Britain's Richest Musicians: Here are the 13 most wealthy musicians in the UK and their net worth - including Sir Rod Stewart
Published every year, the special Rich List edition of The Sunday Times Magazine reveals the wealth of the 250 richest people in Britain.
There were a record 177 billionaires in the UK in 2022, up six from 2021. The combined wealth of the UK billionaires is £653.122 billion, up £55.853 billion – 9.4 per cent – on the total wealth of the billionaires in the 2021 Rich List. Overall, the richest 250 in the UK this year are worth £710.723 billion, compared to £658.089 billion in 2021, an 8 per cent rise on 2021.
And music has continued to be a profitable business in the latter stages of the pandemic, with only one of the top 13 musicians seeing their fortune shrink.
The rest have seen their net worth soar by as much as £100 million over the last 12 months, with two maintaining their wealth.
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And music has continued to be a profitable business in the latter stages of the pandemic, with only one of the top 13 musicians seeing their fortune shrink.
5. Sting
Sting may not have been riding high in the singles charts of late but it's not impacted his position on the Rich List. The former Police frontman is worth £320 million - an increase of an amazing £100 million in just a year. Photo: Kevin Winter
6. Sir Mick Jagger
Probably the biggest live act in the world, The Rolling Stones are this year playing shows to celebrate a remarkable 60 years of touring. This work ethic certainly hasn't harmed lead singer Sir Mick Jagger's bank balance, which this year hit £318 million - an increase of £8 million. Photo: Ethan Miller
7. Keith Richards
Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards may not have a knighthood - but he's not far behind his lead singer when it comes to the thickness of his wallet. He's also seen his fortune increase by £8 million this year, to a total of £303 million. Photo: Jamie McCarthy
8. Olivia Harrison and Dhani Harrison
The widow and only child of George Harrison, Olivia and Dhani Harrison are the least famous people on this list but are still worth £295 million - up £5 million on 2021. As well as managing the fortune left to them by the former Beatle, Dhani is a recording artist in his own right, while Olivia is a successful author and film producer. Photo: Ethan Miller