Bravo has some of the juiciest reality TV shows—from Real Housewives to Southern Charm. The latter instantly captured fans when it aired in 2014. Who knew people needed to see the lives of Charleston's most affluent social circles that badly?

While fans have questioned whether the show is real or fake, one thing's for sure: the cast is rich. For longtime viewers, it's no secret that the Southern Charm cast is among the richest stars on Bravo's payroll.

But just how much are they worth? And who is the wealthiest? Let's find out.

Updated January 2025: This article has been updated to reflect the current net worth of Southern Charm Season 10's cast.

1 Patricia Altschul (Friend: Season 1–Present)

Net Worth: $100 Million

Patricia Altschul and money in the background

What Is Southern Charm's Patricia Altschul's Net Worth? Patricia Altschul and money in the background.

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Patricia Altschul is the wealthiest member of the cast. The Southern Charm star is estimated to be worth a whopping $100 million. While she's got the show to thank for her newfound fame, she's always had the fortune.

Patricia Altschul's Birthday

April 16, 1941

Patricia Altschul's Estimated Salary From Southern Charm

$25,000 per episode

Patricia was married to Arthur Altschul, a mogul in the world of Wall Street. She then inherited the family fortune after his passing.

2 Whitney Sudler-Smith (Main: Season 1–4, Friend: Season 5–Present)

Net Worth: $12 Million

Whitney Sudler-Smith
How Did Whitney Sudler-Smith Think Of Southern Charm? Cast member Whitney Sudler Smith thought of the reality show and pitched it to Bravo with his mom, Patricia Altschul's help.
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Whitney Sudler-Smith is without a doubt the glue that held the Southern Charm cast together. While Whitney may no longer be a regular cast member, he is, in fact, the show's creator.

Whitney Sudler-Smith's Birthday

June 2, 1968

Whitney Sudler-Smith's Salary From Southern Charm

Not public; probably a lot higher as the show creator

The filmmaker is worth an estimated $12 million. As the son of Patricia and Arthur Altschul, Whitney is set to inherit an even larger fortune someday.

3 Shep Rose (Season 1–Present)

Net Worth: $5 Million

Shep Rose
Shep Rose Too Old To Be On The Show?
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Shep Rose is easily one of the biggest names to come from Southern Charm. Despite Shep constantly being seen as the "playboy" type, he has managed to do quite well for himself. The star is worth an estimated $5 million, some of which he made from the show, but mostly from his wealthy family.

Shep Rose's Birthday

September 27, 1980

Shep Rose's Estimated Salary From Southern Charm

$25,000 per episode

"His mom and dad, Fran and William Rose, moved to Hilton Head Island—one of the most exclusive parts of the state—when he was just a toddler," Showbiz CheatSheet reported.

"William is a lawyer in the area while his father–Shep's grandfather–was a successful businessman in the steel industry. His mom’s side of the family also practices law, so nobody in the Rose household has ever been in want of money."

4 Leva Bonaparte (Main: Season 7–9, Friend: Season 10 – present)

Net Worth: $3 Million

Leva Bonaparte at the season 10 southern charm premiere party
Leva Bonaparte at the season 10 southern charm premiere party
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Leva Bonaparte is truly the definition of a boss. The star is said to be worth quite a lot—approximately $3 million, which is among the highest of the cast. She and her husband, Lamar Bonaparte, own many high-end restaurants, bars, and lounges across the city of Charleston, which include Republic Garden & Lounge and Bourbon N' Bubbles.

Leva Bonaparte's Birthday

May 3, 1979

Leva Bonaparte's Estimated Salary From Southern Charm

$25,000 per episode

As if those weren't enough, Leva also owns Republic Hospitality Group, which further proves just how business-savvy she is. Leva stars in a spin-off at one of her establishments, Southern Hospitality, which premiered in 2022.

