John McEnroe remains a tennis icon as he approaches 50 years in the sport, now a key figure in BBC's Wimbledon coverage. The 67-year-old American, who turned pro in 1978, won his first Grand Slam at the 1979 US Open and has since become a beloved commentator.
How much does John McEnroe earn from the BBC?
McEnroe has been part of the BBC's Wimbledon team since 2004, earning between £195,000 and £199,999 in 2023-24. That works out to about £14,000 per day during the tournament. However, his 2024-25 salary dropped below the £178,000 disclosure threshold, suggesting a pay cut.
What’s the secret to McEnroe’s long marriage?
Married to singer Patty Smyth since 1997, McEnroe credits their lasting relationship to 'keeping the sex going' and staying out of the spotlight. Smyth told *People* in 2020 that avoiding public displays of their happiness helped them stay together.
Why did McEnroe’s CNBC show fail?
In 2004, McEnroe hosted a CNBC show that lasted just one season. It averaged 174,000 viewers in its first week, far below its predecessor’s 200,000. Critics panned the show, which even recorded a Nielsen rating of 0.0 twice before cancellation.