Forbes Celebrity 100: See Who Made the List

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The discussion highlights the staggering earnings of celebrities, with Tiger Woods earning $80 million from endorsements and David Letterman making $40 million, raising questions about the value of their work compared to professionals like engineers and scientists, who earn significantly less. John Madden's income surpassing that of many football players is also noted. Additionally, former President Bill Clinton's speaking fees of $125,000 in the U.S. and up to $250,000 abroad emphasize the disparity in compensation based on perceived social value. The conversation reflects a sentiment that celebrity earnings are disproportionate to their societal contributions, yet some participants express a preference for careers in engineering or science despite the lower pay.
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Have you all seen this? Some of the things on here shock me. Tiger Woods made 80 million from endorsements this past year! David Letterman has raked in 40 million, what in the hell does he do? John Madden?! Yes Madden, made more than a large number of football players made last year. Clinton is said to be paid $125k / speech in the US and as much as 250k / speech abroad!
 
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Come on they have worked hard to be paid like that.
 
chound said:
Come on they have worked hard to be paid like that.

:smile: that's a good one :smile:
 
mattmns said:
http://www.forbes.com/celebrities/

Have you all seen this? Some of the things on here shock me. Tiger Woods made 80 million from endorsements this past year! David Letterman has raked in 40 million, what in the hell does he do? John Madden?! Yes Madden, made more than a large number of football players made last year. Clinton is said to be paid $125k / speech in the US and as much as 250k / speech abroad!
So people a paid inversely proportional to the social value of their work. That's why engineers and scientists make paltry sums of many, and celebrities make millions. Or so it seems. :rolleyes:

I would still rather be an engineer/scientist. :biggrin:
 

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