He began his career in the media industry in the late 1980s, working for ESPN. He eventually rose to the position of President of ESPN, a role he held from 2012 to 2017. During his tenure, he was responsible for the network's growth and success, and his annual salary was $8 million. He left ESPN in 2017 and now has a net worth of $25 million.
John Skipper is an American entertainment executive who has achieved great success in the media industry. He graduated from the University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill with a degree in English Literature and began his career in the late 1980s with ESPN. After rising to the position of President of ESPN, he was responsible for the network's growth and success, and earned an annual salary of $8 million. In 2017, he left ESPN and now has a net worth of $25 million.
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💰 Net worth: $25 Million (2024)
He then went on to earn an MA in English Literature from Columbia University in New York City. After completing his studies, he began his professional career as a secretary at Rolling Stone magazine. He eventually moved up the ranks, and became a staff writer. He also worked for US Magazine and Spin. He went on to become Senior Vice President of Disney Publishing Group. In the late 90s, he was named Senior Vice President and General Manager of ESPN The Magazine. Eight years later, he became Executive Vice President of Content. In early 2012, he was named President of ESPN, Inc. He is also the co-chairman of Disney Media Networks. On December 18, 2018 John Skipper announced he was stepping down from ESPN to seek treatment for a substance abuse problem. He reportedly has been suffering from addiction for a long time and finally decided to seek help. At the time of his resignation, Skipper was arguably the most powerful person in the world of professional sports.