7 Years After Break-up, Here's the Richest Member of One Direction

As much as we might wish for our favourite projects to endure, it is an unrealistic expectation.

One Direction, one of history's most renowned boy bands, is no exception.

Established in 2010 to compete on The X Factor, the group swiftly rose to fame. Although Zayn Malik, Harry Styles, Niall Horan, Liam Payne, and Louis Tomlinson initially auditioned as solo artists, the show's producers assembled them into a powerhouse boy band that would rival the likes of the Beatles and Backstreet Boys in popularity.

Despite placing third in the singing competition, One Direction captured the hearts of millions. Throughout their time together, they released multiple albums and numerous singles, some of which achieved gold and platinum status, including What Makes You Beautiful and Steal My Girl.

In 2013, their third album set a world record as the year's best-selling album.

However, in 2015, Zayn Malik left the band to take a break and pursue a solo career. One Direction released one more album without him before deciding to go on a hiatus. Since then, all the members have been releasing music as solo acts.

While some have enjoyed greater success than others, each has made a significant impact. According to Celebrity Net Worth, here's a ranking of One Direction members based on their net worth:

5. Louis Tomlinson

Louis has released two solo albums, Walls (2020) and Faith in the Future (2022), and has collaborated with various artists over the years. His estimated net worth stands at $70 million.

4. Liam Payne

Liam gained immediate recognition with Strip That Down, a single from his LP1 solo album. He has also participated in several collaborations since the band's been on hiatus and reportedly has a net worth of $70 million.

3. Niall Horan

Niall recently became a coach on the new season of The Voice and is working on his third solo album. His net worth is also estimated at $70 million.

2. Zayn Malik

Zayn, the first One Direction member to turn a page on the band, has enjoyed a successful solo career yet ranks second on our list with an estimated net worth of $75 million.

1. Harry Styles

Harry has become one of the most recognisable celebrities globally. He has found success with three solo albums, numerous singles, and starring roles in several Hollywood films, earning him an estimated net worth of $120 million.

These numbers suggest that the former and present One Direction members are all individually talented. Most intriguing, however, is the fact that the band never officially called it quits. Just imagine the combined greatness that One Direction could put out if they were to reunite and collaborate once again!