Susanna Reid (Croydon) – $10 Million

Susanna Reid has gained national fame as a broadcaster for “Good Morning Britain” since 2014. Before this venture, she co-presented “BBC Breakfast.” The experienced host managed to find time in her busy schedule to compete in “Strictly Come Dancing” and finished as a runner-up.

Reid earns a $1.3 million salary from her job in television and gives back to charities. The star regularly contributes to Media Trust, linked to several other charities. The journalist flew to Texas to interview Linda Carty for the “British Grandma on Death Row” program in March 2022.

Lorraine Kelly (Glasgow) – $6 Million

Lorraine Kelly has proven that acting is not the only way to earn millions on television. Many consider her the nation’s sweetheart; her charming persona goes down well during people’s breakfast fix. Most of her work is presenting on ITV networks for “Good Morning Britain,” “This Morning,” and “Lorraine.”

Kelly was appointed an OBE and CBE for her services to broadcasting and journalism. In September 2021, the cheery host started a podcast with her daughter, Rosie, called “What if?” where they interview celebrities and talk about life’s adventures. 

Simon Cowell (London) – $600 Million

Simon Cowell is known as one of the biggest media moguls. It seems like everything he touches turns to gold, from signing acts like One Direction to producing shows like “America’s Got Talent.” After founding Syco, a British entertainment company, he sold 50% to Sony for a tidy $105 million in 2016.

His father, Eric Cowell, gave him a leg up in his now successful career. He was a music executive for EMI and gave young Simon a position in the mailroom. The businessman appeared as a judge again for the 15th season of “Britain’s Got Talent” in April 2022. 

Ed Sheeran (Halifax) – $200 Million

Ed Sheeran gained massive momentum in 2011 after releasing his single “The A Team.” Regularly producing best-selling albums, he’s also a recipient of four Grammy Awards. His songwriting skills are second to none. Spotify named him the second most-streamed artist of the decade. 

Sheeran performed as a street performer in London before earning big bucks. His ‘Divide’ tour alone, which spanned over two years, raked in $780 million. The hitmaker talks about working with Beyoncé and gushes about his daughter in an interview with Ellen in December 2021. 

Catherine Zeta-Jones ( Wales) – $150 Million

This dark-haired beauty made her mark on our screens when she took on the role of Elena in “The Mask of Zorro” in 1998. She has consistently shown versatility after turning into such a big hit by playing a vengeful pregnant lady in “Traffic” and a singing murderous felon in “Chicago.”

Jones is considered one part of Hollywood’s power couple with American actor Michael Douglas since they married in 2000. The successful duo shares two children and even the same birthday! The critically acclaimed star appeared in the Fox series as Dr. Vivian Capshaw for “Prodigal Son,” which premiered in May 2021.

Adele (London) – $220 Million

Adele is a music sensation, selling over 120 million records worldwide, making her one of the best-selling artists. Not bad for someone who’s released four studio albums. She produces chart-topping songs like “Make You Feel My Love” and “Hello,” helping the singer collect an impressive 15 Grammy Awards.

Fans are excited to hear the powerful ballad songstress released her fourth album, “30,” after a six-year hiatus in 2021. She’s known to write music through her own life and love experiences. After her split from Simon Konecki in 2019, Adele met sports agent Rich Paul and the two became official in September 2021. 

Judi Dench (York) – $45 Million

Dame Judi Dench is often in high demand. She has starred in numerous box office hits like the James Bond franchise, “Shakespeare in Love,” and “Mrs. Brown.” The actress has scooped up many honors throughout her six-decade-long career, including an Academy Award and two Golden Globes.

This gifted veteran is considered one of England’s most outstanding performers. Who would’ve known in 1939 that she debuted as a snail on stage wearing a costume her dad made? In January 2022, Dench starred in the comedy-drama film “Belfast,” where she plays Jamie Dornan’s mum.

Daniel Day-Lewis (London) – $50 Million

When Daniel Day-Lewis is involved in the lineup for a film, you can guess it would go down well with critics. Being the son of a poet, Laureate Cecil Day-Lewis, and actress Jill Balcon, his training came early. Many of his fellow peers regard him as one of the strongest method actors.

He has collected an Academy Award for each of his performances in “My Left Foot,” ” There Will Be Blood,” and “Lincoln.” Lewis is currently the first and only person to have three wins in the Best Actor category. He announced his retirement from the industry in 2017 and picked up a hobby in shoe-making in Florence, Italy.

Daniel Craig (Chester) – $160 Million

Daniel Craig reached international fame in 2006 when he took on the role of James Bond for five installments. He is a classically trained actor, but his action movies made him successful. The star gained a Golden Globe Award in 2019 for his performance in “Knives Out” with Jamie Lee. 

