NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — New Orleans Saints and Pelicans owner Gayle Benson has taken the top spot on Forbes' list for "Most Powerful Women in Sports."

Once married to former owner Tom Benson, Gayle took control after Tom's death in 2018, making her the only only woman to own an NFL and NBA franchise, according to Forbes.

Together, the Saints and Pelicans carry a combined valuation of $8.35 billion. Benson has a personal net worth of $7.9 billion.

The article states that under Benson's leadership, the Saints became the first franchise with marketing rights in France, partnering with Paris Musketeers of the European League of Football.

Her efforts also include bringing the recent Super Bowl to New Orleans.

In February, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell released the following statement:

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