In 2023, OnlyFans creators collectively earned $6.6 billion, surpassing the $4.9 billion earned by all NBA players during the same period. This massive difference highlights the platform’s lucrative potential, particularly for top earners like Bella Thorne, who reportedly makes $11 million per month. Even lesser-known creators can make impressive sums, with one, Bonnie Blue, earning $250,000 in just 21 days.
While some fans of the NBA have defended the sport, noting that there are far more OnlyFans creators than professional basketball players, the comparison between the two industries has sparked plenty of debate online. Many see this as a sign of how mainstream and profitable platforms like OnlyFans have become.
The staggering figures highlight the financial opportunities available to content creators, who can now out-earn elite athletes, challenging traditional perceptions of wealth and career paths.