Interestingly, Craig was born six years after the “James Bond” franchise began. However, he is the longest-running out of seven to portray the character. The British thespian announced his retirement from the adrenaline-fuelled series after featuring in “No Time To Die,” released in September 2021.

Keira Knightley (Teddington) – $80 Million

When she was young, Keira Knightley’s mother introduced her to theatre and ballet, igniting her passion for life on the screen and stage. She’s starred in independent and blockbuster movies like the fantasy series “Pirates of the Caribbean” and “Bend it Like Beckham.” However, she’s widely known for her roles in period dramas like “Pride and Prejudice.” 

This English star almost missed her audition for “Pirates of the Caribbean” due to traffic. They added her to the ‘end of the day’ list, and her performance bagged her the role. Knightley starred in the comedy/horror film “Silent Night” in December 2021.

Hugh Grant (London) – $150 Million

Hugh Grant gained several fans for his charming and endearing characters. He’s best known for playing the lead role in romantic films like “Notting Hill” and the classic hit “Love Actually.” However, his performance in “Four Weddings and A Funeral” won him critical acclaim.

During the height of his “Notting Hill” fame, he often endured crippling stage fright. Although he has managed to handle it over the years, Grant used to call them the ‘yips.’ He starred alongside Jason Statham and portrayed a villain in the spy motion picture, “Operation Fortune: Ruse De Guerre,” released in March 2022.

Daniel Radcliffe (London) – $110 Million

Harry Potter fans will recognize this actor instantly! Daniel Radcliffe achieved international success for playing the young wizard in the popular eight-part franchise. To put it into perspective, “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows II” was the highest-grossing of them all, generating over $1.34 billion in revenue.

Radcliffe’s parents almost didn’t let him sign one of the most significant contracts of his career. Saying it was too big of a commitment. However, the author of the fantasy novel turned film, J.K. Rowling, was adamant he was the one to portray the character. He starred alongside Sandra Bullock in the comedy picture “The Lost City,” released in April 2022.

Kate Winslet (Reading) – $65 Million

This Oscar-winning actress has consistently shown her incredible talent in the game with her numerous box office hits. Her unforgettable performance in “Titanic” with Leonardo DiCaprio made her an international star overnight. When Kate Winslet chooses movie roles, she tends to go for the headstrong female characters. 

The classic romantic disaster film changed her life and sparked a lifelong friendship with DiCaprio. These guys have been close ever since; even her kids call him ‘Uncle Leo.’ Winslet appeared on our smaller screens and starred in the series “Mare of Easttown,” released in April 2021.

Sir Anthony Hopkins (Margam) – $160 Million

Sir Anthony Hopkins made his mark in Hollywood for his frightening performance as a flesh-eating serial killer in “Silence of the Lambs,” winning him an Academy Award. Among his collection of accolades, this star was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II for his services to the arts in 1993.

Hopkin’s character, ‘Hannibal Lector,’ was on screen for 24.52 minutes in the movie. It was still enough for the American Film Institute to place him in the top spot of ‘100 years of The Greatest Screen Heroes and Villains.’ He starred in the crime film “The Virtuoso,” released in April 2021.

Sacha Baron Cohen ( London) – $160 Million

Sacha Baron Cohen is known for playing numerous goofy characters throughout his career. His incredible gift for adopting a variety of accents and disguises like Ali G, Borat, and Brüno became popular with many viewers. The outlandish behavior he got up to during his movies hit the headlines too. One is the controversial kidnapping of Pamela Anderson in the Borat movie. 

The funnyman opts for more serious roles after his personas have become too familiar. He even worked with the esteemed director Martin Scorsese for “Hugo.” Cohen lent his voice to the animation picture “Luca,” released in June 2021. 

Maura Higgins (Ireland) – $3 Million

Maura Higgins is best known for speaking her mind and beauty when she appeared on “Love Island” dating show in 2019. Since then, the rising star has used her fame to her advantage. Securing several big brand deals with clothing range, Boohoo, and lingerie designer, Ann Summers totaling over $1.2 million. 

Her charming and honest personality has bagged her presenting work too. Occasionally on the British breakfast show, “This Morning,” as an ‘agony aunt.’ Higgins became the host of the glam competition show “Glow Up: Ireland,” which premiered in September 2021. 

 Dani Dyer (London) – $2 Million

Dani Dyer is the daughter of Danny Dyer, who portrays tough characters in films like “The Football Factory” and “The Business.” However, her claim to fame is a little different. She appeared on our screens as a lovable “Love Island” contestant in 2018 and won the show with Jack Fincham. The two have split since then. 

During her popularity, she’s done television adverts, released a clothing range with In The Style, and became an author with “What Would Dani Do?.” She signed a deal in April 2022 with the BBC to become an ambassador for Tiny Happy People.

