‘The Golden Bear’
Nicklaus, like so many others on the list, has expanded his career far beyond golf. The golfing legend has dabbled in charity work, book writing, and golf course design in addition to golf. Nicklaus is a member of the American Society of Golf Course Architects and hosts the PGA Tour’s Memorial Tournament. The Golden Bear owns one of the world’s largest golf course design firms. Nicklaus’ estimated net worth is $320 million.
Phil Mickelson – $375 Million Net Worth
Phil Mickelson is one of the best players of all time, having spent more than 25 years in the top-50 of the Official World Golf Ranking. Mickelson is one of only 16 golfers in history to have won at least three of the four majors, with more than 40 PGA Tour victories. Three of his five major championship victories occurred at the Masters, one at the PGA Championship, and one at the Open Championship. Mickelson has never won the US Open, but he has come close six times.