5 Madison LeCroy (Friend: Season 6 & 8, Main: Season 7, 9–Present)

Net Worth $1.5 Million

Madison LeCroy
Southern Charm Season 10 Is Madison LeCroy's "Most Emotional" Season Yet
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There is no denying what Madison LeCroy brings to the show, from comedic moments to rumors. She has the glitz and the glam, so it's no surprise that she's become one of Charleston's most sought-after hairstylists with an estimated $1.5 million fortune.

Madison LeCroy's Birthday

October 6, 1990

Madison LeCroy's Estimated Salary From Southern Charm

$25,000 per episode

Despite her work ethic, LeCroy found herself in quite a scandal when it was revealed that she and former MLB player, Alexander Rodriguez, allegedly had an affair. A-Rod immediately shut the rumors down, as did Madison during the Season 7 reunion. Madison has been married to Brett Randle since 2022.

6 Taylor Ann Green (Friend: Season 7 Main: Season 8–Present)

Net Worth: $1 Million-$5 Million

Taylor Ann Green talking
Taylor Ann Green on Southern Charm.
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Taylor Ann Green joined Southern Charm in Season 7 as Shep Rose's girlfriend. The two broke up, but Taylor remains on the show. Unlike Shep, Taylor reportedly has a humbler background.

Taylor Ann Green's Birthday

October 19, 1994

Taylor Ann Green's Estimated Salary From Southern Charm

$25,000 per episode

She's said to have made between $1 million to $5 million from her co-founded lifestyle brand, Reset Athletic, and her past work in sales and as an orthodontics assistant.

7 Craig Conover Seasons 1-Present

Net Worth: $1 Million

Craig Conover smiling
Craig Conover posing for photos.
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Craig Conover, who made the move from law to creating his own pillow and homeware line, Sewing Down South—a wildly popular brand that has allowed him to not only make a name for himself in the world of business but amass a net worth of approximately $1 milllion.

Craig Conover's Birthday

February 9, 1989

Craig Conover's Estimated Salary From Southern Charm

$480,000 for Season 7 (13 episodes)

Craig recently opened a bar and restaurant in Charleston called By The Way with co-star, Austen Kroll. Craig recently made headlines after his breakup with fellow Bravo-lebrity, Paige DeSorbo, after three years of dating.

8 Austen Kroll (Season 4–Present)

Net Worth: $1 Million

Austen Kroll smiling
Austen Kroll smiling on the red carpet.
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Austen has always been about the fun, which he's managed to bring to each season. The star likely inherited most of his wealth through his family, who worked for the FBI and software sales. Like the rest of the cast, Kroll has earned his $1 million net worth through the show, and of course, mom and dad.

Austen Kroll's Birthday

June 16, 1987

Austen Kroll's Estimated Salary From Southern Charm

$25,000 per episode

9 Jarrett "JT" Thomas (Season 8–10)

Net Worth: $1 Million

Jarrett "JT" Thomas on WWHL
Jarrett "JT" Thomas on WWHL
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Jarrett "JT" Thomas first appeared on Southern Charm in Season 8, but he revealed that Season 10 would be his last. JT has made his money in real estate.

Jarrett "JT" Thomas' Birthday

Not public; approx. 38 years old as of January 2025

Jarrett "JT" Thomas' Estimated Salary From Southern Charm

$25,000 per episode

"One of my core businesses is a collection of Airbnbs in Downtown Charleston, and that's why a couple of years ago I actually made Charleston my full-time home," he said per BravoTV.

10 Rodrigo Reyes (Season 9–Present)

Net Worth: $1 Million

Rodrigo Reyes on Southern Charm
Rodrigo Reyes on Southern Charm
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Rodrigo Reyes has an estimated net worth of $1 million. The interior designer owns a company called RAR Designs. You can see his work on his Instagram, @iamrardesigns.

Rodrigo Reyes' Birthday

Not public; approx. 40 years old as of September 2024

Rodrigo Reyes' Estimated Salary From Southern Charm

$25,000 per episode