You see many Riches to Rags stories about athletes who had it all, and years later, have nothing. Madame Noire put together a list of athletes who have done a great job of investing their money and transitioning to other fields.
Lebron James
THE Lebron James has been one of the most popular basketball players in the NBA starting fresh out of high school. James is the producer of popular Starz show “Survivors Remorse” based on a professional basketball player and his family.
Wayman Tisdale
Standout University of Oklahoma basketball player Wayman Tisdale started his career in the NBA playing 12 seasons. Not until 1995 did he start his jazz career playing the bass guitar and rising to music fame. He passed away in 2009.
Michael Strahan
After 15 years in the NFL and a Super Bowl Championship, Michael Strahan was destined to be on TV. His vibrant personality made him perfect to be a television host. You can catch him on Good Morning America during the week.
Michael Jordan
Michael Jordan is the most well-known basketball player in the world. Fans wait in line for hours just to purchase his shoes whenever a new pair comes out. He has many investments, but being an owner for the Charlotte Hornets stays true to his passion in sports.
Myron Rolle
Myron Rolle may be only 30 years old, but he has many accomplishments. Being a Rhodes Scholar is highly coveted. Rolle was drafted into the NFL with the Titans. He left the NFL in 2013 to attend medical school. He plans to be a neurosurgeon and was recently accepted to residency at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital.
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