Biography
Pete Wentz, born Peter Lewis Kingston Wentz III on June 5, 1979, in Wilmette, Illinois, is an American musician, singer, songwriter, and author best known as bass and primary lyricist for pop-punk band Fall Out Boy.
Co-founding the band in 2001, Wentz played a key role in creating iconic hits like “Baby, we’re going down,” “Dance, Dance,” And “Thank you.” His evocative lyrics and the band’s genre-blending sound were instrumental in shaping the emo and pop-punk movements of the 2000s.
In addition to his music career, Wentz is also a published author. In 2005, he released The Boy With The Thorn On His Sidea semi-autobiographical story that explores themes of anxiety and nightmares.
He also pursued business ventures, including founding Secret industrys clothing line and participates in various media projects. Wentz’s multifaceted career has made him a prominent figure inside and outside the music industry.
American musician and bassist
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| Real name: | Peter Lewis Kingston Wentz III |
| Stage name: | Pete Wentz |
| Born: | June 5, 1979 (45 years old) |
| Place of birth: | Wilmette, Illinois, USA |
| Nationality: | American |
| Education: | New Trier High School, North Shore Country Day School, DePaul University |
| Height: | 167.6 cm |
| Parents: | Dale Wentz, Pete Wentz II |
| Siblings: | Hillary Wentz, Courtney Wentz |
| Couple: | Ashlee Simpson (m. 2008–2011) |
| Girlfriend • Partner: | Meagan Camper (2011–), Michelle Trachtenberg (2006), Jeanae White (2003-2006), Alicia Simmons (2003), Lindsay Lohan (rum.), |
| Children: | Bronx Mowgli Wentz, Saint Lazslo Wentz, Marvel Jane Wentz |
| Job: | Musician • Bassist |
| Net worth: | 18 million USD (USD) |
Early Life & Education
Pete Wentz was born on June 5, 1979 in Wilmette, Illinois, a suburb of Chicago. Wentz is of many different ethnicities; His mother, Dale Wentz, is of Afro-Jamaican descent, while his father, Pete Wentz II, is of German and English ancestry.
He grew up in a culturally diverse family, his father was Catholic, and his mother was Jewish. Wentz has described himself as being raised with a mixture of both religions but has not publicly identified one religion with the other in adulthood.
Pete’s father is a lawyer, and his mother is a high school admissions counselor. He has two older sisters, Hillary and Courtney Wentz.
Wentz attended New Trier High School in Winnetka, Illinois, where he participated in various extracurricular activities, including football and music. After graduating from high school, he studied North Shore National Day School briefly before moving on DePaul University in Chicago to study political science. However, he did not complete his studies so he instead focused on his music career with Fall Out Boy.
Career
Pete Wentz’s career is a dynamic combination of music, writing, entrepreneurship and media, demonstrating his versatility and creative vision. As co-founder, bassist, and primary lyricist of Fall Out Boy, Wentz has played a pivotal role in the band’s success since its formation in 2001.
He played a key role in composing the lyrics and themes for their landmark albums, including From under the cork tree, Infinity on highAnd Folie à Deux.
After a short hiatus, Fall Out Boy returned with albums such as Rock and Roll Savings, American Beauty/American PsychologyAnd maniareflecting a more experimental and mature sound. In addition to Fall Out Boy, Wentz explored electronic and dance music with his side project, Black cardin 2010.
In addition to music, Wentz also made his mark as an author and composer The Boy With The Thorn On His Sidea semi-autobiographical work and contributions to other creative projects such as Toys fall out comic series. His business goals include establishing a clothing line Secret industry and launched initiatives such as “Brave Book Club.” Wentz has also made significant contributions to media and television, hosting MTV’s FNMTV Premiere and appeared on shows such as One Tree Hill And Best ink.
Active on social media, Wentz uses these platforms to interact with fans, share personal insights, and promote his projects. He is also a passionate advocate for mental health awareness, openly discussing his experiences with depression. His outspokenness has helped reduce stigma and promote conversations around mental health, making him an influential figure both in and outside the music world.
Social Media
- Wikipedia: Pete Wentz
- Instagram: Pete Wentz (@petewentz)
- IMDb: Pete Wentz
- Facebook: Pete Wentz
- Twitter: pw (@petewentz) / X
Personal life
Pete Wentz married singer and actress Ashlee Simpson on May 17, 2008. They have one child, a son named Bronx Mowgli Wentz, born on November 20, 2008. The couple filed for divorce on February 2011 citing irreconcilable differences and the divorce was granted. completed later that year.
After their divorce, Wentz began dating model Meagan Camper in late 2011. Together, they have two children: a son, Saint Lazslo, born in August 2014, and a daughter, Marvel Jane, was born in May 2018. While Wentz and Camper were not. publicly confirming his marital status, Wentz emphasized that their commitment to each other and their family was more important than an official marriage.
Before his relationship with Simpson, Wentz was in the public eye with several women. He was rumored to have dated Alicia Simmons in 2003 and was in a relationship with Jeanae White from 2003 to 2006. In 2006, he briefly dated Michelle Trachtenberg and was rumored to have had a relationship with Lindsay Lohan and Rumer Willis, although these relationships were less frequent. recorded.
Pete Wentz is about 5 feet 6 inches (167.6 cm) tall. He has three children: Bronx Mowgli Wentz (with Ashlee Simpson), Saint Lazslo Wentz and Marvel Jane Wentz (with Meagan Camper).
Net worth
Pete Wentz, bassist and lyricist for the band Fall Out Boy, has an estimated net worth of $18 million. His wealth comes from a successful music career with Fall Out Boy, which featured albums such as “From under the cork tree” And “Infinity on high” contributed significantly to his financial situation.
Outside of music, Wentz has diversified his income through business ventures such as Clandestine Industries, his clothing line, and his record label, DCD2 record. Real estate investments, including properties in Beverly Hills and Encino, have also added to his net worth. His involvement in writing, television and other businesses further strengthened his financial portfolio.
Records
Music with Fall Out Boy
- Take this to your grave (2003)
- From Under the Cork Tree (2005)
- Infinity Above (2007)
- Folie à Deux (2008)
- Save Rock and Roll (2013)
- American Beauty/American Psychology (2015)
- MANIA (2018)
- Love from the Other Side (2023)
Other music projects
- Black card (2010 – 2012)
- Club Called Heaven (unreleased album)
Write
- The Boy with Thorns on His Side (2005) – Short novel
entrepreneurial spirit
- Clandestine Industries – Clothing line
- DCD2 Records – Record label co-founded with Patrick Stump
Appears on television and media
- MTV’s FNMTV Premiere – Host
- “Best ink” – Judge
- Countless guest appearances on shows such as “One Tree Hill,” “The Adventures of Pete & Pete” and various reality shows.
- “The World According to Paris” – Reality TV show where he appeared with Paris Hilton.
Comic
- Fall Out Toy Works – Comic series
Books and publications
- Contributes to various magazines and online platforms, including MTV News.
Other projects
- “Brave Book Club” – Book club initiative
- Various collaborations with artists and brands.
