Jersey Shore is a reality television series that ran from 2009-2012, airing six seasons in that time. Set in a popular beach town in New Jersey, audiences were introduced to a group of wild characters that loved tanning, hair gel, and clothes that didn't leave much to the imagination. As most reality TV shows go, every episode brought in drama, hot gossip, and a some spicy takes.
Among the eight main cast members were names that are still well-known today, such as Snooki, DJ Pauly D, and The Situation. It has been over a decade since this American hit released, and yet every star has continued to either make headlines or make bank.
From chasing a career in the music industry, to creating a line of wine, to opening retail stores, the Jersey Shore cast have been busy. With all of this change, however, fans want to know: Who is the richest today?
8 Mike 'The Situation' Sorrentino Has A Net Worth Of $300,000
Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino has gone through an evolution of sorts since his start on Jersey Shore. He was making good money after the series wrapped thanks to his partnership with endorsements, competing on Dancing with the Stars, and even publishing a book: Here's the Situation: A Guide to Creeping on Chicks, Avoiding Grenades, and Getting in Your GTL on the Jersey Shore.
It was a sad situation, then, when his $2 million net worth decreased to a mere $300,000 due to failing to pay his taxes.
7 Deena Nicole Cortese-Buckner Has A $2 Million Net Worth
Deena Nicole Cortese (now Buckner) had to back out of season one on Jersey Shore. She returned, however, and became a permenant fixture on the program for two years. Now a wife and mom of two, Deena has focused her attentions on family.
She has an Instagram account dedicated to sharing her favorite recipes, as well as a small business called Christopher John Clothing that sells matching sets of baby/toddler and adult clothes. This has helped her maintain a $2 million net worth.
6 Ronnie Ortiz-Magro Is Worth About $3 Million
Ronnie Ortiz-Magro is known for his scandals, both on and off of Jersey Shore. He is constantly trying to relive his reality TV show days, posting many throwback photos of and with his fellow cast mates.
Thanks to his continual strive to be in the public eye and partnership with various companies, he has boosted his net worth to a comfortable $4 million.
5 Jenni 'JWoww' Farley Has A $4 Million Net Worth
Jenni "JWoww" Farley also has a $4 million net worth. Besides being in the main cast of Jersey Shore, JWoww appeared in the spinoffs Snooki & JWoww and Jersey Shore: Family Vacation.
She has two kids who are now both in school, the youngest is her son Greyson Valor Mathews, who is autistic. JWoww has been absolutely loving mom life, and thanks to her work on the various reality shows, has more than enough money to keep them all living in a comfortable lifestyle.
4 Nicole 'Snooki' Polizzi Is Worth $4 Million
Snooki is one of the most widely known names in the world of reality television. Nicole Polizzi, who goes by Snooki, has been married for almost a decade and has three children with her husband. Besides attending to family life, Snooki has also curated her own wine company called Messy Mawma Wine, as well as a clothing and accessory shop called The Snooki Shop.
She came into the show already having an established net worth, but thanks to all of her recent business, she has boosted her numbers to $4 million.
3 Sammi 'Sweetheart' Giancola Has A Net Worth Of $4 Million
Sammi "Sweetheart" Giancola has been in the headlines a number of times in the last few years. In July 2021, it was announced that she called off her engagement with Christian Biscardi. October 2022 brought many rumors of her returning to Jersey Shore after a decade away. So, where is Sweetheart today?
Sammi has found a new man, Justin May. She has also started two separate companies, a botique called Sweetheart Coast and an online retail store called Sweetheart Styles. Thanks to her many ventures, her net worth is currently sitting at $4 million.
2 Vinny Guadagnino Has A Net Worth Of $5 Million
Vinny Guadagnino has a net worth of $5 million. Since leaving Jersey Shore, he has continued to reach for his goals, which include keeping his body in shape and buying a home with stunning views in every room.
Like his pal The Situation, Vinny has also competed on the reality series Dancing with the Stars. Along with ballroom dancing, Guadagnino took to the stage with the Chippendales in Las Vegas, completing three residencies with the crew throughout this year.
1 DJ Pauly D Has A $20 Million Net Worth
DJ Pauly D is the richest of the Jersey Shore cast. Currently boasting a $20 million net worth, he has been keeping himself busy. Not only is he a father, but Pauly D has been pretty open about what he has been doing lately.
As of now, this reality star has been traveling and performing shows across the country. Coming this New Year's Eve, Pauly D will be ringing in 2023 in the Marquee Night Club in Las Vegas as a DJ. He's still holding tight to his roots through music, motor stunts, and fitness, enjoying everything life has to offer.
