Anthony Joshua is a British professional boxer. Celebrity Net Worth estimates his net worth at $250 million, last updated May 15, 2026.
Anthony Joshua net worth: quick facts
| Full name | Anthony Oluwafemi Olaseni Joshua |
|---|---|
| Net worth | $250 million (Celebrity Net Worth, May 15, 2026) |
| Age | 37 |
| Date of birth | October 15, 1989 |
| Nationality | British |
| Profession | Professional boxer |
| Known for | Olympic gold, two unified heavyweight title reigns and stadium-filling fights |
What is Anthony Joshua’s net worth in 2026?
Celebrity Net Worth put Anthony Joshua’s net worth at $250 million when it last updated the figure on May 15, 2026.
Joshua went from 2012 Olympic gold medalist to unified heavyweight champion, defending his titles against contenders like Carlos Takam, Joseph Parker and Alexander Povetkin while collecting eight-figure purses; his 2017 Wembley win over Wladimir Klitschko before 90,000 fans was among the richest fights in British boxing history.
How Anthony Joshua made his money
The stadium economics. Joshua’s fights routinely sold out Wembley and other stadiums, and his two-fight Saudi Arabia series against Oleksandr Usyk pushed his purses deep into eight figures per night.
The setback and rebuild. A shock 2019 stoppage loss to Andy Ruiz Jr. – avenged six months later – and back-to-back defeats to Usyk in 2021 and 2022 preceded a four-fight winning run that ended with a September 2024 stoppage loss to Daniel Dubois.
Beyond the ring. Endorsements with brands including Under Armour, Hugo Boss, Jaguar and Beats have made him one of Britain’s most marketable athletes, adding millions annually outside the ropes.
How the net worth estimates compare
| Publisher | Estimate | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Celebrity Net Worth | $250 million | Updated May 15, 2026 |
| Sunday Times Rich List | £240 million | Valuations carried out November 2025 to April 24, 2026 |
The two estimates are from different publishers and currencies, so we show them as published and do not convert or average them. ESPN reported the Sunday Times figure as equal to $320 million at its own exchange rate. We do not know how either publisher reached its figure.
Reported earnings figures
- Forbes listed $83 million in earnings for him in its 2024 highest-paid athletes list, as of May 16, 2024 (Forbes profile). That is one year of earnings, not net worth.
- ESPN reported the Sunday Times Rich List figure of £240 million for Joshua, compared with £162 million for Tyson Fury (ESPN, May 15, 2026).
Reading these figures
Fight purses are gross income for one night before taxes, trainers and fees, and we did not find confirmed purse figures in the pages we read. The Forbes figure is from 2024. Estimates can lag recent fights, including the December 2025 Jake Paul bout.
Anthony Joshua career and earnings timeline
- 2012: Wins Olympic gold.
- May 16, 2024: Forbes lists $83 million in earnings.
- September 21, 2024: Loses to Daniel Dubois (Reuters).
- December 2025: Knocks out Jake Paul in the sixth round (AP).
- May 15, 2026: Sunday Times Rich List puts him at £240 million; Celebrity Net Worth updates to $250 million.
FAQs
What is Anthony Joshua’s net worth?
Celebrity Net Worth says $250 million (May 15, 2026). The Sunday Times Rich List puts it at £240 million. We show both as published.
How much did Anthony Joshua earn according to Forbes?
$83 million in its 2024 highest-paid athletes list. That is earnings, not net worth.
Who beat Anthony Joshua in 2024?
Daniel Dubois, in September 2024, per Reuters.
Sources
- Celebrity Net Worth: Anthony Joshua, last updated May 15, 2026
- ESPN: Sunday Times Rich List, May 15, 2026
- Forbes profile, May 16, 2024
- Reuters: Dubois v Joshua, September 21, 2024
- AP: Joshua knocks out Paul
- Celebrity Net Worth: Anthony Joshua
About the Author
Jason Liam writes about celebrity net worth on Sneaky Insights. He loves exploring the stories behind the fortunes: the career breakthroughs, businesses and endorsements that helped famous names build their wealth. His favorite part is looking beyond the headline number to tell the story of how the money was made.
