Jake Paul's lavish life: the YouTube sensation splashes his US$20 million net worth on sports cars, a fancy mansion and private jets - will the Tyron Woodley boxing match make him richer?
Initially rising to fame on the video platform Vine, US social media personality Jake Paul has come a long way. He has since added Disney Channel actor, YouTube megastar and professional boxer to his resume. On August 29, he will bid to further his professional record of 3-0 as he squares off with former UFC welterweight champion Tyron Woodley in Paul's hometown, Cleveland, Ohio.
Like his older brother and fellow YouTuber Logan Paul, this 24-year-old multi-hyphenate has had his share of bouts with other media personalities, complaining neighbours and even with the FBI. Still, he has weathered these storms and seemingly continued to succeed.
At present, Celebrity Net Worth reports that Jake Paul has a net worth of US$20 million. He has racked up this huge amount thanks to his YouTube channel - with over 20 million subscribers - sponsorship deals and his marketing and merchandise businesses. His boxing career is expected to add even more zeros to his bank account.
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This all prompts the question: how exactly does Paul spend his enormous wealth?
Fast cars
"When you have more than 10 cars, you can't remember what side the gas tank is on," Paul once captioned an Instagram post featuring his Rolls-Royce Phantom. He is well-known for splurging on lavish supercars and, according to Yahoo!, his impressive car collection also boasts his dream car, a Lamborghini Huracan Performante, as well as a Tesla Model X, a Toyota Tacoma and a Ford Focus RS nicknamed "Rainbro".
A swanky home
Before moving to Miami to train as a legitimate prizefighter, Paul's pad was a US$6.9 million mansion in Calabasas, California. This 15,000 sq ft property featured eight bedrooms, a swimming pool and a 26-car garage.
He lived there with Team 10, a group of social media influencers that he formed in 2017 to make marketing content and teen entertainment.
Extravagant gifts for loved ones
Paul's former relationship with fellow YouTuber Tana Mongeau garnered millions of views for his over-the-top presents. For Mongeau's 21st birthday in 2019, the YouTuber-turned-boxer gifted her a brand new Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen, which cost at least US$124,000. For their fake wedding ceremony in Las Vegas, Paul also spent US$300,000 on her diamond ring. Diamonds are truly Mongeau's best friend, as Paul also bought her a US$100,000 bust down Rolex (a watch that's been stripped down and rebuilt encrusted with diamonds and other jewels).
Bling
Paul habitually spoils himself with shining and shimmering objects - the more expensive the better. Among his exclusive timepiece collection is a diamond Audemars Piguet, which comes with a US$100,000 price tag. The social media celebrity also owns a Gucci Grip "Mickey Mouse" watch, seemingly a nod to his Disney days.
Private jet
Whether it's to fly to his boxing events or take his friends to Ibiza, Paul is unsurprisingly a huge fan of taking private flights. The young millionaire makes sure to post plenty of snaps of himself in his jet too.
In one video, Paul can be seen turning up in his Rolls-Royce before getting onto the aircraft. There is even a carpet laid out for him that reads, "Paul Air Aviation".
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