No. 3: Professional athletes
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Professional athletes are some of the most admired and adored individuals on Earth. The dedication and effort they put into their sport of choice commands the respect of fans worldwide. But not only are professional athletes highly respected individuals, but they also tend to get quite a nice pay check. Salaries can vary a lot, depending on the specific sport, and some of the best paid include football and soccer players, race car drivers, and golfers.