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Pacific Life Introduces New Variable Universal Life Insurance Product Now Available Through State Farm
Authorized State Farm agents can now offer customers a life insurance product with market-driven growth potential NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., June 25, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Pacific Life is pleased to introduce a new, straightforward variable universal life (VUL) insurance product, designed for customers ages 30-55 who are comfortable pursuing cash value over the long term and have a tolerance for market-based risk. Pacific Protector Plus VUL1 offers tax-free2 death benefit protection and cash value accumulation potential through a streamlined but diverse selection of variable investment options and interest crediting strategies. "We're so proud that Pacific Protector Plus VUL was chosen to be a part of the State Farm portfolio. This collaboration is a great fit for both of our companies because our values and customer focus are so closely aligned," said Dawn Behnke, Executive Vice President, Consumer Markets, Pacific Life. State Farm is committed to meeting customers' needs with products and services to help customers manage the risks of everyday life and realize their dream. The design of Pacific Protector Plus VUL offers the opportunity for authorized State Farm agents to help customers make their own decisions about how to protect the ones they love while also pursuing their financial goals. "Pairing two companies that collectively share 260 years of experience caring for customers is a winning combination," said Sarah Mineau, Senior Vice President, Financial Services, State Farm. "Together, we have a unique opportunity to impact more people, offering them the protection they need, and empowering them to invest in their financial well-being." Pacific Protector Plus VUL takes VUL back to the basics, with these important features: Competitive performance for death benefit-focused designs Opportunity for cash value growth potential through a streamlined set of mutual-fund style variable investment options that help reduce complexities, yet provide a holistic mix of options to address a variety of goals and risk tolerances Choice of indexed3 and fixed options to help hedge against market volatility Choice of two optional living benefit riders4 in case of chronic or terminal illness5 Short-term, no-lapse guarantee to provide lapse protection from [five to 15 years]—at no additional cost4,6 Pacific Protector Plus VUL provides authorized State Farm agents with opportunities to help meet customer needs for legacy, income protection, and business planning, within one product. It also may be attractive for State Farm customers who have maxed out contribution limits or are no longer eligible for other financial vehicles, such as 401(k)s or Roth IRAs. About Pacific Life Pacific Life provides a variety of products and services designed to help individuals and businesses in the retail, institutional, workforce benefits, and reinsurance markets achieve financial security. Whether your goal is to protect loved ones or grow your assets for retirement, Pacific Life offers innovative life insurance and annuity solutions, as well as mutual funds, that provide value and financial security for current and future generations. Supporting our policyholders for nearly 160 years, Pacific Life is a Fortune 500 company headquartered in Newport Beach, California. For additional company information, including current financial strength ratings, visit About State Farm For over 100 years, the mission of State Farm has been to help people manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected, and realize their dreams. State Farm and its affiliates are the largest providers of auto and home insurance in the United States. Its more than 19,400 agents and 67,000 employees serve over 91 million policies and accounts – including auto, fire, life, health, commercial policies and financial services accounts. Commercial auto insurance, along with coverage for renters, business owners, boats and motorcycles, is also available. State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company is the parent of the State Farm family of companies. State Farm is ranked No. 39 on the 2024 Fortune 500 list of largest companies. For more information, please visit 1Pacific Protector Plus VUL, issued by Pacific Life Insurance Company, Form series P23VIUL, S23V3P, varies based on state of policy issue.2For federal income tax purposes, life insurance death benefits generally pay income tax-free to beneficiaries pursuant to IRC Sec. 101(a)(1). In certain situations, however, life insurance death benefits may be partially or wholly taxable. Situations include, but are not limited to: the transfer of a life insurance policy for valuable consideration unless the transfer qualifies for an exception under IRC Sec. 101(a)(2)(i.e. the transfer-for-value rule); arrangements that lack an insurable interest based on state law; and an employer-owned policy unless the policy qualifies for an exception under IRC Sec. 101(j).3The indexed account options do not directly participate in any stock or equity investments.4Riders will likely incur additional charges and are subject to availability, restrictions, and limitations. When considering a rider, request a policy illustration from your financial professional to see the rider's impact on your policy's values.5Premier Chronic Illness Rider (CHR) (Form series R22CHR, S21CHR, varies based on state of policy issue). [CHR is not approved or available