Liam Gallagher Net Worth

What is Liam Gallagher's Net Worth?

Liam Gallagher is an English musician, singer, and songwriter who has a net worth of $6 million. Liam Gallagher is best known as the frontman of the iconic Britpop band Oasis. With his sneering vocals, swaggering stage presence, and combative persona, Gallagher became one of the most recognizable figures in British music during the 1990s. Oasis burst onto the scene with their debut album "Definitely Maybe" in 1994, a record that quickly became the fastest-selling debut in UK history. Their follow-up, "(What's the Story) Morning Glory?" included anthems like "Wonderwall" and "Don't Look Back in Anger," catapulting the band to global fame.

Despite their success, the group was plagued by internal conflict, particularly between Liam and his brother Noel Gallagher, who wrote most of the band's material. These tensions culminated in the band's breakup in 2009. Liam went on to form Beady Eye with several former Oasis bandmates, releasing two albums before the group disbanded in 2014.

He then launched a successful solo career, beginning with the 2017 release of "As You Were," which debuted at number one in the UK. His next two albums, "Why Me? Why Not." and "C'mon You Know," also topped the charts and reaffirmed his enduring popularity. In 2024, he teamed up with former Stone Roses guitarist John Squire for a collaborative album, showcasing a blend of Britpop and psychedelic rock influences.

Decline of Net Worth

At the peak of his fame, Liam's net worth peaked at a reported $50 million. His fortune was drastically reduced by hard partying, big spending, and several divorces. During his 2015 divorce proceedings, a judge determined that Liam's total net worth at that time was $15 million. The judge ultimately ordered him to pay his ex-wife half of that fortune, presumably leaving Liam with a net worth of $7.5 million.

Why Is Noel Gallagher So Much Richer Than Liam?

Noel and Liam may be equally famous for their contributions to Oasis, but that does not mean their finances are equal. By our estimation, in mid-2024, Noel's net worth was $70 million, while Liam's was $6 million.

The primary reason for the difference is the fact that Noel was the band's primary songwriter, both music and lyrics, and producer. As a result, Noel earns the lion's share of royalties generated by the band's music. He also, therefore, owns arguably the majority of the group's valuable asset, Oasis' publishing rights. Those rights control where and when their songs are used in movies/TV shows/commercials, etc., and would be entitled to the vast majority of income if their catalog rights were ever put up for sale. As a performer of their songs, Liam does earn ongoing "mechanical" royalties whenever Oasis' music is purchased or streamed. Unfortunately, mechanical royalties have become significantly less lucrative in the streaming era. When people bought CDs, an artist could get very rich on mechanical royalties alone. And keep in mind, whatever royalties Liam does get, Noel almost certainly gets a share because he is also a performer, whereas Noel's songwriting/producing royalties are not shared.

To top it all off, by his own admission and court filings, Liam Gallagher has spent a fortune on his lifestyle. In a 2013 interview, Liam admitted that he lived well beyond his means while out on tour. He also spent a ton of money on clothes. He said:

"I don't go on the road to come back with a big pot of money. I go on the road to have a good time, do great gigs, and enjoy being in a band. And that means staying in good hotels and flying business class."

He also had a contentious divorce battle with his ex-wife, Nicole Appleton. Liam and Nicole were married from 2008 to 2014. During their divorce proceedings, Liam revealed that at that point, his net worth was "just" $15 million. He was then ordered to pay Nicole 50% of his assets. It is estimated that the estranged spouses spent more than $1.1 million on legal fees alone.

Early Life

William John Paul Gallagher was born on September 21st, 1972, in Manchester, England. Raised by Irish parents, Liam was abused by his father until his mother divorced her husband and took the children with her. Liam has two brothers, Paul and Noel Gallagher, the latter of whom later became the lead guitarist of Oasis. As young boys, Liam and his brothers often got into trouble. At one point, Liam was expelled from school after getting into a fight.

Initially, Liam exhibited zero interest in music, preferring instead to devote his free time to athletics. However, a serious head injury during a fight completely shifted Gallagher's priorities, and from that point onward, he was dead-set on joining a band. During this time, he began to idolize the Beatles (especially John Lennon), the Kinks, the Who, and many other bands.

