Joe Marler has lifted the lid on how much he was paid for his run on\u00a0The Celebrity Traitors, confirming that his appearance fee was lower than widely reported. <\/p>\n
The former England rugby prop, who quickly became a fan favourite on the hit BBC reality spin\u2011off that aired from October to November 2025, revealed he earned\u00a0\u00a330,000\u00a0for his participation \u2014 not the\u00a0\u00a340,000\u00a0figure previously suggested.<\/p>\n
Join RUCK\u2019s Instagram broadcast channel <\/a>and get the latest rugby news straight to your phone.<\/p>\n Marler made it to the final episode of the series but ultimately couldn\u2019t sway his fellow \u2018Faithfuls\u2019 to vote out Alan Carr as a Traitor, leading to Carr winning the game and the charity prize.<\/p>\n The \u00a340,000 number had circulated after comments on a podcast, but Marler clarified the truth to\u00a0The Times:<\/p>\n \u201cYeah, Daisy (his wife) read that too. She said to me, \u2018Hold on, I thought you only got 30?\u2019 I said, \u2018Yeah, I did.\u2019\u201d<\/p>\n Joe Marler\u2019s net worth<\/p>\n Beyond reality TV money, Marler has amassed a solid personal fortune from his rugby career and off\u2011field ventures. His net worth is estimated at\u00a0around \u00a35.7\u202fmillion, reflecting earnings from professional rugby, endorsements, media work, and strategic investments.<\/p>\n That figure places him comfortably among the wealthier former rugby stars in the UK, with Marler\u2019s outspoken personality and crossover appeal helping him secure opportunities beyond the pitch.<\/p>\n Only one rugby player in history has a bigger net worth than Dan Carter<\/p>\n 6\ufe0f\u20e3 Richie McCaw (New Zealand)<\/p>\n Estimated Net Worth: \u00a312\u201314 million Key Points:<\/p>\n Two-time Rugby World Cup winner (2011, 2015)<\/p>\n Long All Blacks career with record appearances<\/p>\n Sponsorships with major brands (Adidas, aviation)<\/p>\n Post-retirement speaking engagements and business ventures<\/p>\n 5\ufe0f\u20e3 Brian O\u2019Driscoll (Ireland)<\/p>\n Estimated Net Worth: \u00a313\u201315 million Key Points:<\/p>\n Ireland and British & Irish Lions captain<\/p>\n Successful broadcasting career (punditry with BT Sport)<\/p>\n Brand ambassador for multiple companies<\/p>\n Post-retirement business roles<\/p>\n CONTINUES ON PAGE TWO<\/a><\/p>\n Like this:<\/p>\n Like Loading…<\/p>\n
Bio:\u00a0Widely regarded as the greatest openside flanker of all time, McCaw captained the All Blacks to two Rugby World Cup victories (2011, 2015). Known for his leadership, work ethic, and tactical intelligence.<\/p>\n
Bio:\u00a0Ireland\u2019s most capped player and one of the finest centres in rugby history. O\u2019Driscoll led Ireland and the British & Irish Lions to numerous successes and transitioned into media work after retirement.<\/p>\n