- Megan Anna Rapinoe is an American professional soccer player who plays as a winger for OL Reign of the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL), as well as the United States national team. Winner of the Ballon d’Or Féminin and named The Best FIFA Women’s Player in 2019, Rapinoe won gold with the national team at the 2012 London Summer Olympics, 2015 FIFA Women’s World Cup, and 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup and she played for the team at the 2011 FIFA Women’s World Cup where the U.S. finished in second place. Rapinoe co-captained the national team alongside Carli Lloyd and Alex Morgan from 2018 to 2020.
Megan Rapinoe’s upbringing in Redding, California, was shaped by her parents, Jim and Denise, and her five siblings, among whom was her fraternal twin, Rachael Rapinoe.
The family was a blend of love and support, with Denise having a son and daughter, Michael and Jenny, from a previous marriage, followed by older brother Brian, and eventually, the twins, five years later.
Both Jim and Megan’s grandfather, Jack, proudly served in the Army, instilling values of dedication and discipline in their family.
Megan‘s ancestry includes Italian heritage from her paternal grandfather and Irish roots.
From a young age, Megan looked up to her older brother Brian and was inspired to play soccer after witnessing his passion for the sport.
However, Brian’s life took a challenging turn as he started using drugs when Megan and Rachael were in second grade.
By the time Megan was ten and Brian was fifteen, he found himself in juvenile detention and, later, in and out of various prisons, including Pelican Bay State Prison.
Witnessing her brother’s struggles and driven by her own dedication to soccer, Megan excelled in the sport, finding solace and purpose in the midst of the drug abuse that was prevalent in their California community.
Brian, deeply moved by his younger sister’s achievements in international soccer, made a determined effort to break free from drug abuse and turn his life around.
Soccer became not only a passion but also a means for both Rachael and Megan to rise above the hardships and find a brighter path in life.
Megan Rapinoe Net Worth & Endorsements
As of 2023, Megan Rapinoe has an estimated net worth of $5 million.
Aside from her soccer career, Rapinoe has earned millions from lucrative endorsement deals.
Among her earliest partnerships were with global giants Nike and Samsung, with Megan featuring in numerous commercials for Nike over the years.
In 2013, she extended her influence into the fashion industry, appearing in advertisements for the clothing company Wildfang and also establishing a collaboration with the medical device company DJO Global.
In 2016, her star power was further evident as she graced television commercials and print ads for Energy Brands’ Vitamin Water.
That same year, she shared the spotlight with Cristiano Ronaldo in an inspiring Nike commercial.
Her success continued in 2019 when she secured sponsorships from renowned brands such as Procter & Gamble, BodyArmor, Hulu, LUNA Bar, and VISA, further solidifying her status as a prominent figure in the advertising world.
In 2021, Megan’s influence reached new heights as she was chosen as one of the new faces of Victoria’s Secret, a milestone for the company as it embraced inclusivity and diversity.
She also appeared in advertisements for Subway, showcasing her broad appeal across various industries.
Collaborating with fellow soccer stars Becky Sauerbrunn and Sophia Smith, Megan co-starred in a commercial for ESPN’s SportsCenter in January 2023.
