Zara McDermott's HUGE TV salary 'revealed' amid her romance with Louis Tomlinson - who boasts his own whopping '£54M' fortune
The former Love Island star turned documentary maker, 28, is said to have made £230,805 profit, which works out at £4,438 every seven days, was a cool £40,000 increase on the previous 12 months.
Last year was a busy one for Zara both professionally and personally, as well as fronting BBC doc Ibiza: Secrets of the Party Island, she split with Sam Thompson, 34, after five years, before finding love with One Direction 's Louis Tomlinson, 33.
According to The Sun accounts filed at Companies House on Friday show the stunner's company Zara Nicole McDermott Limited, boasts £523,030 in cash, £161,431 in investments, and tangible assets at £6,298.
The publication also reports that Zara also took a £122,798 loan from the business, which she set up in 2018, with £14,929 still outstanding.
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As well as Zara Nicole McDermott Limited, she also owns Tiger Mac Properties which she set up last year and is listed as 'buying and selling of own real estate'.
MailOnline have contacted Zara's reps for comment.
While Zara's profits are impressive, Louis boasts a reported £54M fortune thanks to One Direction, his solo career.
Brand expert Nick Ede told The Sun that Louis and Zara are now a power and they could only see their fortunes increase as as result.
He said: 'Louis's money is mainly from his One Direction days. Zara's relationship with him will likely see her get more deals, earning her even more'.
Earlier this year it was revealed Zara had bagged herself a new documentary, with the broadcaster confirming she would be heading to Thailand for an upcoming series that is set to air on BBC Three and BBC iPlayer in 2025.
In the new documentary series, made by South Shore Productions, Zara will explore the destination which has become a popular tourist spot for young Brits.
The series will kick off in bustling Bangkok before heading to some popular party islands and will feature a lively cast of characters.
Zara's main aim for the documentary is to discover why thousands of young Brits flock to the exotic location every year.
From backpackers to those who are seeking longer-term roots - the new documentary will unearth the secrets of the vast and varied country.
Speaking to the BBC, Zara revealed that she is excited to explore a new country: 'I'm excited to discover a country that so many young people like me are heading to right now.'
'There's clearly a fascination with the nightlife, parties and stunning beaches - but there seems to be other intriguing reasons people are going to Thailand and staying.
Zara has brought a range of thought-provoking and critically acclaimed documentaries to the BBC over the last few years.
The star has spoken about several important topics including revenge porn, sexism, and 'rape culture' in UK schools as well as the rise of young people experiencing eating disorders.
Earlier this month, Zara and Louis were swamped by his fans in Costa Rica, an encounter which was caught on camera, as he was asked for selfies.
One fan then asked Zara if she wanted to be in the picture with her and the singer.
One fan then asked Zara if she wanted to be in the picture with her and the singer
Dressed casually in shorts, an oversized shirt and a baseball cap, Zara responded: 'You guys get a picture. Don't worry about me, just get one with him.'
Louis' sister Lottie, 26, recently revealed the family welcomed Zara into the fold while speaking about the relationship for the first time.
She told OK! Magazine: 'Yeah, she is amazing and they are really happy. I'm really happy for him.'
Lottie, who shares son Lucky, two, and daughter Flossie, five months, with her fiancé Lewis Burton, also hinted Zara might soon by on babysitting duty.
Asked if the couple would be helping out she joked: 'Hopefully, yeah.'
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