DANICA PATRICK – EST. $70 MILLION

For her career on the racetracks, Danica Patrick has since become the most successful woman in America’s open-wheel racing history. In fact, her win in 2008’s Indy Japan 300 competition sets her as the only woman to win in the IndyCar Series of races. Besides being a racing driver who has gained worldwide recognition for thriving in a male-dominated environment, Danica is also an icon for many feminists. Her being outspoken and self-deprecating nature has endeared her to women everywhere.

She’s also been on the cover of FHM, TV Guide, Sports Illustrated, and ESPN: The Magazine. Danica is also often ranked high on beauty lists when it comes to female athletes. What about investments? She has her brand of wine called Somnium, which is Latin for “dream.” The vineyard for Somnium is located in St. Helena, California, and covers about 24 acres of land. She’s also a proud owner of her very own athleisure collection called “Warrior by Danica Patrick.”

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