He’s RHOBH star Erika’s new boyfriend, so what is John ‘Shrek’ McPhee’s estimated net worth?
The Sheriff of Baghdad works with celebs like Heidi Montag
Ok, let’s talk about 2025’s most unexpected Bravo romance.
Erika Jayne has officially moved on, and her new man is not your typical Beverly Hills boyfriend.
After paparazzi photos of the two holding hands in Los Angeles went viral last summer, Erika confirmed she is dating John “Shrek” McPhee, a retired U.S. Army special operations sergeant major with a nickname that sounds straight out of an action movie.
While Erika is known for diamonds, glam squads and chart-topping dance tracks, John comes from a completely different world.
Naturally, Bravo fans are now asking the big question: what is his money situation really like, and how does it compare to Erika’s?
What is John McPhee’s estimated net worth?
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John McPhee is not a Hollywood celebrity with red carpet appearances and brand ambassadorships plastered across billboards. Instead, his wealth has been built through a long military career and a successful transition into private business.
McPhee served more than 20 years in the US Army special operations and retired in 2011 as a Sergeant Major. During his service, he became widely respected for his leadership and tactical expertise, earning the nickname “Sheriff of Baghdad.”
After leaving the military, he launched SOB Tactical, a training and consulting company that provides tactical gear, firearms education, and advanced security instruction for military, law enforcement, and civilians.
His business includes merchandise, professional training programs, and digital content through platforms such as SOB TV.
John has some high-profile clients and worked as security for Heidi Montag. He and Erika actually met in London when she and Heidi were both at the Mighty Hoopla in London performing.
He also maintains a large social media following, which potentially allows him to earn income through sponsorships, partnerships, and brand collaborations. Influencer analytics estimate his annual earnings from online platforms and sponsorships alone could fall between $170,000 and $230,000.
Court filings connected to his previous divorce have also indicated that he earns roughly $17,000 per month, suggesting a consistent and substantial income stream, via Reality Tea.
Life Genius estimates his total net worth at around $2.5 million, based on his military pension, business ownership, training services, digital content, and public speaking work.
While there is no officially verified figure, the most realistic estimate places John McPhee’s net worth somewhere in the range of $1 million to $3 million.
That puts him firmly in the category of financially independent and successful, even if he is not flashing diamond necklaces on Rodeo Drive!
How does his net worth compare to Erika’s?
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Now let’s talk about Erika Jayne, because her finances have practically been a full-time storyline on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.
Erika’s net worth is estimated at approximately $5 million. This figure reflects her long-running Bravo salary, her music career, touring income, merchandise sales, and brand partnerships.
However, Erika’s money situation has been complicated by her highly publicised divorce from disgraced attorney Tom Girardi and the legal fallout surrounding his fraud convictions.
While her reported net worth remains around $5 million, per Celebrity Net Worth, it is widely understood that much of her financial life has been in flux over the past several years.
When comparing the two, Erika still appears to have the higher reported net worth on paper. That said, John McPhee brings serious financial stability into the relationship.
With a thriving tactical training business, strong brand recognition, and multiple income streams, he is far from a freeloading boyfriend.
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