Founded in 1998 with five members – Shane Filan, Mark Feehily, Kian Egan, Nicky Byrne and Brian McFadden – Westlife made waves from the get-go with its debut single, 1999’s “Swear It Again”.
The group has sold more than 50 million albums worldwide, according to Celebrity Net Worth, helping all but one of them cement multimillion-dollar fortunes as they enter their 40s.
So what else have they been up to since finding fame with the group – and who is the richest of them all?
Who’s the richest member of Westlife? Net worths, ranked
NSync
NSync was one of the biggest boy band acts in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Although the band was short-lived, the members’ years in the limelight were marked by unprecedented fame and success. NSync completed five US tours and sold over 70 million copies, becoming the fifth-best-selling boy band in history, according to IMDB.
STYLE has compiled a countdown of the five members according to their millions, as estimated by Celebrity Net Worth.
Who is the richest NSync member? The former bandmates’ net worths, ranked
Backstreet Boys
Comprising five members – Nick Carter, Kevin Richardson, AJ McLean, Brian Littrell and Howie Dorough – the group, which was formed in Orlando, Florida in 1993, evokes the very essence of nostalgia for many long-time fans.
Together, the Backstreet Boys are worth US$200 million – but who’s the richest, according to Celebrity Net Worth estimations? Have a look at the list STYLE has put together.
Who’s the richest Backstreet Boy? The band’s net worths, ranked
The Beatles
Formed in 1960, The Beatles altered the course of musical history by experimenting with different genres and instruments, and inspiring some of the biggest bands of future generations – from Nirvana to The Beach Boys and Oasis.
Active for only 10 years until 1970, the group’s music is still worshipped by millions, making them the world’s bestselling music band with over 600 million units sold worldwide, also according to Metal Castle.
As a result, each of the “Fab Four” – Paul McCartney, John Lennon, Ringo Starr and George Harrison – also became wealthy beyond their wildest dreams. But who made the most? STYLE took a deep dive into each member’s wealth …
Who is the richest Beatle? John, Paul, George and Ringo’s net worths, ranked
NCT 127
South-Korean boy group NCT 127 dominated the charts once again on September 16, with the release of its fourth studio album 2 Baddies.
Comprising 10 members – Haechan, Mark, Win Win, Taeil, Johnny, Doyoung, Yuta, Taeyong, Jaehyun and Jungwoo – NCT’s debut has made the boys millions through music, and in some cases, acting. The group also made its US debut with Jimmy Kimmel Live!
STYLE looked at all 10 members of NCT 127 – let’s find out who’s the richest member.
Who is the richest NCT 127 member? Net worths, ranked
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