Travis Barker found fame as the drummer in the American band Blink-182, and his net worth is shocking.
Travis Barker’s Net Worth
In this article, we will delve deeper into the life and accomplishments of the individual who has become a household name, not just for his own achievements but also for his association with socialite, model, and media personality Kourtney Kardashian. We will take a closer look at his impressive net worth, and examine the factors that have contributed to his immense wealth. Additionally, we will explore the key moments in his life that have led to his current level of success.
Early Life
Travis Landon Barker, who was born in 1975 in Fontana, California, received his first drum set from his mother at the age of four. This would be his only drum set until he was fifteen years old.
At a young age of five, He showed his inclination towards music and started taking drum lessons from Michael Mai, who taught him different playing styles. He also started learning trumpet around the same time.
Big Dreams
During his junior high school years, Barker added piano to his list of instruments and also sang a bit by being a part of the Madrigals men’s and women’s choir. While at Fontana High School, Barker also dreamed of becoming a surfer and skateboarder, and he considered himself as a “stoner.”
Profound Loss
Travis Barker After his mother passed away from Sjögren syndrome, a condition she was diagnosed with just three months prior, and encouraged him to continue playing music, he continued to play. He plays the snare drum in the marching band and the drums in his school’s jazz ensemble. He eventually became a successful musician as a result of this.
Early Career
After completing high school, Barker’s first job was as a garbage collector in Laguna Beach. Concurrently, he was playing drums for two punk rock bands, Snot and Feeble. Around that time, he met and befriended Chad Larson, and through this connection, was recruited by Larson’s band, The Aquabats.
The band included Barker on their second studio album, The Fury of The Aquabats! His drumming skills were so advanced that he was able to finish recording his parts quickly and used his free time to play with other bands and practice.
Temporary To Permanent
In 1997, The Aquabats went on tour with Blink-182, who had just finished their second album Dude Ranch. When Blink’s drummer, Scott Rayner, announced his departure, Barker was recruited to take his place. He was able to learn the band’s 20-song setlist in just 45 minutes and performed it perfectly.
In 1998, Rayner returned but was fired due to ongoing conflicts and an alcohol problem, and Barker became a permanent member of the band. Additionally, when Josh Freese, the Vandals’ drummer, took a temporary leave of absence, he filled in for him.
Blink-182
Blink-182 is a highly successful band worldwide, known for their pop-punk genre which combines elements of pop music and traditional punk rock. Their music is characterised by fast-paced beats, infectious melodies, heavy use of distorted electric guitars and power chord changes.
In addition to being a part of the former Warped Tour, the band has toured extensively in the United States and Canada. Their arena tours have also been extremely successful, and they headlined the 2010 Honda Civic Tour.
Mainstream Success
The band has put out eight albums, six of which have had Barker as the drummer, these albums include Enema of the State, Take Off Your Pants and Jacket, Blink-182, Neighborhoods, California, and Nine.
They’ve sold a total of over 50 million albums worldwide. They’ve also released over 30 singles, with over 25 featuring Barker, some of their most popular songs include “What’s My Age Again?”, “All the Small Things”, and “I Miss You”.
Other Successful Musical Ventures
Barker has worked with several different bands throughout his career, including Blink-182 and The Aquabats. An example of this is Barker’s punk rock/rap rock supergroup The Transplants, which consists of Skinhead Rob, Tim Armstrong of Rancid, and Kevin Bivona of The Interrupters.
There are three albums by the band. In addition to his bandmate Tom DeLonge, he was a former Hazen Street guitarist and a member of Box Car Racer, a pop-punk band.
One album has been released by the band. Aside from his involvement in rock supergroup +44 and rock supergroup Antemasque, Barker has also been in hip-hop supergroup Expensive Taste.
Personal Life
Travis Barker has had a number of notable romantic relationships throughout his life. However, his first marriage was not as well-known. He was married to Melissa Kennedy, who assisted in running his clothing brand, but the marriage only lasted for less than a year before he filed for divorce in 2002.
#Dadlife
In 2004, Barker got married for the second time, to Miss USA 1995 titleholder Shanna Moakler. The couple had a Halloween-themed wedding, inspired by the movie “The Nightmare Before Christmas”. They had two children together, a son born in 2003 and a daughter born in 2005, before getting divorced in 2008. After his divorce, Barker had a short-lived relationship with British singer and actress Rita Ora in 2015.
Additional Endeavors
After getting married to Shanna Moakler, Barker was featured in a reality show called Meet the Barkers on MTV. The show ran for 2 seasons and 16 episodes from 2005-2006, featuring a glimpse into the personal life and relationships of a musician and his family. It was well-received by the audience.
High-profile
Kourtney Kardashian and Barker began dating in 2020, which is considered his most high-profile relationship till date. The couple kept their relationship under wraps until early 2021, but they confirmed it later. In May 2022, they got married on the Italian Riviera. The couple is considered as one of the most powerful and influential couples in the world, with both of them having a strong presence in the entertainment industry and media. This marriage has been widely covered by the media and has been a topic of interest among fans and the general public.
Guest Star
In addition to his music career, Barker has also made appearances in various TV shows and movies. One of his early appearances was in 1999’s American Pie, where he starred alongside his Blink-182 bandmates as a garage band member.
As rapper Hi-Def on CSI: Crime Scene Investigation in 2006, he was also featured on The Simpsons as himself in 2003. MTV Cribs featured him in an episode starring Rick Thorne in 2007, and The Eric Andre Show featured him in a 2016 episode.
Recently, Barker has been regularly appearing on the reality series The Kardashians on Hulu, which stars his wife Kourtney Kardashian, and this has brought him to the attention of a massive audience all over the world.
Gamer
In addition to his appearances on TV shows and movies, Barker has also made appearances in video games. He has been featured in Tony Hawk’s Project 8 as a playable character and in Guitar Hero World Tour as a playable drummer. These appearances have allowed him to reach a wider audience and showcase his talents in the gaming community.
Net Worth
Travis Barker’s net worth is estimated to be over $50 million, as reported by Celebrity Net Worth. He generates a significant portion of his income from music royalties, Each year, this amount amounts to approximately $15 million. Additionally, he has written a book and invested in Walmart, Apple, Amazon, Berkshire Hathaway, and AT&T in order to diversify his income streams. He also has a significant real estate portfolio, owning around a dozen properties, six cars and a luxury yacht. Additionally, he is reported to have cash reserves of over $15 million. This showcases his financial savvy and his ability to create multiple sources of income.
