Marion Jones, Track and Field Star – Job Loss and Legal Fees

At the height of her career, Marion Jones became the world’s first female athlete millionaire. Many still remember the former world track-and-field athlete winning not one, but three gold medals, as well as two bronze medals, at the 2002 Summer Olympics in Sydney, Australia.

Sadly, Jones now has a tarnished legacy after admitting to steroid use. After that, she lost all five medals in disgrace. From there, Jones had to file for bankruptcy in 2006. What’s more, she then had to sell off many of her remaining properties, including a $2.5 million home. Later on, Jones would spend six months behind bars for being involved in a check counterfeiting scheme. Hey, it seems Jones simply can’t stay away from that way of life!