These Irish women have made their money through acting, fashion, content creation, and more.

There are a number of impressive Irish women under 40 who have self-made their fortunes, and we’re going to take a look at the top ten.
From Ireland’s most famous actors to an array of content creators, let’s take a look at the ten richest Irish women under 40.
10. Saoirse Ronan – one of Ireland’s most famous actors

One of the most famous female celebrities is Saoirse Ronan, so it comes as no surprise that she is one of the richest Irish women under 40!
With four Oscar nominations under her belt, Ronan has been on the acting scene since she was just a little girl. Her first Oscar nomination came for her role in Atonement when she was only 13 years old.
Ronan has a net worth of around €8.2 million at just 29 years old, securing her spot on our list.
9. Maura Higgins – the most famous Irish Love Island contestant
Known for being one of the most memorable characters of all time on the hit British reality show Love Island, Maura Higgins is currently estimated to have a net worth of around $2.5 million at just 33 years old.
She is one of the most successful Love Island contestants of all time, having signed two brand deals upon leaving the house.
She has remained in the public eye since her time on Love Island and has collaborated with the likes of Beauty Works, Boohoo, Ann Summers, and more.
8. Vogue Williams – one of the biggest Irish names in podcasting

Boasting a current net worth of around €2.3 million, Vogue Williams is probably one of the most famous Irish people right now in 2024.
She co-hosts the incredibly successful My Therapist Ghosted Me podcast alongside Joanne McNally, Spencer & Vogue with husband Spencer Matthews, and two E4 shows about her life and family. Vogue Williams has done a lot to become one of the richest Irish women under 40.
7. Laura Whitmore – in the public eye for years

Bray native Laura Whitmore is said to have a whopping net worth of somewhere between €12 and €15 million.
Now 38 years old, Whitmore has been in the public eye for years. In 2008, she became the presenter of MTV News.
In 2011, she set up her limited company, Yer Wan, which pursues a range of TV production activities. Since then, she has appeared on Strictly Come Dancing and has presented several series of the aforementioned Love Island.
6. Katie Taylor – one of Ireland’s leading athletes
One of Ireland’s most beloved sports stars, Katie Taylor is said to have an estimated net worth of around €3.5 million.
This net worth comes from a number of different avenues, including professional fights, sponsorships, and personal investments.
Named RTÉ Sportsperson of the Year three times, Katie Taylor is a gem in Ireland’s crown, loved and adored by fans all over the world.
5. Pippa O’Connor – creator of some of Ireland’s leading clothing brands

Pippa O’Connor is an Irish model responsible for one of Ireland’s leading lifestyle blogs – pippa.ie. She is also the founder of two of Ireland’s leading clothing brands, POCO by Pippa and Pippa Collection.
According to sources online, Pippa O’Connor has an estimated net worth of €1.2 million, making her one of the richest Irish women under 40.
4. Keilidh Cashell – one of Ireland’s biggest content creators
Keilidh Cashell rose to prominence through social media as a make-up artist and now boasts millions of followers across her channels. She is the creator of the internationally popular cosmetics brand Kash Beauty.
The beauty influencer is just 24 years old, and according to several online sources, she has an estimated net worth somewhere in the millions.
Keilidh is one young Irish entrepreneur who is setting an incredible example for other young women wanting to do the same.
3. Suzanne Jackson – the brains behind one of Ireland’s leading fashion brands

Suzanne Jackson is an Irish TV presenter and award-winning blogger who is the brains behind one of Ireland’s leading fashion, beauty, and lifestyle blogs – SoSueMe. 2018 also saw her launch a tan brand called Dripping Gold.
In 2020, her company, Cohar Ltd, reported profits of €2.12 million. In July 2022, she decided to step down as CEO of her beauty brands.
2. Nicola Coughlan – our wee Derry Girl

Beloved Derry Girls actress Nicola Coughlan, who plays “the wee lesbian” Clare in the show, has an estimated net worth of around €2 million.
Since the show’s finale, Coughlan has found the most success in Hollywood out of all the Derry Girls cast, having gone on to star in Bridgerton since 2020 and, most recently, a small role in the legendary Greta Gerwig Barbie film.
1. Evanna Lynch – Luna Lovegood

Evanna Lynch is perhaps most famous for her role as Luna Lovegood in the Harry Potter franchise. In 2024, the Irish actor has an estimated net worth of around €4 million.
The Louth actor is now 32 years old and has undergone a number of ventures since Harry Potter ended, including starring in a revival of Disco Pigs in the Trafalgar Theatre in London and competing on season 27 of Dancing with the Stars.