Gary Lineker tops BBC salary list again with over £1,300,000 paycheck
The former Premier League and England footballer confirmed in May he will leave his presenting role after the conclusion of Match of the Day for the 2024/25 season.
He also said he will not be part of the BBC's coverage of the 2026 World Cup or next season's FA Cup coverage.
The 64-year-old's exit came after he apologised for sharing a social media post about Zionism that contained an image of a rat.
Following him on the list of top earners is Zoe Ball, who earned between £515,000 – £519,99, as Gary took home £1,350,000 – £1,354,999.
Last year Zoe took home a salary of £954,999 as she finished in second place again.
Gary Lineker – £1,350,000 – £1,354,999
Zoe Ball – £515,000 – £519,99
Alan Shearer – £440,000 – £444,999
Greg James – £425,000 – £429,999
Nick Robinson – £410,000 – £414,999
Fiona Bruce – £410,000 – £414,999
Stephen Nolan – £405,000 – £409,999
Laura Kussenburg – £395,000 – £399,000
Vernon Kay – £390,000 – £394,999
Scott Mills – £355,000 – £359,999
This comes after Zoe announced in November last year that she was stepping down from her BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show after six years to 'focus on family'. More Trending
Third on the list is Gary's fellow Match of the Day presenter, Alan Shearer who earned between £440,000 – £444,999.
In fourth place is Radio 1 host Greg James, whose wage has increased from £419,000 to £425,000.
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In tenth place again is Zoe's replacement on Radio 2, Scott Mills who earned £355,000, an increase from £319,999 last year.
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