What Is Nicky Byrne’s Net Worth?

Nicky Byrne, an Irish multi-talented artist, boasts a net worth of $20 million. Renowned as a member of Westlife, one of Ireland’s iconic boy bands, he has significantly contributed to the music industry. Westlife, established in 1998, originally paused their journey in 2012 but made a triumphant return in 2018. The band has released 12 studio albums, with several achieving number-one status in Ireland, such as “Westlife” (1999), “Coast to Coast” (2000), and “Spectrum” (2019). Their chart-topping singles include hits like “Swear It Again” and “My Love.” Before his rise to pop fame, Byrne had a career as a professional footballer, playing for teams like Leeds United and St. Francis, and even represented the Republic of Ireland internationally. Beyond music, he has carved out a successful career in radio and television, participated in “Strictly Come Dancing” in 2012, and represented Ireland in the 2016 Eurovision Song Contest. In 2014, he was recognized as the second most attractive man in Ireland by RSVP Magazine.

Early Life

Born Nicholas Bernard James Adam McGarry Byrne Jr. in Dublin, Ireland, on October 9, 1978, Nicky was raised by his parents, Nicholas and Yvonne Byrne, alongside his two siblings. Sadly, his father passed away in 2009. Byrne’s education included attending Pobalscoil Neasáin for his secondary studies.

Byrne’s football journey began with Dublin clubs St. Kevin’s Boys and Home Farm. His professional career kicked off as a goalkeeper for Leeds United in 1995, where he played a part in their 1997 FA Youth Cup victory. After two years, he left Leeds following the expiration of his contract in 1997. His subsequent football endeavors included playing for Scarborough, Cambridge United, Shelbourne, Cobh Ramblers, and St. Francis. He also represented Ireland at various youth levels and participated in the 2014 Soccer Aid, emerging victorious.

Music Career

In 1998, Byrne auditioned for a new Irish boy band under the guidance of Boyzone’s manager, Louis Walsh, leading to the formation of Westlife alongside Kian Egan, Shane Filan, Mark Feehily, and Brian McFadden. The group achieved phenomenal success, releasing 12 studio albums and securing 25 top 10 singles in the UK, with 14 reaching number one. They have sold over 55 million records globally. Byrne contributed as a co-writer for many of their songs. After a hiatus in 2012, Westlife reunited in 2018 for their 20th anniversary, releasing “Spectrum” (2019) and “Wild Dreams” (2021). Additionally, Byrne scored a #1 hit with the 2002 Irish FIFA World Cup anthem “Here Come The Good Times (Ireland).” In 2016, he represented Ireland at the Eurovision Song Contest with “Sunlight” but didn’t make it to the final. His solo album “Sunlight” reached #8 in Ireland.

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Television and Radio Career

Nicky Byrne has frequently participated in charity specials like “Comic Relief” and “Children in Need,” even co-hosting the latter from Belfast in 2001 and a BBC Radio 2 special a decade later. He narrated “The Snowman Christmas Special” stage production and the documentary “Picture of You,” dedicated to the late Boyzone member Stephen Gately. Byrne has hosted the Cheerios ChildLine Concert multiple times and presented the “Celebrity Sunday” show on RTÉ 2fm. In 2012, he hosted RTÉ’s “Football’s Next Star” and, the following year, “The Hit.” From 2014 to 2019, he co-hosted a weekday show on RTÉ 2fm, and in 2015, he led the game show “The Million Euro Challenge.” Since 2017, Byrne has been the face of Ireland’s “Dancing with the Stars” and in 2021, he took on hosting duties for “Last Singer Standing.” In 2024, he launched his podcast, “Nicky Byrne HQ.”

Personal Life

On August 5, 2003, Nicky married Georgina Ahern, who he met in secondary school. They wed at the Wicklow Register Office, then on August 9th, they had a church blessing at the Roman Catholic Church of St Pierre et St Paul in France. The couple has welcomed twin sons Rocco and Jay (born 2007) and daughter Gia (born 2013) together. Georgina’ father, Bertie Ahern, served as the Taoiseach (prime minister) of Ireland from 1997 to 2008.  In 2010, Nicky’s family organized the fundraising event the Nikki Byrne Twilight Ball in honor of their late father. The event raised more than €200,000 and funded a heart attack awareness campaign that aired on the radio and on television.

Awards

Byrne has won a Smash Hits Award for Best Haircut (2001), three VIP Style Awards for Most Stylish Man (2009, 2016, and 2022), a PPI Radio Award for Best Newcomer (2014), and Goss.ie Awards for Most Stylish Man (2017) and Best Male TV Presenter (2018 and 2019). Westlife has won more than 90 awards, including 14 Meteor Awards, two Brit Awards, an MTV Europe Award, and a World Music Award. The group also holds several Guinness World Records: Most consecutive No.1 singles in the UK from debut, Most consecutive No.1 singles in the UK (tied with the Beatles), Most public appearances by a pop star/group in 24 hours, Most singles to debut at No.1 in the UK, Longest run of Top 10 singles in the UK (group) (tied with Oasis), Most UK No.1 singles from one album (tied with Jess Glynne), and Most successful male group in the UK.