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The Undertaker reveals peak annual earnings of nearly $15 million

WWE Hall of Famer The Undertaker, born Mark Calaway, has shared details regarding his professional wrestling career earnings. In an interview with the social media outlet The School Of Hard Knocks, Calaway revealed that he became a millionaire at the age of 27.

He stated that his highest annual earnings in professional wrestling reached just shy of $15 million. Calaway also discussed the personal sacrifices made early in his career, including the decision to walk away from a full-ride college basketball scholarship to pursue wrestling, a choice that initially met with skepticism from his father.

Reflecting on his success, Calaway emphasized the importance of standing out in an industry that often follows predictable patterns. He advised younger generations to avoid unnecessary expenses to maintain financial independence, a principle he attributed to his father's guidance to live below one's means.

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Mark Calaway · The School Of Hard Knocks · The Undertaker · WWE