SUMMARY
- Veteran pro wrestler Sting is one of the greatest ever names in the industry.
- The 64-year-old has been a part of promotions all across the world, and he's currently with All Elite Wrestling.
WWE is arguably the biggest name among pro wrestling promotions, and it has given the industry numerous legendary workers. But if there’s one personality that remained at the top of its popularity despite staying away from the Stamford-based promotion, it’s none other than the legendary Sting.
The veteran stayed away from the Triple H-led promotion for the majority of his career, but was still a major draw in the pro wrestling world. Even though he ended up joining the company in 2014, by that time he had already established himself as one of the greatest wrestlers in history.
Amid the kind of influence Sting has left in the industry through his legendary career, he’s still a popular topic of discussion. But he’s set to retire soon, and everyone has been showing keen interest in knowing more about him, and his wealth. So, without any delay, let’s dive deep into the net worth details of the 6-foot-2 professional wrestling icon.
According to reports, the 64-year-old legend has a total net worth of $10 million in 2024. Having such a massive wealth is a result of the decades of work Sting has done globally. But still the legendary WCW star’s earnings pale in comparison to The Undertaker, as The Phenom has a net worth of $17 million.
A look at Sting’s pro wrestling career
Steve Borden started his career in 1985 as Flash in All-California Championship Wrestling. Just years after his debut, he joined WCW, and enjoyed spectacular success. In fact, he was able to win 15 championships in the company, which included six reigns with the WCW World Heavyweight title and two reigns with the International World Heavyweight title. But things took a major turn after the WWF’s acquisition of WCW in 2001.
A year after this move, Borden’s contract expired, and he even had talks with the WWF, but he did not join the promotion and took a different route by joining TNA. Over the years, he established himself as a great figure in the company, and held numerous titles in Impact Wrestling. After being inducted into the promotion’s Hall of Fame in 2012, Sting left in 2014, and after this, he shockingly joined WWE.
In one of the most memorable debuts in history, the veteran made his presence felt at that year’s Survivor Series event, and it was just insane. Later, he also competed inside the ring, and fought Triple H at WrestleMania 31. But after his feud with Seth Rollins, he never made it to an on-screen storyline in the company.
The 64-year-old headlined WWE’s 2016 Hall of Fame and announced his first retirement from action. But even after this, he remained with the Stamford-based promotion until 2020 under a Legends contract, after which he joined All Elite Wrestling. Upon joining the Tony Khan-led promotion, Sting continued performing, and established himself as an important names on the in-ring roster.
How much does Sting earn at AEW?
As Steve has been with the Jacksonville-based promotion for over three years, a lot of people ask about his earnings. Fans often wonder how much Sting earns in AEW, and to answer this question, the legendary in-ring performer earns $1 million on an annual basis through his All Elite Wrestling contract.
Sting retires and ends his AEW run with the Tag Team titles and a PERFECT 29-0 record.
— Drainmaker 🌧️ 💵 (@DrainBamager) March 4, 2024
Perfect. Literally perfect. pic.twitter.com/VIQcEOloFM
It must be that this salary was from the time when the 64-year-old was an active member of the Tony Khan-led promotion’s roster. As the 6-foot-2 retired after his career’s last match on March 3, 2024, it remains to be seen what his plans are for the next phase of his life. Will the veteran continue to make on-screen appearances? Or will he just go away from the limelight? We’ll probably get the answers really soon.