Every year, the Sunday Times releases its much-anticipated 40 Under 40 Rich List, highlighting the UK’s most successful young talents across music, sport, entertainment, and business.
This year, the list features some big names and rising stars who have made impressive fortunes before hitting 40.
Dua Lipa Stands Out as Youngest Star on the List
Pop sensation Dua Lipa, just 29 years old, is the youngest person to make the cut this year.
With a net worth estimated at £115 million, she ranks 34th on the list.
Dua has made waves not only with her catchy hits like Dance The Night but also by winning multiple Brit Awards and three Grammys.
Last year, she released her third album, Radical Optimism, and headlined Glastonbury Festival on the coveted Friday evening slot, cementing her status as a major force in music.
Ed Sheeran Tops the Musicians and Closes in on Reality Star Wealth
While Dua Lipa shines as the youngest, Ed Sheeran, 34, remains the richest musician on the 40 Under 40 list.
He sits at 13th place with an eye-popping £370 million fortune, which is up by £30 million since last year.
Interestingly, he is just behind reality TV star Georgia Toffolo, who, along with her husband and BrewDog co-founder James Watt, shares a combined wealth of £425 million, placing them 12th on the list.
Harry Styles and Adele Continue to Impress with Huge Fortunes
Singer Harry Styles comes in 22nd with £225 million—an increase of around £50 million since last year.
The former One Direction star has enjoyed a smashing solo career with hits like As It Was and Watermelon Sugar.
Adele, the soulful voice behind Someone Like You, ranks 26th with an estimated wealth of £170 million, holding steady compared to last year.
Actors and Athletes Also Make Their Mark
The list isn’t just about musicians. Actor Daniel Radcliffe, best known as Harry Potter, shares the 38th spot with a fortune estimated at £100 million.
England football captain Harry Kane matches this figure, despite being valued slightly less last year.
Tennis legend Sir Andy Murray is also featured with a net worth of £110 million, showing that British athletes are making serious money too.
Billionaire Entrepreneurs Lead the Pack
At the very top of the Sunday Times Rich List is Dmitry Bukhman, a Russian-born Israeli entrepreneur who recently became a British citizen.
His fortune, built through co-founding the gaming giant Playrix, stands at an astonishing £12.54 billion.
Just behind him is Hugh Grosvenor, the Duke of Westminster, with £9.88 billion.
The Duke, known as Prince George’s godfather, inherited his wealth and vast property holdings at just 25 years old, though his fortune is slightly less than last year’s estimate.
How Many Made It on Their Own?
One of the most inspiring aspects of this list is how many young stars have built their fortunes independently.
The Sunday Times points out that nearly all of the people featured earned their wealth through their own efforts.
In fact, a third didn’t attend university, and at least 11 of these wealthy individuals were born outside the UK.
This shows just how much Britain continues to attract ambitious talent from around the world.
What the Rich List Tells Us About Success Today
Robert Watts, who compiles the list, says it’s fascinating to see the diversity of success stories—from tech entrepreneurs and fashion icons to sports stars and entertainers.
Many of those on the 40 Under 40 list started with little formal education but leveraged their talent and determination to achieve remarkable success.
It will be exciting to watch how these young stars grow their fortunes and influence in the coming years.
What the Sunday Times Rich List Includes and Excludes
The 2025 Sunday Times Rich List ranks the 350 wealthiest people and families in the UK based on identifiable assets like land, property, shares, art, and even racehorses.
However, it doesn’t include bank account balances, since those are private.
The 40 Under 40 list specifically focuses on those aged 40 or younger as of May 1, 2025, giving us a snapshot of the future leaders in wealth and influence.