Tennis star Naomi Osaka has embarked on a fascinating journey into the virtual world. She has partnered with Meta AI to introduce her anime-inspired digital persona, known as ‘Tamika’. As we await the 2024 season for her return to the sport, Naomi Osaka has unveiled her new avatar, Tamika much to the liking of her fans.
Tamika is an AI character that embodies the off-court interests and personality of the former world No. 1. She’s here to engage with fans in a whole new way. Along with Osaka, Meta has introduced a total of 28 AI personas of renowned celebrities and personalities. This impressive lineup features celebrity personalities like Paris Hilton, Tom Brady, Snoop Dogg, Kendall Jenner, and, of course, Naomi Osaka.
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Each of these virtual characters offers a distinct digital experience, catering to a wide range of interests and passions of the users. Reports indicate that Meta has invested substantial amounts, surpassing $1 million each, to secure the involvement of prominent celebrities in their AI chatbot venture. A report stated that these agreements are non-exclusive, allowing the celebrities to consider other AI-related projects.
Naomi Osaka, with her global appeal and influence, is a key figure in the world of sports. Her digital avatar will be seen engaging in conversations and interactions mirroring the personalities of her real-life self. Collaborating with Meta offers Naomi Osaka the opportunity to expand her fan base, and global visibility, and enhance her financial standing.
Naomi Osaka’s earnings in 2023 despite her absence from tennis
In 2023, Naomi Osaka managed to accumulate a substantial income despite her absence from competitive tennis. She ranked 9th among the world’s highest-paid tennis athletes, boasting a total earnings of $12.1 million as per Forbes. Her off-court earnings amounted to a staggering $12 million. It’s worth noting that Osaka has taken a break from the tennis circuit since September 2022.
This hiatus was initially due to injuries and was later extended due to her pregnancy. However, the determined 25-year-old has set her sights on making a comeback, with plans to return to the Australian Open next year. While her extended absence from tennis did affect her, she remains a financial force. During her break, she extended her collaborations with some high-profile brands.
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In February this year, she announced a design partnership with Victoria’s Secret, further making her presence in the fashion world apart from her beauty brand- KINLO. Additionally, she joined hands with Bobbie baby formula, a new addition to her list of lucrative partnerships. In April, her media company, Hana Kuma, managed to raise an impressive $5 million, further boosting her financial status.
All these partnerships collectively contribute to Naomi Osaka’s impressive net worth, which has steadily grown over the years. While the exact figure may vary based on different sources, her net worth is estimated to be $45 million as reported by Celebrity Net Worth.