Biography
Tyrus net worth is estimated at $5 million, earned through his dual careers in professional wrestling and conservative media. Born George Murdoch, he worked as a bodyguard for Snoop Dogg before breaking into WWE where he wrestled as Brodus Clay. He later joined Fox News as a contributor and political commentator, eventually becoming a regular panelist on 'Gutfeld!' — the highest-rated late-night show on cable. His combination of sports entertainment charisma and outspoken political commentary has made him one of Fox News's most recognizable personalities.
Net Worth Timeline
| Year | Net Worth | Change | Highlight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | $200K | +$0.2M | Began professional wrestling career in developmental leagues |
| 2012 | $1M | +$0.8M | Debuted on WWE main roster as Brodus Clay; 'Funkasaurus' character got over |
| 2014 | $1.5M | +$0.5M | Repackaged as Tyrus in WWE; continued TV presence |
| 2016 | $2M | +$0.5M | Joined NXT; began media crossover appearances |
| 2017 | $2.5M | +$0.5M | Began appearing as Fox News contributor; NWA career launched |
| 2019 | $3M | +$0.5M | Became regular Fox News personality; won NWA National Heavyweight Championship |
| 2021 | $3.5M | +$0.5M | 'Gutfeld!' launched on Fox News; Tyrus became breakout star |
| 2023 | $4.5M | +$1M | 'Gutfeld!' becomes #1 late night show; Tyrus salary increases significantly |
| 2025 | $5M | +$0.5M | Continued Fox News work and occasional wrestling appearances |
2006 $200K +$0.2M
Began professional wrestling career in developmental leagues
2012 $1M +$0.8M
Debuted on WWE main roster as Brodus Clay; 'Funkasaurus' character got over
2014 $1.5M +$0.5M
Repackaged as Tyrus in WWE; continued TV presence
2016 $2M +$0.5M
Joined NXT; began media crossover appearances
2017 $2.5M +$0.5M
Began appearing as Fox News contributor; NWA career launched
2019 $3M +$0.5M
Became regular Fox News personality; won NWA National Heavyweight Championship
2021 $3.5M +$0.5M
'Gutfeld!' launched on Fox News; Tyrus became breakout star
2023 $4.5M +$1M
'Gutfeld!' becomes #1 late night show; Tyrus salary increases significantly
2025 $5M +$0.5M
Continued Fox News work and occasional wrestling appearances
💰 How Much Does Tyrus Earn?
$4K
Per Day
$171
Per Hour
$3
Per Minute
Estimated based on reported annual earnings of $1.5M/year across all income sources.
🤯 $5 Million in Perspective
- 12 average American homes ($420K each)
- 89 years of the average US salary ($56K/yr)
- 111 Tesla Model 3s
- 878,735 Big Macs