 Charlotte Crosby (Sunderland) – $3 Million

Charlotte Crosby is best known for her partying antics on the reality show “Geordie Shore.” Since leaving the show in June 2016, she has stayed firmly in the limelight with other television work like “Celebrity Big Brother,” “Celebs Go Dating,” and hosting her series, “The Charlotte Show.”

This hardworking lady does not stop there. She signed with In The Style, Mark Hill Hair, and Bondi Sands. Crosby managed to find love in businessman Jake Ankers; the two started dating in late 2021. Congratulations are in order after they announced their pregnancy in April 2022. 

 Megan McKenna (London) – $3 Million

Megan Mckenna was known to have a fiery personality during her stint on the reality shows “Ex On The Beach” and “The Only Way Is Essex.” Her tumultuous relationship with fellow cast member Pete Wicks was regularly in the tabloids. After deciding to leave Wicks and the Essex show behind in 2017, she pursued her music career further. 

The singer filmed a fly-on-the-wall series, documenting her journey to break into the country music scene in Nashville, Tennessee. Her debut album “Story of Me” came in at number four on the UK Country Chart. Mckenna proves she can cook, too, becoming a finalist on “Celebrity Masterchef” in 2021.

Vicky Pattison (Newcastle upon Tyne) – $2 Million

Vicky Pattison is another reality star on our list from the show “Geordie Shore.” She has managed to grace the covers of magazines for her looks and bagged television hosting jobs. After winning the, “I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here” in 2015, the fan-favorite became a panelist on “Loose Women” for nine months. 

Pattison tested her limitations in 2021 when she competed in the “Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins.” However, she voluntarily withdrew after finding it difficult. She signed a deal with the lingerie brand Pour Moi in October 2021, which promotes body positivity. 

Liam Payne (Wolverhampton) – $60 Million

British heartthrob Liam Payne first appeared on our screens in 2008 when he auditioned for “The X Factor,” but unfortunately, he did not make the cut. He came back more determined two years later and met four other contestants to form the band, One Direction. They became one of the biggest selling boybands of all time. 

Payne signed a deal with Republic Records and launched a solo career shortly after splitting in 2016. In 2015, the singer had a romance with Cheryl Cole, a judge on the show, whom he shares a child with. He released the song Sunshine in August 2021 for the motion picture “Ron’s Gone Wrong.”

Emma Bunton (London) – $30 Million

Singer Emma Bunton is well known for being part of the iconic band Spice Girls, where she conned the nickname Baby Spice. The popular group rose to prominence during the ’90s and sold over 100 million records worldwide. They’re considered one of the biggest selling girl bands of all time. 

Bunton appeared on our televisions for several shows like “Absolutely Fabulous” and competed in “Dancing on Ice.” The pop star first met Jade Jones in 1998, and the pair dated on and off over the years until they finally tied the knot in July 2021. They finally got their happily ever after and have two beautiful children. 

Lily Allen (London) – $4 Million

Some people could say singer Lily Allen was destined for stardom. Her parents are actor Keith Allen and film producer Alison Owen. She rose to fame in 2005 after she self-released music on the public platform, Myspace. Regal Recordings immediately signed a deal with her. 

Allen’s hit song “Smile” peaked at number one on the UK singles chart in 2006 and has since collected nominations for Grammy Awards and Brit Awards. It turns out her teacher at school heard her sing and told her to do something with her talent. The popstar can act too; she debuted on the West End show “2:22,” released in August 2021. 

Victoria Beckham (Essex) – $450 Million

Victoria has thrived since she joined the band Spice Girls as the style icon Posh Spice during the ’90s. After they disbanded in December 2000, she released a solo career. Her contribution to the style industry and entrepreneurship made the singer so successful.

The businesswoman launched her self-titled modern design label in 2008, which stars Eva Longoria and Gwyneth Paltrow have been seen wearing. Beckham received an honorary OBE in 2017 for her services to fashion. The fashionista had an article in Vogue in March 2022 displaying her Fall Collection. 

Tom Hiddleston (London) – $25 Million

Marvel fans will recognize this actor instantly. Before Tom Hiddleston became an international star as the character Loki from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, he started on our small screens. Landing roles on “Nicholas Nickelby” for ITV and “Conspiracy” for the BBC.

Although they are rivals in the film, it’s a different story in real life. The English actor stated his favorite part of being in the superhero franchise is spending time with his co-star, Chris Hemsworth. Disney Plus released a “Loki” series in June 2021, where Hiddleston plays the leading role. 

J.K. Rowling (Gloucestershire) – $1 Billion

When author J.K. Rowling published her first “Harry Potter” book in 1997, she might not have known how successful it would be. Guinness World Record confirmed that she is the first billion-dollar writer and is one of five self-made female billionaires. Her hard work has certainly paid off! 

It’s speculated the book-turned-film franchise has made her $700 million alone in box office revenue. Rowling is a philanthropist too. She co-founded the charity Lumos, which supports at-risk women and children. The businesswoman released the children’s novel, “The Christmas Pig,” in October 2021. 

