Turns out, the biggest Shark Tank success story didn’t need Mark Cuban’s courtside vibes or Kevin O’Leary’s money talk. Nope, the title goes to a Daymond John-backed sensation that swam past every prediction, racking up an excellent $1.3B in sales.

A still from Shark Tank | Credits: Sony Pictures Television

While other Sharks battled over tech toys and quirky gadgets, John saw the potential in comfort and a killer cause. His push turned a sock pitch into the ultimate Shark Tank triumph, leaving the rest of the Sharks trailing.

From Shark Tank Rejection to $1.3B: Daymond John’s Bombas Breakthrough Daymond John in Shark Tank | Credits: Sony Pictures Television

Ten years ago, Shark Tank viewers watched David Heath and Randy Goldberg pitch Bombas—a sock brand with heart. Their mission? For every pair sold, donate one to someone in need. But the sharks weren’t convinced. Mark Cuban passed.