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Oasis

After initially collaborating with Paul McGuigan and Paul Arthurs, Liam Gallagher was joined by his older brother Noel in the band that would soon become Oasis. Although the group had a rocky start, they were eventually discovered by an executive at Creation Records and signed to a six-album deal. Their debut album, "Definitely Maybe," was released in 1994 and quickly became the fastest-selling British debut of all time. It has since been widely cited as one of the greatest albums in rock history.

Oasis followed up with "What's the Story) Morning Glory?" which sold even more copies and cemented their status as global rock icons. Featuring hits like "Wonderwall" and "Don't Look Back in Anger," the album became a defining soundtrack of the 1990s. In 1997, they released their third album, "Be Here Now," which was met with strong initial sales—over 8 million worldwide—and generally positive reviews, despite growing internal tensions during the recording process.

By 2000, Liam was the only original founding member still with the band. He and Noel launched their own label, Big Brother Recordings, and began releasing new material independently. Albums like "Heathen Chemistry" and "Don't Believe the Truth" followed, both showcasing a matured sound and renewed creative energy. Their final studio album, "Dig Out Your Soul," was met with critical acclaim. However, the band split in 2009 due to irreconcilable conflicts between the Gallagher brothers, whose long-running feud had become too toxic to sustain the band.

Beady Eye and Solo Work

Following Oasis's breakup, Liam formed Beady Eye with several former bandmates. Their debut album, "Different Gear, Still Speeding," was released in 2011 and received modest praise, with some critics suggesting it outshone the later Oasis catalog. Their second album, "BE," released in 2013, received a more lukewarm reception, and the band officially disbanded in 2014.

Liam launched his solo career in 2017 with the album "As You Were," which was widely praised and marked a strong comeback. Critics lauded the project for its confident vocals and classic rock sound, calling it some of Liam's best work in years. His second solo album, "Why Me? Why Not.," was also a commercial success, though it received more mixed critical reviews. He continued his momentum with the 2022 release of "C'mon You Know," further establishing himself as a solo artist with staying power.

In 2024, Liam collaborated with John Squire of The Stone Roses for a joint album that blended Britpop with psychedelic rock elements. Later that year, to the delight of longtime fans, Liam and Noel announced they would reunite for a worldwide Oasis tour in 2025—their first since the band's breakup 15 years earlier. The announcement marked one of the most anticipated musical reunions in recent history.

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Real Estate

Liam Gallagher has a long history of investing in real estate and has purchased several properties in London over the years. From 1991 to 1996, members of Oasis lived together in a London penthouse in Muswell Hill, London. From 1996 to 1999, Gallagher lived in a Primrose Hill townhouse with his wife, Patsy Kensit. When he married his second wife, Nicole Appleton, he purchased a 2.7-million-pound property in Hampstead Heath, North London. After the divorce, Appleton put the house on the market for 4.5 million pounds.

In 2012, Gallagher purchased an apartment in Manhattan, New York, for $2.5 million. Situated in a building constructed in the 1930s, the recently renovated two-bedroom apartment offers stunning views of Central Park. He made the acquisition on the heels of his new romance with journalist Liz Ghorbani, who later gave birth to his child. In 2014, Gallagher listed the property for $4 million.

In 2018, Gallagher left his property in Highgate, London, and put it on the market for 3.25 million pounds. He had previously purchased the property for 2.1 million pounds. Gallagher decided to sell after several altercations with neighbors, whom he described as "prats." In the 90s, Gallagher purchased another property in London that later became famous for raucous parties, earning the nickname "Supernova Heights." That property was eventually sold for 2 million pounds. Since then, this "slice of rock history" has skyrocketed in price, changing hands multiple times and eventually reaching a listing price of over 5 million pounds.

In 2020, it was announced that Liam Gallagher had purchased a London property for just under 4 million pounds. The property is reportedly on "one of London's quietest streets," and it marks the latest acquisition in a long line of homes in England's capital for the Oasis singer. The newly renovated, five-bedroom home in North London is ostensibly intended to be a foundation from which Gallagher can build a lasting relationship with his fiancée, Debbie Gwyther.

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