Models come and go, but one model who seems to have the staying power is Ashley Graham. She began attracting attention when she became the first size 14 model to appear on the cover of Sports Illustrated. Since then, people haven’t seemed to get enough. She has appeared on talk shows, multiple magazine covers, and even has her own Barbie doll.
You might think you can guess Graham’s net worth, but chances are you’re way off. Here’s how much Ashley Graham is worth and how she earns her money.
Book Sales
Graham earns some of her money through book sales. In 2017, she published her book A New Model: What Confidence, Beauty, and Power Really Look Like. In this book, she discusses body positivity and the pressures of working in the fashion industry. She also talks about what life was like before modeling and how she came to terms with her size. Graham recently hinted on Twitter that she is considering writing another book.
The Next American Top Model
Graham is already a top model, so she decided to show aspiring models how it’s done. Her TV appearances also add to her wealth. She served as a judge on America’s Next Top Model during cycles 23 and 24. “The show was a staple in my house,” Graham told InStyle. “I watched it throughout high school. Back then, we didn’t have DVR, so I really had to make sure I was home at the right time.”
Swimsuit Collaborations
Graham collaborated with Swimsuits for All in 2018. She released a full collection of swimsuits along with a lookbook in which she appears. Swimsuits for All was founded by Moshe Laniado in 2004. The company was later acquired in 2014 by New York Fullbeauty Brands, a plus-size company. The swimwear line includes beachwear for all body types, offering swimsuits from size 4 to 34. Graham has also collaborated with Marina Rinaldi, Dress Barn, and Addition Elle.
Campaigns and TV Appearances
Another source of income for Graham comes from magazine covers and TV appearances. This helped the model become a household name. Her most notable appearances include her campaign for Levi’s and her 2010 TV commercial for Lane Bryant. She also appeared as a modeling coach on the MTV series Made.
Ashley Graham’s Net Worth
Ashley Graham is worth $10 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth.
Graham’s Earnings
In 2018, Graham had a net worth of just $1 million. She earned $5 million in 2017, according to Forbes. The magazine ranked her the 10th highest-paid model in the world. The Nebraska native was discovered in 2000 at age 12 by the I & I agency during a shopping trip. Graham signed with Wilhelmina Models in 2001 after attending a modeling convention. She later signed with Ford Models in 2003.
What’s Next for Ashley?
Graham has big dreams. Now that she’s seen what she can achieve, she knows the sky’s the limit. She recently told British Vogue that she wants to become the next Oprah. She is already on her way, with multiple TV shows hosted. Additionally, Graham told the magazine that she would like to create a parent company, Ashley Graham, to manage her future projects.
