Andy Taylor Net Worth
Andy Taylor net worth is
$20 Million
Andy Taylor Wiki Biography
Andrew Arthur Taylor was born on the 16th February 1961, in Cullercoats, Northumberland, England, and is a musician – singer, songwriter, and guitarist, who is probably best recognized for being a member of Duran Duran, and The Power Station bands. He is also known for his career as a solo artist and record producer, who has released three studio albums and a number of solo singles. His career has been active since 1980.
So, have you ever wondered how rich Andy Taylor is, as of late 2016? According to authoritative sources, it has been estimated that the total sum of Andy’s net worth is over $20 million, which has been accumulated through his successful career in the music industry not only as a part of a band, but also as a solo artist. Another source is coming from the sales of his autobiographical book “Wild Boy: My Life In Duran Duran”, published in 2008.
Andy Taylor Net Worth $20 Million
Andy Taylor spent his childhood in north-east England, where he attended Marden High School. When he was only 11 years old he began playing guitar, and soon he became a member of several local bands. By the age of 16, he had started to work as a producer. Thus, he quit education early to tour England and Europe with bands, and soon enough his professional musical career began.
Before Andy became a part of Duran Duran, he played in several bands, but in April 1980 he moved to Birmingham, and soon became a part of a band which played in the local club Rum Runner named Duran Duran, formed by John Taylor and Nick Rhodes, while they later added Simon Le Bon after few vocalist changes, and Andy Taylor on guitar.
The band’s first, self-titled album came out in 1981, and became a complete success, achieving platinum status both in UK and US, while in Canada it was certified two times platinum, which added a considerable amount to Andy’s net worth. Also, it reached No. 3 on the UK charts and No. 10 on the US Billboard 200 chart, encouraging the band to continue to work together. Andy stayed in the band until 1986, during which time band became extremely popular, with albums “Rio” (1982) which reached No. 2 on the UK Charts and No. 6 on the Billboard Top 200, while it also achieved platinum status in UK and double platinum in US, which only increased further Andy`s net worth. Their third album “Seven And The Ragged Tiger” topped the UK Charts, and was their second album to achieve double platinum status. After “Notorious” (1986), Andy left the band, but returned in 2001 to record and release “Astronaut”, which also became a success, reaching No. 3 on the UK Charts, and achieving gold status in the UK.
Apart from Duran Duran, Andy has played in several other bands including Power Station, which consisted of Robert Palmer, Tony Thompson and John Taylor, releasing two albums – “The Power Station” (1985) and “Living In Fear” (1986), which contributed to his net worth by a large margin.
Furthermore, Andy also focused on his solo career, and he collaborated with ex-Sex Pistols guitarist Steve Jones on his debut solo album, which was released under the name “Thunder” in 1987. Three years later, out came his second album “Dangerous”, and in 1999 Andy released his third album “The Spanish Sessions”. His most recent venture is his fourth album, which was recorded in 2008, entitled “The Underdog Has Landed”. Andy has also released a number of solo hits, such as “Take It Easy”, peaking No. 24 on the Billboard chart in the US and topped the US MTV charts, plus “When The Rain Comes Down” and “Life Goes On”, increasing his net worth to a large degree.
Regarding his personal life, Andy Taylor has been married to Tracey Wilson, a hairstylist for Duran Duran, since 1982; the couple has four children together – his son Andrew Jr. is also a musician, and has formed his own band named Electric City.
