $4 million. For his good work, Ley has been given 11 Sports Emmy Awards among other accolades. He is also on the board of regents for his alma mater. In 2014, he was honored as one of 19 ESPN Originals on the network’s 35th anniversary. Ley received the recognition for being part of the channel since day one.