Travis Barker is an American drummer with a net worth of $40 million. Barker is best known for playing for the popular rock band Blink-182. His popularity has earned him the title of ‘Punk’s First Superstar Drummer’, as well as ‘The 100 Greatest Drummers of All Time’.
He rose to fame when he dated Kourtney Kardashian, whom he married on May 15, 2022. Barker is also known for playing with other bands such as Box Car Racer and +44.
He has collaborated with famous artists such as Machine Gun Kelly, Jaden Smith, Lil Wayne and Willow Smith. Find out how Travis Barker made his name and how the star spends his millions.
Travis Barker Net Worth (2024)
| Net worth: | 40 million dollars |
| Name: | Travis Barker |
| Job: | rapper |
| Year old: | 49 years old |
| Nation: | USA |
| Salary (Annual): | 5 million dollars |
| Last updated: | 2024 |
Travis Barker Net Worth Growth
| Net worth 2024 | 40 million dollars |
| Net worth 2023 | 30 million dollars |
| Net worth 2022 | 20 million dollars |
| Net worth 2021 | 13 million dollars |
| Net worth 2020 | 11 million dollars |
Early life
Barker was born in California on November 14, 1975. His mother gave him his first drum set when he was four years old and he began learning to play drums at the age of five with Michael Mai, who taught him many different drum styles.
He also studied trumpet and piano. He joined a choir for a short time but had other ambitions besides pursuing a musical career.
He wanted to be a surfer and skateboarder, but his mind was still on the drums. Barker’s mother died the day before he entered high school. However, she encouraged him to pursue music and follow his dreams.
He played drums in a jazz band and snare drum in a marching band. He tried styles like military rhythm and jazz, but he was most drawn to punk and hip-hop, and hard beats.
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Hits
- I Think I’m Fine (with YUNGBLUD & Travis Barker)
- In My Head (featuring Travis Barker)
- transparentsoul featuring Travis Barker
- Think So (featuring Machine Gun Kelly & Travis Barker)
- PILL BREAKER (featuring blackbear and Machine Gun Kelly)
- Miserable business
- OVERCOME ME (with Travis Barker)
Career
After finishing school, Barker began playing in a small Fontana-based band called Snot and Feeble while working as a garbage collector. He met Chad Larson and together they formed the Aquabats, which helped them get a record deal.
They released The Fury of the Aquabats! and toured nationally with Blink-182. He was asked by former Blink-182 drummer Scott Raynor to replace him after he left.
Barker memorized a 20-song setlist in less than 45 minutes before their first show with the new drummer, and he executed the show perfectly. Post joined Blink-182 on the band’s first album with him, ‘Enema of the State.’
It was a popular hit and became the biggest pop-punk band of the time. The hit single ‘All Small Things’ became popular and reached No.6 on the Billboard Hot 100. The music video for the song also won the 2000 MTV Video Music Awards for Best Group Video.
Barker started a clothing line catering to punk rock fans and the skateboarding community called Famous Stars and Straps. He also expressed his love of art through the many tattoos he has acquired over the years.
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Cooperation
Barker collaborated with Tim Armstrong and Jerry Fin and released Transplants. In 2004, Barker starred in the reality television series Meet the Barkers with his second wife Shanna Moakler.
The series follows the Barker family and Blink-182’s tour. He also started a Hip-Hop project called Expensive Taste featuring Paul Wall and Skinhead Rob. He continues to release Hip-Hop tracks.
However, Barker suffered a life-threatening accident when his private jet crashed and he was left in critical condition. He spent sixteen weeks recovering and returned with a strong spirit and gratitude that he was still able to play.
He continued to produce remixes in 2009 while also attending Blink-182’s Grammy Awards that same year. He starred in Steve Aoki’s Grammy-nominated film ‘I’ll Sleep When I’m Dead’ in 2016.
In 2020, Barker was invited by Machine Gun Kelly to collaborate on his album ‘Tickets to My Downfall’. Barker also collaborated with Willow Smith on the pop-punk track ‘Transparent Soul’ the following year.
Barker counts many influences such as Animal of The Muppets, Alex Van Halen of Van Halen, Danny Carey of Tool, Bonham of Led Zeppelin and Tommy Lee of Mötley Crüe as his favorite drummers.
Barker also hails Buddy Rich as one of the greatest drummers of all time and Van Halen’s hit song ‘Jump’ was one of the first songs he learned to play on drums.
Travis Barker Biography
| Real name | Travis Barker |
| Nickname | Travis |
| Year old | 49 years old |
| Height | In feet – 5 feet 9 inchesIn meters – 1.75 mIn centimeters – 175 cm |
| Weight | In Kilograms – 71 KgIn Pounds – 156.5 lbs |
| Family | Father – Randy BarkerMother – Gloria BarkerSister – NoneBrother – None |
| Girlfriend | Do not have |
| Wife | Kourtney Kardashian (married 2022)Shanna Moakler (married 2004–2008)Melissa Kennedy (married 2001–2002) |
| Children | Landon Barker, Alabama Barker |
“Thank you for life and all the little ups and downs that make it worth living.”
– Travis Barker
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Personal life
Barker was first married to Melissa Kennedy but divorced nine months later. His second marriage was to Miss USA model Shanna Moakler and the couple had a gothic wedding ceremony held on Halloween night in 2004.
The couple have two children, a son and a daughter. Moakler had a daughter before marrying Barker, but he maintains a good relationship with his stepdaughter.
The couple divorced two years later, making their split public via MySpace. However, the couple were still spotted out and about even after their public announcement, even attending the 2007 MTV Video Music Awards. Their divorce was finalized in 2008.
Barker previously dated singer Rita Ora but it was never official. Barker began seeing eldest Kardashian sister Kourtney Kardashian in 2020. They married in Portofino, Italy on May 22, 2022.
Car collection
Barker owns a number of expensive cars, his favourite being the Mercedes G-Wagon 4×4 Squared alongside other cars like the Cadillac Escalade by DUB and the Rolls-Royce Cullinan.
His collection also includes a Custom Polaris Slingshot and a Vintage Buick GNX. He previously owned a 1960 Cadillac Coupe de Ville, a 1972 Chevrolet K5 Blazer and a 1942 Cadillac Series 62 Deluxe.
Home and vacation
As one of the most famous drummers in the world, Barker spends his money lavishly. The drummer owns a $9.5 million home in Calabasas, along with several other million-dollar properties he has purchased over the years.
He also bought a $1.3 million home in Rancho Cucamonga and a $1.5 million home in Bel Air. Barker wrote a book in 2015 called ‘Can I Say: Living Large, Cheating Death and Drums, Drums, Drums.’
His clothing line Famous Stars and Straps has collaborated with artists like Halsey and MGK. Barker’s most recent news, his wedding to Kourtney Kardashian was a lavish affair held in Portofino, Italy.
Kourtney Kardashian and her sisters, who are also famous public figures, have posted photos showing their lavish wedding ceremony which took place in Italy.
Page Six sources say the engagement ring Kardashian gave during the proposal was worth at least $1 million. The ring is an oval-cut diamond on a delicate band and is larger than 15 carats in a hidden halo.
Travis Barker Net Worth
As of 2024, Travis Barker’s net worth is estimated to be around $40 million. He is an American drummer known for his chart-topping hits and excellent drumming skills.
Barker made headlines after marrying the eldest Kardashian sister. The drummer makes his money primarily from playing in Blink-182, reality TV shows, projects and fashion.
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