in CA.] Premier Living Benefit Rider 2 (Form series R18ADB, S18ADB, varies based on state of policy issue).6Short-Term No-Lapse Guarantee Rider (Form #R21SNL, varies based on state of policy issue). Eligibility and duration based on insured's issue age. Paying only the Short-Term No-Lapse Premiums will guarantee the death benefit from [five to 15 years], but will not guarantee cash value accumulation. If you discontinue paying the Short-Term No-Lapse Premiums, the no-lapse feature will terminate before the guaranteed duration. If this occurs, additional premiums in an amount equal to the short-fall can be paid to bring the no-lapse feature back in-force. If policy loans or withdrawals are taken, additional premiums may be required to keep the no-lapse feature in force. Additional premiums may be required to continue the policy beyond the guaranteed or may not show. Pacific Life is a product provider. It is not a fiduciary and therefore does not give advice or make recommendations regarding insurance or investment products. Pacific Life Insurance Company is licensed to issue insurance products in all states except New York. Product/material availability and features may vary by state. Variable insurance products are distributed by Pacific Select Distributors, LLC (member FINRA & SIPC), a subsidiary of Pacific Life Insurance Company and are available through licensed third-party broker/dealers. You should carefully consider a variable life insurance product's risks, charges, limitations, and expenses, as well as the risks, charges, expenses and investment goals/objectives of the underlying investment options. This and other information about Pacific Life Insurance Company insurance products are provided in the applicable product and underlying fund prospectuses. These prospectuses are available from your life insurance producer or at Read them carefully before investing or sending money. Insurance products and their guarantees, including optional benefits and any crediting rates, are backed by the financial strength and claims-paying ability of the issuing insurance company, but they do not protect the value of the variable investment options. Look to the strength of the life insurance company with regard to such guarantees as these guarantees are not backed by the broker/dealer, insurance agency, or their affiliates from which products are purchased. Neither these entities nor their representatives make any representation or assurance regarding the claims-paying ability of the life insurance company. This material reflects the Pacific Life Insurance Company policy features and benefits. All policy features and benefits may not be available through some Broker/Dealers. The State Farm sales practice philosophy is about placing customer needs first, operating fairly and doing the right thing. State Farm strives to encourage customer conversations, customer service, and meeting customer needs in our related promotions, rewards, and incentives. Life insurance is subject to underwriting and approval of the application and will incur monthly policy charges. The home office for Pacific Life Insurance Company is located in Omaha, Nebraska. State Farm is not an affiliated company of Pacific Life Insurance Company and Pacific Select Distributors, LLC. Securities available through State Farm VP Management Corp. State Farm VP Management Corp. is a separate entity from those affiliated and/or unaffiliated entities which provide advisory services, banking, and insurance products. AP2025/04/0577 Securities, insurance and annuity products are not FDIC insured, are not bank guaranteed and are subject to investment risk, including possible loss of principal. Neither State Farm nor its agents provide tax or legal advice. 25-253 [VUC3494-0625 6/25 E628] View source version on Contacts Media Contact: Jesse Page(949) Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
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Pacific Life Introduces New Variable Universal Life Insurance Product Now Available Through State Farm
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Pacific Life is pleased to introduce a new, straightforward variable universal life (VUL) insurance product, designed for customers ages 30-55 who are comfortable pursuing cash value over the long term and have a tolerance for market-based risk. Pacific Protector Plus VUL 1 offers tax-free 2 death benefit protection and cash value accumulation potential through a streamlined but diverse selection of variable investment options and interest crediting strategies. 'We're so proud that Pacific Protector Plus VUL was chosen to be a part of the State Farm portfolio. This collaboration is a great fit for both of our companies because our values and customer focus are so closely aligned,' said Dawn Behnke, Executive Vice President, Consumer Markets, Pacific Life. State Farm is committed to meeting customers' needs with products and services to help customers manage the risks of everyday life and realize their dream. The design of Pacific Protector Plus VUL offers the opportunity for authorized State Farm agents to help customers make their own decisions about how to protect the ones they love while also pursuing their financial goals. 'Pairing two companies that collectively share 260 years of experience caring for customers is a winning combination,' said Sarah Mineau, Senior Vice President, Financial Services, State Farm. 