Net Worth | $20 Million |
Date Of Birth | February 16, 1961 |
Place Of Birth | Cullercoats, Northumberland, England |
Height | 1.83 m |
Weight | 76 kg |
Profession | Guitarist |
Education | Marden High School |
Nationality | English, British |
Spouse | Tracey Wilson |
Children | Georgina Taylor, Andrew Taylor, Isabella Taylor, Bethany Taylor |
IMDB | http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0851976/ |
Allmusic | http://www.allmusic.com/artist/andy-taylor-mn0000031546 |
Music Groups | Duran Duran, The Power Station, Band Aid, Ordinary World, Hungry Like The Wolf, Come Undone |
Nominations | Golden Globe Award for Best Original Song, 30. Mayberry R.F.D., 29. A Girl for Goober, 28. Opie and Mike |
# | Trademark |
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1 | Wears dark shades |
# | Quote |
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1 | I'd always felt like being weird, but there was no one to be weird with in Newcastle. |
2 | He's got very big feet, John (John Taylor). Possibly one of the biggest pairs of feet I've ever seen. |
3 | Genuine rivalry between us and Spandau Ballet? Actually, really, not a great deal. We were more pop orientated. And some might say we were just better songwriters. |
# | Fact |
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1 | The original Duran Duran line-up lose Andy Taylor: Duran Duran dissolved their partnership and will be continuing as Duran Duran without him. (source: http://www.duranduran.com/news/index.asp?newsID=6742) [October 2006] |
2 | currently on the Astronaut tour with Duran Duran in Europe. Will be returning to the United States in July of 2005 for the last leg of the tour. [June 2005] |
3 | Currently working on Duran Duran's new album in London. [March 2006] |
4 | He and Duran Duran were awarded a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for Recording at 1770 Vine Street in Hollywood, California. |
5 | Was hospitalized in Britain after getting ill from ingesting water contaminated with elephant urine during shooting for the video "Hungry like the Wolf". |
6 | Rejoined Duran Duran in 2001 and released the album Astronaut with the original lineup of John Taylor, Roger Taylor, Simon Le Bon and Nick Rhodes in October of 2004. |
7 | He was guitarist in the band, Duran Duran. |
Soundtrack
Title | Year | Status | Character |
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True Memoirs of an International Assassin | 2016 | writer: "Hungry Like the Wolf" | |
Who's Doing the Dishes? | 2016 | TV Series writer - 5 episodes | |
Roadies | 2016 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon | 2015-2016 | TV Series writer - 2 episodes | |
Sing Street | 2016 | writer: "Rio" | |
Conan | 2016 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
Atop the Fourth Wall | 2015 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
Deutschland 83 | 2015 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
Britain's Got More Talent | 2015 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
Man Up | 2015/I | writer: "The Reflex" | |
Stalker | 2014 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
Dancing on Ice | TV Series performer - 2 episodes, 2014 writer - 2 episodes, 2014 | ||
Misfits | 2013 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
One Hit Wonderland | 2012-2013 | TV Series documentary writer - 3 episodes | |
Doctor Who | 2013 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
Lost Girl | 2013 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
The X Factor | 2012 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
Glee | 2012 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
20 to 1 | 2010-2011 | TV Series documentary writer - 2 episodes | |
Late Night with Jimmy Fallon | 2011 | TV Series writer - 2 episodes | |
Take Me Home Tonight | 2011 | writer: "Hungry Like The Wolf" | |
Hewy's Animated Movie Reviews | 2010 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
Brad Tries... | 2010 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
Formula 1: BBC Sport | 2010 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
Greenberg | 2010 | writer: "The Chauffeur" | |
Live from Studio Five | 2010 | TV Series performer - 1 episode | |
Guitar Hero 5 | 2009 | Video Game writer: "Hungry Like The Wolf" | |
Chuck | 2009 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
Everybody Hates Chris | 2007-2008 | TV Series writer - 2 episodes | |
Karaoke Revolution Presents: American Idol Encore | 2008 | Video Game lyrics: "Rio" / music: "Rio" | |
The Simpsons | 2008 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
SingStar '80s | 2007 | Video Game writer: "Rio" | |
How to Rob a Bank (and 10 Tips to Actually Get Away with It) | 2007 | writer: "Hungy Like the Wolf" - as A. Taylor | |
Son of Rambow | 2007 | writer: "Wild Boys" | |
Karaoke Revolution Presents: American Idol | 2007 | Video Game "Hungry Like the Wolf" | |
Dancing with the Stars | 2006 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