Roger Federer (Switzerland) – $550 Million

Roger Federer’s love for tennis started at a young age and has since become one of the most well-known faces in the sport. Many critics consider him one of the best players in the world. After all, he is the only male competitor to win five consecutive titles at Grand Slam events. 

He earns money from the courts, and his reputation also makes him profitable. Federer signed an incredibly iconic $300 million ten-year deal with the clothing brand Uniqlo in 2018. The athlete took a year-long hiatus to recover from his third knee surgery in July 2021. 

Elton John (Middlesex) – $500 Million

Elton John has had a fruitful career in music as a pianist, songwriter, and singer. He has consistently turned out hits since the mid-’60s. With popular songs like ‘Rocket Man’ and ‘Tiny Dancer,’ he has become one of the most prominent artists of all time, selling over 300 million records worldwide. 

John’s hardly seen without his funky sunglasses, which stemmed as a tribute to rock and roll star Buddy Holly. Over the years, the stylish singer has had to keep wearing them to help his eyesight. Why not make them stand out? He partnered up with Dua Lipa for the song ‘Cold Heart’ in 2021. 

Gordon Ramsay (Scotland) – $220 Million

Gordon Ramsay is known for explosively critiquing amateur chefs on the television shows “Hells Kitchen” and “Kitchen Nightmares.” He does have the qualifications to back it up. His restaurants have been awarded 16 Michelin stars and currently hold seven. He was only beaten by Alain Ducasse and Joël Robuchon to the top spot. 

The restauranteur’s passion was initially soccer. He secured a trial with the Rangers at a young age but had to end training due to a knee injury. Ramsay premiered a new cooking competition series on the Fox network called “Next Level Chef” in January 2022.

Rory McIlroy (Belfast) – $170 Million

Ireland’s Rory Mcllroy has dominated the golf world, winning four major championships like the PGA and U.S. Opens. Along with fellow player Tiger Woods, he’s considered one of the best golfers of his era. By 2012, the Irish sportsman became the youngest to reach $10 million in earnings from the PGA tour. 

With Mcllroy’s success, it’s no wonder big brands like Nike are interested in endorsing the athlete. In 2017, they entered a 10-year contract for $200 million. He celebrated a victory at the Wells Fargo Championship in North Carolina in May 2021. 

Calvin Harris (Scotland) – $300 Million

At a young age, Calvin Harris knew he wanted to pursue a life with music. He worked in a local fish factory to put money toward DJ equipment while self-promoting his electronic tunes on Myspace. Putting out consistent hits like “I’m Not Alone” and “One Kiss” with Dua Lipa, he has collected 18 Brit Award nominations.

The musically talented guy became the world’s wealthiest DJ as of 2021. The star’s $300 million fortune is from his around-the-world tours and a $100 million deal he signed with Vine Alternative Investments in October 2020. He released the song “By Your Side” with Tom Grennan in June 2021. 

Kelly Osbourne (London) – $16 Million

Due to the show “The Osbournes,” Kelly Osbourne gained fame as a reality star from 2002 to 2005. The series focused on her dad, Ozzy Osbourne, a rock icon who was the lead vocalist of Black Sabbath, and her mom, Sharon Osbourne. The gig served as a stepping stone to building her brand as a fashion model, singer, and host. 

The singer collaborated with her father on the song ‘Changes’ in 2003, where the duet reached the number one spot on the UK charts. She also hosted “Australia’s Got Talent” and “Project Runway Junior” since 2015. Jada Pinkett Smith interviewed Kelly for a “Red Table Talk” episode in June 2021. 

Conor McGregor (Dublin) – $200 Million

Conor McGregor has worked hard to build up his $200 million fortune. He’s known as one of the most dominant figures in professional MMA. His lavish lifestyle and strict fitness regime are far from his humble beginnings as a plumber in Dublin, Ireland. 

The athlete earns big money for each fight he participates in, like the nine-figure payout for the Floyd Mayweather match in 2017. Along with selling a significant stake of his whiskey brand Proper No. Twelve to Proximo Spirits for $600 million in April 2021. In June 2021, the UFC champion sponsored the Irish team in the IMMAF Youth MMA World Championships.

Lewis Hamilton (Hertfordshire) – $285 Million

Lewis Hamilton is regarded as one of the best Formula One racers today. You can see from the $285 million wealth he acquired from his winnings and a $50 million two-year endorsement from Mercedes. He got the attention of fashion designer Tommy Hilfiger and launched the TOMMYXLEWIS clothing line in 2018. 

He became the youngest to win the Formula One World Championship in 2008. The motorist partners up with George Russell for the 2022 season. Though, Hamilton was not impressed when he came 13th in the Emelia-Romagna Grand Prix in April 2022.