'Together, we have a unique opportunity to impact more people, offering them the protection they need, and empowering them to invest in their financial well-being.' Pacific Protector Plus VUL takes VUL back to the basics, with these important features: Competitive performance for death benefit-focused designs Opportunity for cash value growth potential through a streamlined set of mutual-fund style variable investment options that help reduce complexities, yet provide a holistic mix of options to address a variety of goals and risk tolerances Choice of indexed 3 and fixed options to help hedge against market volatility Choice of two optional living benefit riders 4 in case of chronic or terminal illness 5 Short-term, no-lapse guarantee to provide lapse protection from [five to 15 years]—at no additional cost 4,6 Pacific Protector Plus VUL provides authorized State Farm agents with opportunities to help meet customer needs for legacy, income protection, and business planning, within one product. It also may be attractive for State Farm customers who have maxed out contribution limits or are no longer eligible for other financial vehicles, such as 401(k)s or Roth IRAs. About Pacific Life Pacific Life provides a variety of products and services designed to help individuals and businesses in the retail, institutional, workforce benefits, and reinsurance markets achieve financial security. Whether your goal is to protect loved ones or grow your assets for retirement, Pacific Life offers innovative life insurance and annuity solutions, as well as mutual funds, that provide value and financial security for current and future generations. Supporting our policyholders for nearly 160 years, Pacific Life is a Fortune 500 company headquartered in Newport Beach, California. For additional company information, including current financial strength ratings, visit About State Farm For over 100 years, the mission of State Farm has been to help people manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected, and realize their dreams. State Farm and its affiliates are the largest providers of auto and home insurance in the United States. Its more than 19,400 agents and 67,000 employees serve over 91 million policies and accounts – including auto, fire, life, health, commercial policies and financial services accounts. Commercial auto insurance, along with coverage for renters, business owners, boats and motorcycles, is also available. State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company is the parent of the State Farm family of companies. State Farm is ranked No. 39 on the 2024 Fortune 500 list of largest companies. For more information, please visit 1 Pacific Protector Plus VUL, issued by Pacific Life Insurance Company, Form series P23VIUL, S23V3P, varies based on state of policy issue. 2 For federal income tax purposes, life insurance death benefits generally pay income tax-free to beneficiaries pursuant to IRC Sec. 101(a)(1). In certain situations, however, life insurance death benefits may be partially or wholly taxable. Situations include, but are not limited to: the transfer of a life insurance policy for valuable consideration unless the transfer qualifies for an exception under IRC Sec. 101(a)(2)(i.e. the transfer-for-value rule); arrangements that lack an insurable interest based on state law; and an employer-owned policy unless the policy qualifies for an exception under IRC Sec. 101(j). 3 The indexed account options do not directly participate in any stock or equity investments. 4 Riders will likely incur additional charges and are subject to availability, restrictions, and limitations. When considering a rider, request a policy illustration from your financial professional to see the rider's impact on your policy's values. 5 Premier Chronic Illness Rider (CHR) (Form series R22CHR, S21CHR, varies based on state of policy issue). [CHR is not approved or available in CA.] Premier Living Benefit Rider 2 (Form series R18ADB, S18ADB, varies based on state of policy issue). 6 Short-Term No-Lapse Guarantee Rider (Form #R21SNL, varies based on state of policy issue). Eligibility and duration based on insured's issue age. Paying only the Short-Term No-Lapse Premiums will guarantee the death benefit from [five to 15 years], but will not guarantee cash value accumulation. If you discontinue paying the Short-Term No-Lapse Premiums, the no-lapse feature will terminate before the guaranteed duration. If this occurs, additional premiums in an amount equal to the short-fall can be paid to bring the no-lapse feature back in-force. If policy loans or withdrawals are taken, additional premiums may be required to keep the no-lapse feature in force. Additional premiums may be required to continue the policy beyond the guaranteed duration. May or may not show. Pacific Life is a product provider. It is not a fiduciary and therefore does not give advice or make recommendations regarding insurance or investment products. Pacific Life Insurance Company is licensed to issue insurance products in all states except New York. Product/material availability and features may vary by state. Variable insurance products are distributed by Pacific Select Distributors, LLC (member FINRA & SIPC), a subsidiary of Pacific Life Insurance Company and are available through licensed third-party broker/dealers. You should carefully consider a variable life insurance product's risks, charges, limitations, and expenses, as well as the risks, charges, expenses and investment goals/objectives of the underlying investment options. This and other information about Pacific Life Insurance Company insurance products are provided in the applicable product and underlying fund prospectuses. These prospectuses are available from your life insurance producer or at Read them carefully