Since Towie first debut in 2010, viewers have been keen to find out how the stars make their fortune
The Only Way Is Essex is back on our tellys with a fresh series, giving fans a juicy peek into the drama-filled lives of its star-studded cast.
Since its debut in 2010, viewers have been smitten with a host of cast members, from Joey Essex to Sam Faiers and the legendary Gemma Collins.
But while their charisma and larger-than-life personalities are captivating, fans are often curious about their on-screen success and how they maintain their lavish lifestyles.
Let's delve into the fortunes of five of TOWIE's biggest stars from Mark Wright and Gemma Collins to Samantha Faiers, her ex Joey Essex and current cast member Amy Childs.
Mark Wright - £15m
When it comes to raking in the cash, former TOWIE star Mark Wright is in a league of his own, boasting an estimated fortune of over £15million!
While he pocketed a tidy sum for his time on the show, a hefty portion of his wealth actually comes from other ventures as a presenter, footballer and property developer. He's also been at the helm of several businesses, including his Train Wright fitness website and the Mesa Active gym wear collection, which he runs with his celeb wife Michelle Keegan.
Together, they co-own a stunning £3.5million family home, recently transformed into a multi-million pound mega mansion.
Samantha Faiers - £9m
As an original cast member of TOWIE, Sam Faiers quickly became a fan favourite and continued to amass both followers and fortune well after her departure from the show in 2014. In fact, Sam had already joined the ranks of multi-millionaires before she hit 30, with the bulk of her wealth coming from a slew of TV appearances and brand collaborations.
Sam has also dipped her toes into the fashion world, launching clothing collections with River Island, Quiz and Very, as well as her own line of home decor, fragrances, baby clothes and even her own fashion brand.
When she's not busy launching new business ventures, Sam has proven her mettle as a writer, with her series of books raking in over £750,000.
Joey Essex - £8m
Joey Essex has been in the public eye for more than ten years, first rising to fame in 2011 as a supporting character in the second season of TOWIE.
His charisma quickly endeared him to viewers, leading to his promotion to the main cast where he remained a beloved figure until he left two years later.
After TOWIE, Joey kept his star shining with stints on various reality shows including Splash!, Celebs Go Dating and both the Aussie and UK versions of I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! as well as Love Island.
Not just satisfied with being a participant, Joey also tried his hand at hosting, fronting two documentary series, Educating Joey Essex in 2014 and Joey Essex: Grief and Me in 2021.
Aside from his telly gigs, Joey Essex has also flexed his business muscles by launching his own hair care range, Joey Essex: D'Reem Hair. He's also pocketed some pretty penny from brand partnerships with big names like Three mobile network, Jaffa Cakes, McDonald's and Volvic.
Plus, as a social media sensation with a whopping 1.8 million followers, it's rumoured that Joey can rake in between £10,000 and £15,000 per sponsored post. All things considered, he's estimated to be sitting on a cool £8 million fortune.
Gemma Collins - £7m
The GC herself, Gemma Collins, is thought to be worth anywhere from £2.7 million to a staggering £7 million, largely thanks to her countless brand collaborations.
She's carved out her own fashion empire, launching a plus-size clothing line back in 2012 and later joining forces with Boohoo in 2017 for an exclusive collection.
On top of this, Gemma has previously teamed up with InTheStyle and New Look, launched her own perfume Diva Pink, and even rolled out a range of health and beauty products including lippy, faux lashes and even hand sanitisers!
And let's not forget, since waving goodbye to TOWIE in 2019, Gemma has been a regular face on our screens, popping up on a host of reality shows including Celebrity Big Brother, Celebs Go Dating, Celebrity MasterChef, The Great Stand Up to Cancer Bake Off and Dancing on Ice.
Amy Childs - £5m
Amy Childs, another original member of the TOWIE gang, is best known for bringing the 'vajazzle' trend to the UK during her time on the show.
With her unique charm and style, Amy quickly became a fan favourite, racking up an estimated fortune of around £5million in the wake of her TV success.
A large portion of Amy's wealth comes from savvy partnerships in the fashion and beauty industry, with the profits wisely funnelled into a sizeable property portfolio. She's snapped up significant chunks of Brentwood, Essex, ensuring a solid investment.
On top of her property ventures, Amy also made a tidy sum from the sales of her fitness DVD, Fit in 30 Days, and from her beauty salon, which unfortunately closed its doors in 2021.
