10 Shockingly Rich Young Celebrities


Daniel Radcliffe:
The Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe certainly makes his place on the richest young celebs list. With a net worth of $80 million, he is one of the richest young men in Britain. Radcliffe, 23, made his acting debut when he was 10 years old in BBC One's 1999 television movie David Copperfield, followed by his film debut in 2001's The Tailor of Panama. At 11 he was cast as the title character in the first Harry Potter film. Radcliffe has contributed to many charities too, including Demelza House Children's Hospice and The Trevor Project. He was given the Trevor Project's "Hero Award" in 2011.

Taylor Swift:
Next on the list is Taylor Swift, 23, who has made $57 million in 2012 thanks to record sales, touring and endorsements. The American singer-songwriter started off with the eponymous debut album in 2006 that established her as a country music star. "Our Song", her third single, made Swift the youngest person to single-handedly write and perform a number one song on the country chart. She has won many accolades including seven Grammy Awards, eleven American Music Awards, seven Country Music Association Awards and six Academy of Country Music Awards. She has sold over 26 million albums and 75 million digital downloads globally. Swift is involved in philanthropic activities too and supports arts education, children's literacy, natural disaster relief, LGBT anti-discrimination efforts, and charities for sick children.

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