Linda Yaccarino Resigns: How Much She Earned As X CEO And What Is Her Net Worth?

Last Updated:July 10, 2025, 00:51 IST

Linda Yaccarino, CEO of Elon Musk's X, resigned after two years. Here's a look at her net worth

Linda Yaccarino

Linda Yaccarino, the now-former CEO of Elon Musk’s X (formerly Twitter), officially stepped down after a turbulent two-year tenure, capping off a career that has made her one of the most influential and well-compensated executives in media and tech. Her departure follows mounting pressure over controversial content generated by the platform’s AI chatbot Grok, and Elon Musk’s recent decision to fold X into his AI company, xAI. But as she exits the spotlight, Linda Yaccarino does so with an impressive fortune to her name.

Linda Yaccarino’s Estimated Net Worth

According to a report by Marca, Linda Yaccarino’s estimated net worth is between $35 million and $40 million. This wealth has been built over decades, starting with her early work at Turner Broadcasting, where she spent nearly 20 years and later at NBCUniversal, where she led a digital transformation of the ad business and served as Chairman of Global Advertising and Partnerships. During her time at NBCUniversal, Linda Yaccarino reportedly earned around $4 million annually, including bonuses and equity.

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What Linda Yaccarino Made At X

In May 2023, Linda Yaccarino made a high-profile move to X, taking charge of business operations while Elon Musk focused on product and engineering. At X, her base salary was reportedly $6 million, according to Market Realist. In addition to this, she was eligible for up to $2 million in annual performance bonuses and received $4 million in stock options spread across a three-year term. Her compensation package also included high-level perks such as luxury travel, accommodations and access to financial advisory services.

Linda Yaccarino’s Assets Behind The Millions

Beyond salary and bonuses, Linda Yaccarino has built a diverse portfolio of assets. Reports say she owns five real estate properties and two luxury yachts, along with seven high-end vehicles. She also holds 13 major stock investments- valued at around $5 million- which include shares in companies like Starbucks, Costco, Procter & Gamble and General Motors.

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