Athena Onassis: A Look at the Heiress’s Fortune on Her 40th Birthday

As Athena Onassis celebrates her 40th birthday tomorrow (January 29), renewed interest surrounds the financial legacy of the “golden heiress” of the Onassis dynasty.

Reports from Morning News have shed light on the current status of her considerable assets, originally inherited from her mother, Christina Onassis.

Journalist Tasos Trigiakis remarked, “Athena Onassis is managing her wealth cautiously, rather than depleting the fortune left to her.” The report also included footage of the small Dutch town where Athena resides, showcasing her quieter lifestyle away from the spotlight.

At the age of 18 in 2003, Athena took control of her inheritance, which included $500 million in real estate, $40 million in U.S. deposits, $90 million in accounts across Latin America, $200 million in investments, and secure assets in Swiss safe-deposit boxes—a total fortune exceeding $2 billion at the time.

Today, Athena’s wealth is reported to have adjusted to approximately $800 million, distributed as follows: $150 million in cash, $150 million in shares, $300 million in real estate holdings, $100 million in stables, and $100 million in other investments.

Despite the significant changes in her fortune over the years, Athena Onassis remains a symbol of the legendary Onassis legacy, managing her assets with care while maintaining a private and understated life.