David Beckham

Posh Spice’s husband transformed from soccer sensation to model, spokesperson and international superstar, earning him enough money to be qualified as one of the wealthiest athletes of all time.

The retired British soccer player reportedly had a base salary of $6.5 million a year when he signed with the Los Angeles Galaxy soccer team in 2007. In addition to the $6.5 million, Beckham also received a $50 million over the span of five years. But, made even more money when he retired. According to Forbes, Beckham made $75 million in 2014 — the most he’s ever made in his career, making him one of the highest-paid retired athletes.