Barry Keoghan's net worth is estimated at around $4-8 million, with figures varying by source. His earnings come from a run of high-profile film and TV roles, brand ambassadorships with Dior and Burberry, and an upcoming role as Ringo Starr in Sam Mendes's planned Beatles biopics.
Keoghan grew up moving through 13 foster homes in Dublin after his mother, who struggled with addiction, died when he was 12. He went on to earn a BAFTA Award and an Academy Award nomination for The Banshees of Inisherin, and became a household name with his lead role in Saltburn.
Quick Facts
| Born | October 18, 1992, Dublin, Ireland |
| Known For | Saltburn (2023), The Banshees of Inisherin (2022), Dunkirk (2017) |
| Awards | BAFTA Award winner and Academy Award nominee, Best Supporting Actor, for The Banshees of Inisherin |
| Upcoming Role | Ringo Starr in Sam Mendes's Beatles biopics (2028) |
| Family | Son (born August 2022) with ex-partner Alyson Kierans |
| Estimated Net Worth | $4-8 million |
Early Life
Barry Keoghan was born on October 18, 1992, in Dublin, Ireland. His mother, who struggled with addiction, died when he was 12, and Keoghan and his brother Eric spent time in around 13 different foster homes across Dublin over roughly seven years. He was ultimately raised by his grandmother, aunt, and sister Gemma. He attended O'Connell School in Dublin and later trained at The Factory (now Bow Street Academy), a Dublin drama school.
Breakthrough Roles
Keoghan's international breakthrough came in 2017 with roles in Christopher Nolan's Dunkirk and Yorgos Lanthimos's psychological thriller The Killing of a Sacred Deer. He went on to appear in Calm with Horses (2019), HBO's Chernobyl (2019), and Marvel's Eternals (2021), along with a brief but widely discussed cameo as the Joker in The Batman (2022).
The Banshees of Inisherin and Saltburn
Keoghan's performance as Dominic Kearney in The Banshees of Inisherin (2022) won him a BAFTA Award and an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor. The following year, he took the lead role of Oliver Quick in Emerald Fennell's Saltburn (2023), a psychological thriller that became a major cultural talking point and turned Keoghan into a mainstream star. He has continued working in television as well, appearing in Top Boy (2023) and Masters of the Air (2024).
Upcoming: Playing Ringo Starr
Keoghan is set to play Ringo Starr in Sam Mendes's planned series of Beatles biopics, with a release expected around 2028.
Personal Life
Keoghan has a son, born in August 2022, with ex-partner Alyson Kierans, a dental nurse; the two ended their relationship in mid-2023. He was publicly linked to singer Sabrina Carpenter from late 2023 into 2024, though that relationship also ended. He has spoken publicly about being diagnosed with ADHD in 2020 and about the impact of his childhood on his mental health.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barry Keoghan's net worth?
Estimated at around $4-8 million, from his acting career and brand partnerships with Dior and Burberry.
Did Barry Keoghan win an Oscar?
No. He was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for The Banshees of Inisherin, and won a BAFTA for the same role.
What is Barry Keoghan's next major role?
He is set to play Ringo Starr in Sam Mendes's planned Beatles biopics, expected around 2028.