Net Worth: $2.5M
John Morrison, also known as Johnny Nitro, made his debut in the WWE in 2003. Since then, he’s become a force to be reckoned with. He’s held several belts and competed in some of the greatest matches in WWE history. In 2011, John decided to take a break from the sport and pursue other interests.
Nevertheless, John continued to make waves in the entertainment industry by appearing both on and off-screen in various projects such as “Impact Wrestling,” “Lucha Underground,” “Moondog Unleashed” and “Impact Wrestling: Homecoming.” Nowadays, John is still entertaining fans around the world but has switched his focus from wrestling to movies and TV.
Shelton Benjamin
Net Worth: $2M
Shelton Benjamin has had an impressive career that spans almost two decades. The WWE Hall of Famer began his journey as a professional wrestler in 2000 and quickly rose to superstardom when he teamed up with fellow wrestler Charlie Haas.
From then on, he quickly became one of the most iconic names of the "SmackDown!" era, becoming a two-time Intercontinental Champion and even forming part of Team Angle, winning tag titles. Nowadays, Benjamin is still enjoying success as part of AEW rosters, with some exciting matches under his belt against wrestlers half his age.
Mike “The Miz” Mizanin
Net Worth: $14M
Mike Mizanin, or “The Miz,” as he's known to fans worldwide, has had an interesting career in the WWE since his debut in 2006. With his trademark combination of cocky attitude and athleticism, the wrestler gained a rabid fan base that would follow him on a rollercoaster ride of villainous schemes, championship success, and back-and-forth tag team matches.
Nowadays, The Miz is largely retired from the ring, focusing instead on acting work and hosting reality TV shows like MTV's “The Challenge” and “Miz & Mrs.”
Don Muraco
Net Worth: $1M
Don Muraco, also known as The Magnificent Muraco, is a legendary WWE Hall of Famer. He rose to the top in the 1970s when he first signed with the WWE, initially using the nickname Don Jardine. During his time in the ring, Muraco had legendary feuds with Hulk Hogan and Jimmy Snuka (the latter earning him further fame as part of the 'Snuka-busting' stable).
After retiring from professional wrestling in 1995, he stayed involved with the sport by making occasional show appearances. Although no longer participating in fights due to his age, this icon remains an eagerly requested panelist at wrestling conventions across America.
Ken Patera
Net Worth: $1M
Ken Patera has quite an interesting background in professional wrestling. After winning the AWA World Heavyweight Championship, he signed on with the WWE in 1973. He soon gained a reputation as a dominant force in the ring, becoming a fan-favorite thrower of sledgehammers and steel plates. Patera wrestled until the late 80s and went on to pursue an Olympic weightlifting career for some time before facing legal trouble.
The former wrestler spent two years in prison for violent behavior and assaulting a police officer, but hopefully, that’s in the distant past. Nowadays, he makes a living as a real estate investor, bodybuilder, and part-time gym coach.