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American former stockbroker, financial criminal, and businessman
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As of 2024, Jordan Belfort has a net worth of $130 million. At the peak of his career, Belfort’s net worth was well over $1 billion, according to Forbes.
However after his arrest, he lost most of his wealth towards restitution and court penalties. Belfort sold his book’s rights for the movie The Wolf of Wall Street and received $20 million compensation.
In addition, he still earns $4 million annually through Syndicated Revenue from various streaming services like Netflix.
Jordan Belfort Net Worth 2024 (Forbes)
| Net Worth | $130 Net Worth |
| Peak Net Worth | $1 Billion |
| Net Worth in Rupees | Rs.1050 crore |
| Annual Income | $19 Million |
| Bank Balance | $25 Million |
Fun Facts:
1. Belfort married British model Nadine in 1991 and names his yacht after her.
2. He once made love to his wife on a bed of $5 million in cash.
3. He once ran a $850,000 hotel bill for a 2-day stay in Vegas with friends.
4. He once offered $1 million to spend a night with a Hollywood actress, which she outright rejected.
Divorce Settlements
Jordon Belfort had three divorces, all of which cost him heavily. He divorced his first wife Denise Lombardo by paying a lump sum of $15 million.
His second wife Nadine divorced him in 2005 after she was subject to domestic violence. Belfort paid $9 million to Nadine to end the marriage.
Belfort divorced his third wife Cristina Invernizzi. He paid $20 million as one time payment. However, he has to make her alimony payment of $50,000 per month.
In the movie, It is shown that Belfort scammed money from rich customers.
However in his real life, all of Belfort’s victims were thousands of middle-class and poor individuals who have lost over $200 million.
Belfort’s House
In 2020, Belfort moved into his $14 million luxury mansion in Los Angeles, California. This house boasts 10-bedrooms, 2 Pools, a Home theatre, Bowling Alley and a pub. He bought it from Jason Statham.
Real estate assets accounts for 18% of Jordon Belfort’s net worth. Belfort owns 10 apartments in California and Texas. He also owns 3 villas in Miami.
Cars
Jordon Belfort owns 20 cars in his garage. Belfort has recently gifted himself a Bugatti Chiron that cost him $750k. He also owns a Ferrari 912.
Belfort’s car collection includes Two Ferraris, One Lamborghini, Three Mercedes, One Audi, One BMW, and Two Lexus.
Quotes by Jordan Belfort
“The only thing standing between you and your goal is the story you keep telling yourself as to why you can’t achieve it.”
“The easiest way to make money is – create something of such value that everybody wants and go out and give and create value, the money comes automatically.”
“Winners use words that say ‘must’ and ‘will’.”
Criminal Charges:
In 1999, Jordan Belfort was indicted on charges of securities fraud and money laundering. His criminal activities were exposed, leading to a lengthy legal battle.
Belfort eventually pleaded guilty to these charges. As part of his plea deal, he cooperated with authorities in exposing other individuals involved in securities fraud.
In 2003, Belfort was sentenced to four years in prison. He ultimately served 22 months before his release.
By the time he was released from jail, Jordon Belfort’s net worth has already dropped to just five million dollars.
Memoir and Film Adaptation:
Belfort wrote his memoir, titled “The Wolf of Wall Street,” which was published in 2007. The book detailed his rise and fall on Wall Street.
In 2013, director Martin Scorsese adapted the memoir into a film starring Leonardo DiCaprio.
Frequently Asked Questions
Jordon Belfort is currently working as a motivational speaker. He also earned through royalties from his book’s.
Jordon Belfort’s Yacht name is Nadine. The yacht sank in the Mediterranean Sea.
At his peak, Jordon Belfort’s net worth was more than one billion dollars.