When it comes to the most famous eaters in the world, Joey Chestnut is the first name that comes to our mind, but what is Joey Chestnut net worth?
Many people ask whether Joe Chestnut has a job, what his source of income is and many more. In this article, we learn more about this and Joey Chestnut net worth. I recommend you to read till the end for more enticing information regarding the world-famous- or infamous, eaters who get paid for participating in competitions.
Chestnut entered an eating competition in 2005 while studying at San Jose University. He became known after eating 6.5-lb fried asparagus in less than 12 minutes in the same year. Moreover, in 2005, Chestnut participated in Nathan’s hot dog eating competitions and ate 32 hot dogs.
In the coming years he became such a professional eater that he decided to quit his full-time job in a construction management company and start focusing on his eating skills; moreover, in the same year, i.e., 2011, he participated again in Nathan’s hot dog competition where Chestnut was awarded Mustard belt for the 5th time.
Last year he broke his record of 75 hot dogs by eating 76 hot dogs in 10 minutes and has become a media sensation since then. His fans now wonder that will he continue breaking his previous record this year.
SO WHAT IS JOEY CHESTNUT NET WORTH, AND HOW MUCH DOES HE EARN?
As you know, overeating can be dangerous for the human body but at the same time professional eaters can make a good fortune out of it just like this guy; what’s Joey Chestnut net worth?
In 2022 his net worth is estimated to be around $2.5 million conferring to “Celebrity Net Worth.” A winner who participates in Nathan’s hot dog competitions earns $10,000 a year and Chestnut has won that competition 14 times; according to “Celebrity Net Worth” a professional eater can earn $500,000 a year by participating in various eating competitions and sponsorships.
It is difficult to tell how much he exactly earns from sponsorships. But according to sources Chestnut earned $230,000 in 2014 through sponsorships. Similarly if we total the amount he earned fron hot dog competitions, which he earned 14 times then it becomes $140,000. Joey Chestnut net worth becomes $370,000 (remember, these are earnings before taxes).
Last year Chestnut not only broke his previous most hot dog eating competition but also Pumpkin Pie Contest in Jacksonville. In the former competition, he had eaten 76 hot dogs; in the latter, he ate 16.12-lbs Pumpkin pie in eleven and a half minutes.
ENDORSEMENTS, VENTURES, AND SOCIAL MEDIA PRESENCE
Although Joey Chestnut net worth does not come from social media, he still has social media presence with 43.1k followers on Twitter and 76.2k followers on Instagram. Chestnut uses social media less frequently; when he does, it’s only for showing his presence in restaurants or food chain products.
Since he is famous for eating food, that’s why most of the companies who hire him for endorsements are related to the food industry; moreover, he has promoted some of them on his social media accounts, including Hooters, Cooney Island IPA, Hostess, and Pepto Bismol.
It might surprise you, but Joey Chestnut Net Worth is not only composed of participating in food competitions and endorsements but he also own a food company. In 2018, he launched his first business venture – Joey Chestnut Eats, which deals in condiments; moreover, the company product line includes Chestnut’s Firecracker Mustard, Boardwalk Coney Sauce, and Deli-Style Mustard, whereas the prices range from $7.50 to $8.
FINAL WORDS
Joey Chestnut Net worth is estimated to be around $2.5 million, apart from this he has various other income sources that include endorsements, participation in competitions, and a business venture. As a professional eater, Chestnut has won numerous competitions, including 14 times Nathan’s hot dog and Pumpkin Pie. The highest number of hot dogs he has eaten is 76 in 10 minutes, whereas the record was previously 75 hot dogs.
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