before investing or sending money. Insurance products and their guarantees, including optional benefits and any crediting rates, are backed by the financial strength and claims-paying ability of the issuing insurance company, but they do not protect the value of the variable investment options. Look to the strength of the life insurance company with regard to such guarantees as these guarantees are not backed by the broker/dealer, insurance agency, or their affiliates from which products are purchased. Neither these entities nor their representatives make any representation or assurance regarding the claims-paying ability of the life insurance company. This material reflects the Pacific Life Insurance Company policy features and benefits. All policy features and benefits may not be available through some Broker/Dealers. The State Farm sales practice philosophy is about placing customer needs first, operating fairly and doing the right thing. State Farm strives to encourage customer conversations, customer service, and meeting customer needs in our related promotions, rewards, and incentives. Life insurance is subject to underwriting and approval of the application and will incur monthly policy charges. The home office for Pacific Life Insurance Company is located in Omaha, Nebraska. State Farm is not an affiliated company of Pacific Life Insurance Company and Pacific Select Distributors, LLC. Securities available through State Farm VP Management Corp. State Farm VP Management Corp. is a separate entity from those affiliated and/or unaffiliated entities which provide advisory services, banking, and insurance products. AP2025/04/0577 Securities, insurance and annuity products are not FDIC insured, are not bank guaranteed and are subject to investment risk, including possible loss of principal. Neither State Farm nor its agents provide tax or legal advice. 25-253 [VUC3494-0625 6/25 E628]
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5 days ago
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Georgia roofer is out $12,000 after State Farm approved homeowner's claim — then refused to pay out in full
When Cumming, Georgia, homeowner Venkat Garikapati's roof sustained heavy wind damage in 2021, he filed a claim with his home insurance company, State Farm, to have it fixed. However, State Farm only approved the replacement of 38 shingles and estimated the cost at $1,422.15 — less than Garikapati's $2,500 deductible — and closed the claim without paying, according to Atlanta News First. But Garikapati's roofer, David Garner, disputed the insurance company's assessment. "It was torn all to pieces," Garner told the local broadcaster of the roof's condition. "More than 70 shingles were creased or missing." Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 — and no, you don't have to deal with tenants or fix freezers. Here's how I'm 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don't panic. Here are 6 of the easiest ways you can catch up (and fast) Nervous about the stock market in 2025? Find out how you can access this $1B private real estate fund (with as little as $10) Garner, along with a public adjuster, spent years trying to prove to State Farm that Garikapati's roof needed a full replacement to avoid further damage and leaking, reports Atlanta News First. State Farm kept denying the claim before finally approving a full roof replacement on April 25, 2024 — more than three years after the original claim. "They are never shy on collecting the monthly premium at all, but to get this approved took quite a long time," Garikapati said. Garner went ahead and did the work. But after the initial "actual cash value" check cleared, State Farm refused to pay the replacement cost in full, citing a clause in Garikapati's insurance policy that stipulates a repair or replacement must be completed within two years of the date of loss to receive additional payments. As a result, Garner is out $12,000 — and he blames State Farm fully. When a contractor does work on a home and isn't paid for it, they may be able to place a lien on the home. However, Garner doesn't want to do that to Garikapati. "It's not the homeowner's fault that this is taking place," Garner said. Despite the clause in Garikapati's insurance policy, Atlanta News First reports an attachment to State Farm's approval estimate stated: "Replacement cost benefits will be issued contingent completed of roof replacement and submission of photos, submission of photos, certificate of completion and or signed contract agreement with service provider." But when Garner submitted the paperwork, he said State Farm wouldn't pay up. "What am I supposed to do?" Garner asked. "I've already built the roof. I paid for the materials. I paid for the labor. Everything's done." Garikapati filed a complaint with the Georgia Office of Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner in January, per Atlanta First News, but that went nowhere. 