Matthew James Willis, commonly known as Matt Willis, is an English musician, singer, songwriter, television personality and actor.
He is the co-founder, bassist and co-vocalist of the pop-punk band Busted. In 2006, Willis released his first solo album “don’t let it go to waste” November 20th.
The album contained three Top 20 singles, in addition to a collaboration with Busted, cementing his status as a successful solo artist.
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- Full name: Matthew James Willis
- Stage name: Matt Willis
- Date of birth: May 8, 1983
- Age: 41 years old
- Place of birth: London, England
- Nationality: British
- Occupation: Musician and songwriter
- Height: 1.83m
- Parents: unknown
- Siblings: Darren Willis and Amanda
- Spouse: Emma Willis
- Children: Isabel Willis, Ace Willis and Trixie Willis
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: £4 million
early life and education
Matthew James Willis was born on May 8, 1983 in London, England. His parents divorced when he was three years old, and he was raised by his mother. He has an older brother, Darren Willis, and a half-sister, Amanda, from his mother’s second marriage. He attended Woking High School and later the Sylvia Young School of Drama. Ethnically, he considers himself to be of English, Dutch and German ancestry, although there has been speculation of possible Irish ancestry. However, his religious beliefs are not known to the public as there is no information about this aspect of his personal life.
Profession
Matt Willis is a versatile British entertainer known for his successful music career and diverse careers in television and theatre. He rose to prominence as the co-founder, bassist and co-vocalist of pop-punk band Busted, which formed in 2000 and became a huge success in the UK. The band’s hit singles, e.g. “What do I go to school for?” and “3000 Years” Contributed to the resurgence of the pop punk genre in the early 2000s.
After Busted broke up in 2005, Willis briefly pursued a solo career, releasing his debut album “Don’t let it go to waste” In 2006, it included several chart-topping songs. In 2013, he reunited with former bandmates James Bourne and fellow McFly members to form supergroup McBusted, which toured extensively and released a critically acclaimed album. The collaboration revived Willis’ popularity and paved the way for Busted’s 2015 reunion with Charlie Simpson. The reformed Busted have released new music and embarked on successful tours, including a prestigious 20th anniversary tour in 2023.
In addition to his musical achievements, Matt Willis has also earned a reputation in television and theater. he won a reality show “I’m a Celebrity…get me out of here!” in 2006 and has since appeared in various television projects. His stage work includes films such as “evil” and “free”. Most recently, his documentary “Matt Willis: Fighting Addiction” His multi-faceted professional and personal journey is further showcased, highlighting his struggles with addiction and recovery.
Awards and nominations
- BRIT Awards:
- Nominated for Best British Pop Artist in 2004
- Nominated for Best British Live Act in 2004
social media
- Instagram account: @mattjwillis
- Facebook account: Matt Willis
- Twitter account: @mattjwillis
personal life
British singer-songwriter Matt Willis is married to TV presenter Emma Willis. The couple tied the knot in 2008 and have since welcomed three children to their marriage: Isabelle Willis, Ace Willis, and Trick Trixie Willis. The couple are widely regarded as funny and engaging parents, with Matt Willis often emphasizing the strong and affectionate bond he has with his children.
discography
- Elizabeth
- metal band
- the Beatles
- Savior(Live)
- biology
- metal band
net worth
Matt Willis is a British singer-songwriter and television personality with an estimated net worth of £4 million. Willis’ wealth comes primarily from his music career as a co-founder and member of the popular pop-punk band Busted.
