Birmingham is the home city of a long list of celebrities who were born in and around the city, and have made it big. Several actors and musicians of note were born in Birmingham or near here.
From heavy metal stars, to New Romantics, actors and famous footballers - there are many iconic faces who are known across the globe. The West Midlands also has an often overlooked comedy scene.
Birmingham and the West Midlands has produced a number of brilliant entertainers, incluidng some of the most best loved comics in the country who have gone on to achieve worldwide fame, and new talent gets discovered every year through the Birmingham Comedy Festival.
With this in mind, we’ve taken a look at the eight richest famous comedians who hail from the city and wider region.
5. Adil Ray: Estimated net worth £3.8 million
Adil Ray, creator of Citizen Khan, has an estimated net worth of $5 Million (£3.8 million) according to allfamous birthdays.com | Getty Images
6. Shazia Mirza: Estimated net worth £3.8 million
Comic ace Shazia Mirza, who was born in Brum, has an estimated net worth of ($5 million (£3.8million) according to allfamousbirthdays.com Photo: Martin Twomey
7. Stewart Lee: Estimated net worth £3.8 million
Lee is one of the UK’s most popular comedians and has been for a long time. Born in Shropshire, he grew up in Solihull. He has an estimated net worth of $5 million (£3.8 million) according to allfamousbirthdays.com | Getty Images
8. Joe Lycett: Estimated net worth £1.5 million
The Birmingham-born comedian has a net worth of £1.5 million, as of 2022, according to allfamousbirthday.com | Channel 4