Deryck Jason Whibley, commonly known as “Bizzy D”, is a Canadian musician best known for being the lead singer, rhythm guitarist, keyboardist, primary songwriter, producer, founder and sole permanent member of the rock band Sum 41.
The band’s music features an energetic pop-punk style and Whibley’s distinctive voice. As the driving force behind Sum 41, Whibley has led the band to critical acclaim and commercial success throughout an illustrious career.
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- Full name: Deryck Jayson Whibley
- Stage name: Bizzy D
- Date of Birth: March 21, 1980
- Age: 44
- Birthplace: Scarborough, Ontario, Canada
- Nationality: Canadian
- Occupation: Canadian musician
- Height: 1.7 m
- Parent: Michelle Gordon
- Siblings: Unknown
- Spouse: Ariana Cooper (married 2015), Avril Lavigne (married 2006-2010)
- Children: Attila Jack Whibley
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $6 million
Early life and education
Derek Jason Whibley was born on March 21, 1980 in Scarborough, Ontario, Canada. He was raised by his mother, Michelle Gordon, but the identity of his father remains unknown. It is not clear if Whibley has any siblings, as their names have not been reported in the media.
Whibley attended Southwood Park Public School in his early years and later attended Exeter High School. Whibley’s ethnicity is Canadian and he was raised a Christian.
Profession
Deryck Whibley is best known for being the lead singer, rhythm guitarist, keyboardist, primary songwriter, producer, founder and sole permanent member of the rock band Sum 41. He formed Sum 41 in 1999 with bassist Grant McVittie and vocalist Jon Marshall. The band was originally named Kaspir, a NOFX cover band. In 1999, Sum 41 signed an international record deal with Island Records.
The band released their first EP The power of half an hour In 2000, they released their first album All kills without filling In 2001, the single achieved mainstream success. Fat lips The album peaked at number one on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart. The album was certified platinum in several countries.
Sum 41 has since released six more studio albums, including Does this look like an infection?, Chuckand Bottom-level hero It was certified platinum in Canada. Known for its energetic live performances, the band took a hiatus from 2005 to 2006 while Whibley pursued other projects.
Whibley also had a successful career as a producer and manager, working with artists such as Tommy Lee and Iggy Pop. He has written screenplays and starred in music videos and documentaries. Throughout his career, Whibley has proven his talents as a musician, songwriter, and producer, making significant contributions to the rock music community.
Social Media
- Instagram: @deryckwhibley
- Facebook: Official Deryck Whibley
- Twitter: @whibleyderyck
Personal life
Derek Whibley has had two significant relationships. In 2006, Whibley married singer Avril Lavigne. Their wedding took place in Montecito, California, and the two occasionally perform together.
They met when Lavigne was 17 and began dating when she was 19. After more than three years of marriage, Lavigne filed for divorce on October 9, 2009, and the divorce was finalized on November 16, 2010.
On August 30, 2015, Whibley married model Ariana Cooper in Los Angeles. The couple’s first child, a son named Attila Jack Whibley, was born in March 2020. Their second child was born in March 2023, but his name has not yet been revealed.
Outside of his romantic relationships, Whibley has spoken openly about his struggles with substance abuse, particularly alcoholism, which affected his personal life. He sought treatment and has been candid about his journey to recovery.
Discography
- All kills without filling (2001)
- Does this look like an infection? (2002)
- Chuck (2004)
- Bottom-level hero (2007)
- Screaming bloody murder (2011)
- 13 Voices (2016)
- Decline in orders (2019)
- Heaven:x:Hell (2024)
net worth
Derek Jason Whibley has accumulated a net worth of $6 million through his successful career as a musician, record producer, and songwriter. His main source of income is from the band Sum 41, which he co-founded in 1996.
As the band’s lead singer and primary songwriter, Whibley has contributed significantly to the band’s commercial success, with Sum 41 selling over 15 million records worldwide. In addition, Whibley earns income from other musical projects and collaborations.
