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Muntadhar al-Zaidi

Muntadhar al-Zaidi Net Worth

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Muntadhar al-Zaidi's net worth is currently estimated at $1M in 2026.

Net Worth Over Time

$0M$0.2M$0.4M$0.6000000000000001M$0.8M$1M20052010201520202026

Net Worth Timeline

2005$0.001MD

Correspondent for Al-Baghdadia TV

Al-Zaidi works as a correspondent for Al-Baghdadia TV, covering news in Iraq. Initial earnings were minimal.

2007$0.005M+400%C

Increased Reporting Role

He gains a more prominent reporting role, covering political and social issues. His recognition and influence began to increase.

2008$0.01M+100%C

Shoe-Throwing Incident

Al-Zaidi throws his shoes at President George W. Bush, gaining international notoriety. The incident had a short term bump in prestige.

2009$0.008M-20%D

Imprisonment and Release

Al-Zaidi is imprisoned and later released, affecting his career prospects. He lost money due to the criminal justice process.

2010$0.01M+25%C

Brief Work in Lebanon

He briefly works with a Lebanese TV channel, but his career stagnates. He struggled with new opportunities in the industry.

2011$0.05M+400%C

Political Activism

Al-Zaidi becomes involved in political activism and charitable work. He began to build up his status as more than just the show throwing incident.

2020$0.8M+1500%C

Public Appearances

Al-Zaidi occasionally makes public appearances and gives interviews, maintaining some level of recognition. Still relevant but niche.

2026$1M+25%C

Remembered for Protest

Al-Zaidi is primarily remembered for the shoe-throwing incident, which overshadowed his journalistic work. His status as a cult figure is likely.

Last updated: February 25, 2026