New Orleans Saints stand apart from many other teams in a unique department. The ownership! They are one of the 10 teams owned by a woman. Gayle Benson became their owner in 2018. She owns other sports franchises as well.

The other team she owns is the NBA’s New Orleans Pelicans. A billionaire, she has been featured in the Forbes list several times.

How much is the Benson family worth?

As of the 15th of October, Gayle Benson stands at 479th rank in the list of billionaires all around the world. Her net worth is $6.6 billion from multiple sports franchises and businesses. She has inherited most of her wealth from her husband, Tom Benson, who died in March 2018. She married Tom in 2004 (3rd marriage of both).

There was a multi-year lawsuit between family members about Tom’s wealth. When Tom was alive, he had planned to give voting stock shares of the Saints and Pelicans to his daughter Renee Benson, grandson Ryan Benson LeBlanc, and granddaughter Rita Benson LeBlanc. However, in December 2014, he sent them an email, breaking his contact with them, and named Gayle Benson as his heir. Then started a lengthy court battle. Tom Benson’s family members claimed that he was mentally incompetent. But in 2017, they signed a confidential settlement.

Gayle also has an extensive business experience. She started working as an interior designer in the 1970s. Over time, she climbed the ladders of success. In 2014, she also founded thoroughbred racing team G M B Racing.

Like their owner, the NFL team’s net worth is also increasing.

What is the New Orleans Saints’ worth?

Among the 32 NFL teams, the Saints are ranked 28th in terms of their net worth. Forbes valued them at $4.4 billion in August 2024. Gayle Benson is making a fortune from the NFL franchise. With a $118 operating income, they have a revenue of $567 million. The team uses their profits to upgrade their Caesars Superdome stadium to make game days a better experience for their fans.

The upgrades started with a new playing surface. The owners also widened the concourses and made 2 bars so that the fans could see the game while enjoying the plaza. Renovation costed them heavily. Before the pandemic, the cost was estimated to be $100 million, which increased to $560 million when they did it.

Gayle Benson has always been supportive of her team. She is regularly seen at the games, cheering for players and signing footballs for the fans. Who Dat Nation loves her.