'The whole reason this claim took a long time to get approved is because deny and delay, deny and delay,' Garner said. Read more: Want an extra $1,300,000 when you retire? Dave Ramsey says — and that 'anyone' can do it Atlanta News First says it looked at recent complaints filed with the commissioner's office and found that State Farm, the state's biggest insurer, had 892 complaints in 2024, up 126% from 2022. It also found that Allstate had 770 complaints, up 77% from 2022, while Progressive had 557, up 49% from 2022. The office did not supply information about the results of complaints. Garner feels like he's out of options — he doesn't think it would be financially feasible to sue State Farm, and he's not interested in holding Garikapati responsible. "He was operating in good faith, just like I was," Garner said. A spokesperson for State Farm told Atlanta News First "we believe we have provided every benefit available to the customer within their policy." So, what can you do if your home insurance company comes up short on funds or doesn't pay? First, you should read the terms of your policy carefully. What happened to Garikapati above wasn't exactly his fault, but it seems the fine print of his policy provided the insurance company with an out. Familiarizing himself with those details may have prevented the situation above from occurring. One thing you'll want to check your policy for is exclusions. There are certain things your insurer may not pay for, which should be outlined in your policy agreement. It's also important to read the terms of your claim approval carefully to make sure you and your contractor are in compliance. But from there, if you believe an insurer isn't paying out like it's supposed to, you should collect evidence. Document all of the work that was done so you can show if it was in accordance with what your insurer approved. That means taking pictures and getting a write-up from your contractor detailing the work performed. Your insurer may have tools in place for claims and payment denials. Follow those once you've gathered your documentation. If that doesn't work, you can try to file a complaint with your state's insurance agency. If that doesn't work, you may want to seek legal guidance. To be clear, there's a difference between your insurance company denying a claim and refusing to pay following an approval. There should be no expectation your insurer will pay out on a claim that's been denied. Also keep in mind that any contractor you hire may not be as understanding as Garner, and you don't want yours to come after you for their money. So, you should do all that you can to ensure everything is above board. Rich, young Americans are ditching the stormy stock market — here are the alternative assets they're banking on instead Robert Kiyosaki warns of a 'Greater Depression' coming to the US — with millions of Americans going poor. But he says these 2 'easy-money' assets will bring in 'great wealth'. How to get in now This tiny hot Costco item has skyrocketed 74% in price in under 2 years — but now the retail giant is restricting purchases. Here's how to buy the coveted asset in bulk Here are 5 'must have' items that Americans (almost) always overpay for — and very quickly regret. How many are hurting you? Like what you read? Join 200,000+ readers and get the best of Moneywise straight to your inbox every week. This article provides information only and should not be construed as advice. It is provided without warranty of any kind. Sign in to access your portfolio
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Georgia roofer is out $12,000 after State Farm approved homeowner's claim — then refused to pay out in full
When Cumming, Georgia, homeowner Venkat Garikapati's roof sustained heavy wind damage in 2021, he filed a claim with his home insurance company, State Farm, to have it fixed. However, State Farm only approved the replacement of 38 shingles and estimated the cost at $1,422.15 — less than Garikapati's $2,500 deductible — and closed the claim without paying, according to Atlanta News First. But Garikapati's roofer, David Garner, disputed the insurance company's assessment. "It was torn all to pieces," Garner told the local broadcaster of the roof's condition. "More than 70 shingles were creased or missing." Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 — and no, you don't have to deal with tenants or fix freezers. Here's how I'm 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don't panic. Here are 6 of the easiest ways you can catch up (and fast) Nervous about the stock market in 2025? Find out how you can access this $1B private real estate fund (with as little as $10) Garner, along with a public adjuster, spent years trying to prove to State Farm that Garikapati's roof needed a full replacement to avoid further damage and leaking, reports Atlanta News First. State Farm kept denying the claim before finally approving a full roof replacement on April 25, 2024 — more than three years after the original claim. "They are never shy on collecting the monthly premium at all, but to get this approved took quite a long time," Garikapati said. Garner went ahead and did the work. But after the initial "actual cash value" check cleared, State Farm refused to pay the replacement cost in full, citing a clause in Garikapati's insurance policy that stipulates a repair or replacement must be completed within two years of the date of loss to receive additional payments. As a result, Garner is out $12,000 — and he blames State Farm fully. When a contractor does work on a home and isn't paid for it, they may be able to place a lien on the home. However, Garner doesn't want to do that to Garikapati. "It's not the homeowner's fault that this is taking place," Garner said. Despite the clause in Garikapati's insurance policy, Atlanta News First reports an attachment to State Farm's approval estimate stated: "Replacement cost benefits will be issued contingent completed of roof replacement and submission of photos, submission of photos, certificate of completion and or signed contract agreement with service provider." But when Garner submitted the paperwork, he said State Farm wouldn't pay up. "What am I supposed to do?" Garner asked. "I've already built the roof. I paid for the materials. I paid for the labor. Everything's done." Garikapati filed a complaint with the Georgia Office of Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner in January, per Atlanta First News, but that went nowhere. 