Adam Thomas, the 37-year-old actor from Manchester, has amassed an estimated net worth of £1.6 million through a diverse portfolio of television roles, property investments, social media influence, and entrepreneurial ventures. Best known for his long-running part as Adam Barton on the ITV soap Emmerdale from 2009 to 2018, Thomas also reprised his breakout role as Donte Charles in the BBC's Waterloo Road revival. His acting income was estimated at roughly £200,000 per year as of 2024, though his earnings have varied across different major roles.
Property and Business Ventures
Between acting jobs, Thomas worked as a property executive for Kamani Property Group, owned by billionaire Adam Kamani. He claimed to have "made a fortune" in property during gaps in his acting schedule. His official title was property executive, not estate agent, and his duties included sourcing acquisitions and managing residential and commercial portfolios in Manchester.
Thomas also co-owns A&C Thomas Entertainment with his wife Caroline. The company manages his professional earnings and media activities, showing strong financial growth. With only two employees, the couple draws income through salaries and dividends.
Restaurant and Hot Sauce Brand
Thomas co-founded The Spinn restaurant and the hot sauce brand Oh My Glaze. However, the restaurant venture ended in voluntary liquidation with debts of nearly £300,000, and Thomas lost a personal investment of roughly £55,000. Oh My Glaze continues to operate through Oh My Glaze The Sauce Limited, and while exact earnings are undisclosed, the brand remains a key part of his portfolio.
Social Media and Influencer Income
Thomas supplements his income with brand-sponsored posts on Instagram, where he has 1.3 million followers. He earns an estimated £3,500 to £5,000 per month from his Instagram presence as of early 2026, with high engagement allowing for significant fees from sponsored posts and partnerships.
Reality TV Success
Thomas recently won the second series of I'm A Celebrity... South Africa, beating Mo Farah, Harry Redknapp, and Craig Charles in a live ITV final. While winners do not receive a direct cash prize—the £100,000 for the 2026 series was donated to charity—the victory is expected to boost his net worth. He negotiated a participation fee reported to be between £60,000 and £80,000, with some claims suggesting up to £20,000 per day in the jungle. The "Jungle Legend" title typically triggers lucrative commercial deals.
Thomas previously finished third in the 2016 series of I'm A Celebrity, earning an estimated £60,000–£80,000. He also appeared on Strictly Come Dancing in 2023 and co-presented the documentary Absolutely India: Mancs in Mumbai with his brothers Ryan and Scott.
