Drafted in 2010 as the 42nd overall pick, Robert 'Gronk' Gronkowski is a tight end for the New England Patriots. Gronkowski has recorded three Super Bowl wins during his 9-year tenure with the Massachusetts based franchise. Gronk holds several NFL records for his playing position including most postseason career receiving yards (1163), career postseason receiving touchdowns (12), as well as the most receptions in Super Bowl history (18) by a tight end.
Since 2013, Gronkowski has been the highest ranked tight end in the NFL Top 100 for six consecutive seasons with many believing him to be the greatest tight end to have ever played the game. He has an estimated net worth of $15 million.
Having earned over $53 million throughout his 9-year tenure with the Patriots, Gronk will be entering the final year of the 6-year $54 million extension he signed with the Super Bowl LIII winners in June 2012, with the contract coming into effect only from the 2014 season onwards.
Gronkowski's biggest paycheck came in 2015 when he received an option bonus of $10 million, making his total salary earnings for the year a little more than $15 million.
Gronkowski's first endorsement opportunity came his way in 2012 when he signed a 2-year deal with Dunkin' Donuts. He is still contracted with the company.
Just like many other sports athletes, Gronk is also sponsored by a sporting goods manufacturer in the form of Nike. He has also worked with BODYARMOR and promoted their sports drink called BODYARMOR SuperDrink in the past.
Besides appearing for several Patriots Charitable Foundation fundraisers and donating to New England hospitals on a regular basis, Rob Gronkowski has also set up his own charitable institution in the form of Gronk Nation Youth Foundation.
As per the official website, the mission of this foundation is to "help kids stay actively involved in school and sports and provide them with the tools needed to help them follow their dreams and live a happy and more successful life."
| Age | 29 years |
| Residence | Foxborough, Massachusetts |
| Source of wealth | Professional NFL player, Endorsements |
| Salary | $9 million per year |
| Endorsement earnings | $1 million in 2018 |
| Brands endorsed | Nike, Dunkin' Donuts, BODYARMOR |
| Marital status | Dating Camille Kostek |
| Charities supported | Gronk Nation Youth Foundation |
Updated on 27 February 2019