Notte prima degli esami | 2006 | as A. Taylor, "The Wild Boys", "Save a Prayer" | |
The Shield | 2005 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
Las Vegas | 2005 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
Slovensko hladá SuperStar | 2004 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
New Zealand Idol | 2004 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
Keen Eddie | 2004 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
Wonderland | 2003 | writer: "Girls on Film" 1981 | |
American Wedding | 2003 | writer: "Reflex" | |
Old School | 2003 | writer: "Hungry Like the Wolf" | |
Big Fat Liar | 2002 | writer: "Hungry Like the Wolf" | |
South Park | 1999 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
Duran Duran: Greatest - The Videos | 1999 | Video documentary writer: "Planet Earth", "Girls On Film Long Uncensored Version", "The Chauffeur", "Hungry Like The Wolf", "Save A Prayer", "Rio", "Is There Something I Should Know?", "Union Of The Snake", "New Moon On Monday E.P. Version", "The Reflex", "Wild Boys 7" Edit Version", "A View To A Kill", "Burning The Ground" | |
Stars in Their Eyes | 1997 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
Space Riders | 1988 | writer: "Hungry Like a Wolf" | |
Tequila Sunrise | 1988 | performer: "Dead On the Money" / writer: "Dead On the Money" | |
Miami Vice | TV Series performer - 1 episode, 1986 writer - 1 episode, 1986 | ||
American Anthem | 1986 | performer: "Take it Easy", "Angel Eyes", "Wings of Love" / writer: "Take it Easy", "Angel Eyes", "Wings of Love" | |
The Power Station Video | 1986 | Video documentary short writer: "Some Like It Hot", "Communication" | |
Commando | 1985 | music: "WE FIGHT FOR LOVE" / producer: "WE FIGHT FOR LOVE" | |
Live Aid | 1985 | TV Special documentary writer: "Murderess" | |
The Power Station: Communication | 1985 | Video short writer: "Communication" | |
Top of the Pops | 1981 | TV Series writer - 1 episode |
Actor
Title | Year | Status | Character |
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The Power Station: Communication | 1985 | Video short | Andy Taylor |
The Power Station: Get It On (Bang a Gong) | 1985 | Video short | Andy Taylor |
The Power Station: Some Like It Hot | 1985 | Video short | Andy Taylor |
Duran Duran: Rio | 1982 | Video short |
Composer
Title | Year | Status | Character |
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The Power Station: Communication | 1985 | Video short | |
The Power Station: Some Like It Hot | 1985 | Video short |
Music Department
Title | Year | Status | Character |
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Thunder: Flawed to Perfection: Video Collection 1990-1995 | 2005 | Video composer: song "Shes So Fine" | |
Arena | 1985 | Video music producer - as Duran Duran |
Self
Title | Year | Status | Character |
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The Wright Stuff | 2008 | TV Series | Himself - Guest Panelist |
Duran Duran: Live from London | 2005 | Video | Himself |
Late Night with Conan O'Brien | 2005 | TV Series | Himself |
Jimmy Kimmel Live! | 2005 | TV Series | Himself |
Live with Kelly and Michael | 2004-2005 | TV Series | Himself |
The Tony Danza Show | 2004 | TV Series | Himself |
SingStar Party | 2004 | Video Game | Himself (as Duran Duran) |
The Late Late Show with Craig Kilborn | 2004 | TV Series | Himself |
Duran Duran: Live at Wembley | 2004 | Video short | Himself (as Duran Duran) |
Pulse | 2004 | TV Series documentary | Himself |
Friday Night with Jonathan Ross | 2004 | TV Series | Himself - Performer |
The Ultimate Pop Star | 2004 | TV Movie | Himself |
Brit Awards 2004 | 2004 | TV Movie documentary | Winner - Outstanding Contribution to Music - (1 Brit Award) (as Duran Duran) |
MTV Video Music Awards Opening Act | 2003 | TV Special | Himself |
25 Years of Smash Hits | 2003 | TV Movie documentary | Himself |
Behind the Music | 1999 | TV Series documentary | Himself |
Duran Duran: Greatest - The Videos | 1999 | Video documentary | Himself |
The Music Game | 1993 | TV Series | Himself |
Duran Duran: Decade | 1991 | Video | Himself (as Duran Duran) |
Belinda Carlisle: Runaway Videos | 1990 | Video short | Himself (uncredited) |
Especial Nochevieja 1988: ¡Hola, hola 89! | 1989 | TV Movie | Himself - Performer (as Duran Duran) |
Tocata | 1984-1986 | TV Series | Himself |
Belinda | 1986 | Video documentary | Himself - Special guest |
The Power Station Video | 1986 | Video documentary short | Andy Taylor |
Arena | 1985 | Video | Himself |
MTV Video Music Awards 1985 | 1985 | TV Special | Himself - Presenter |
Live Aid | 1985 | TV Special documentary | Himself (as Duran Duran/Power Station) |
The War to Settle the Score | 1985 | TV Movie | Himself |
Pop Quiz | 1984 | TV Series | Himself |
Musikladen | 1984 | TV Series | Himself |
Sing Blue Silver | 1984 | Video | Himself |
The Tube | 1983 | TV Series | Himself |
Duran Duran: Hungry Like the Wolf | 1982 | Video short | Himself |
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