'The whole reason this claim took a long time to get approved is because deny and delay, deny and delay,' Garner said. Read more: Want an extra $1,300,000 when you retire? Dave Ramsey says — and that 'anyone' can do it Atlanta News First says it looked at recent complaints filed with the commissioner's office and found that State Farm, the state's biggest insurer, had 892 complaints in 2024, up 126% from 2022. It also found that Allstate had 770 complaints, up 77% from 2022, while Progressive had 557, up 49% from 2022. The office did not supply information about the results of complaints. Garner feels like he's out of options — he doesn't think it would be financially feasible to sue State Farm, and he's not interested in holding Garikapati responsible. "He was operating in good faith, just like I was," Garner said. A spokesperson for State Farm told Atlanta News First "we believe we have provided every benefit available to the customer within their policy." So, what can you do if your home insurance company comes up short on funds or doesn't pay? First, you should read the terms of your policy carefully. What happened to Garikapati above wasn't exactly his fault, but it seems the fine print of his policy provided the insurance company with an out. Familiarizing himself with those details may have prevented the situation above from occurring. One thing you'll want to check your policy for is exclusions. There are certain things your insurer may not pay for, which should be outlined in your policy agreement. It's also important to read the terms of your claim approval carefully to make sure you and your contractor are in compliance. But from there, if you believe an insurer isn't paying out like it's supposed to, you should collect evidence. Document all of the work that was done so you can show if it was in accordance with what your insurer approved. That means taking pictures and getting a write-up from your contractor detailing the work performed. Your insurer may have tools in place for claims and payment denials. Follow those once you've gathered your documentation. If that doesn't work, you can try to file a complaint with your state's insurance agency. If that doesn't work, you may want to seek legal guidance. To be clear, there's a difference between your insurance company denying a claim and refusing to pay following an approval. There should be no expectation your insurer will pay out on a claim that's been denied. Also keep in mind that any contractor you hire may not be as understanding as Garner, and you don't want yours to come after you for their money. So, you should do all that you can to ensure everything is above board. Rich, young Americans are ditching the stormy stock market — here are the alternative assets they're banking on instead Robert Kiyosaki warns of a 'Greater Depression' coming to the US — with millions of Americans going poor. But he says these 2 'easy-money' assets will bring in 'great wealth'. How to get in now This tiny hot Costco item has skyrocketed 74% in price in under 2 years — but now the retail giant is restricting purchases. Here's how to buy the coveted asset in bulk Here are 5 'must have' items that Americans (almost) always overpay for — and very quickly regret. How many are hurting you? Like what you read? Join 200,000+ readers and get the best of Moneywise straight to your inbox every week. This article provides information only and should not be construed as advice. It is provided without warranty of any kind. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
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19-06-2025
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Can 'Supernova' Caitlin Clark become the most famous American athlete? Colin Cowherd makes shocking comparison
Much has been made of Caitlin Clark's effect on the WNBA. But where does she stack up against all American athletes? Fox Sports commentators Nick Wright and Colin Cowherd make the case that could surpass everyone else — except maybe the best NFL quarterbacks. Advertisement "Once Steph (Curry) and LeBron (James) retire, will there be an active American athlete that's more famous than her?" Wright said. "I think she will be more famous than every baseball player. She might already be. Every hockey player, all of the U.S. men's national team. "And I think she's already more famous than every NBA player expect (Kevin Durant), Steph and LeBron. And I don't see any (other American NBA players) catching her. I think she's a supernova of fame and talent." Celebrate Caitlin Clark's remarkable rookie season with IndyStar's book Clark won two national Player of the Year honors in leading Iowa to consecutive national championship games, and last year she won WNBA Rookie of the Year and made first-team All-WNBA for the Indiana Fever. She has marketing deals with State Farm, Gatorade, Wilson Sporting Goods, Nike and many others. Advertisement "She's the Tiger (Woods) of 20 years ago on tour," Cowherd said, noting that when Clark was recently injured, WNBA television ratings dropped. "Nothing against the WNBA. She's literally changing the entire league economy." Get IndyStar's Indiana Fever and Caitlin Clark coverage sent directly to your inbox with our Caitlin Clark Fever newsletter. This article originally appeared on Indianapolis Star: Caitlin Clark's fame close to LeBron James, Steph Curry, Tiger Woods
