Andy Taylor Net Worth

Publish date: 2024-05-18

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 BirthFebruary 16, 1961
Place Of BirthCullercoats, Northumberland, England
Height1.83 m
Weight76 kg
ProfessionGuitarist
EducationMarden High School
NationalityEnglish, British
SpouseTracey Wilson
ChildrenGeorgina Taylor, Andrew Taylor, Isabella Taylor, Bethany Taylor
IMDBhttp://www.imdb.com/name/nm0851976/
Allmusichttp://www.allmusic.com/artist/andy-taylor-mn0000031546
Music GroupsDuran Duran, The Power Station, Band Aid, Ordinary World, Hungry Like The Wolf, Come Undone
NominationsGolden Globe Award for Best Original Song, 30. Mayberry R.F.D., 29. A Girl for Goober, 28. Opie and Mike
#Trademark
1Wears dark shades
#Quote
1I'd always felt like being weird, but there was no one to be weird with in Newcastle.
2He's got very big feet, John (John Taylor). Possibly one of the biggest pairs of feet I've ever seen.
3Genuine 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
1The 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]
2currently 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]
3Currently working on Duran Duran's new album in London. [March 2006]
4He and Duran Duran were awarded a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for Recording at 1770 Vine Street in Hollywood, California.
5Was hospitalized in Britain after getting ill from ingesting water contaminated with elephant urine during shooting for the video "Hungry like the Wolf".
6Rejoined 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.
7He was guitarist in the band, Duran Duran.

Soundtrack

TitleYearStatusCharacter
True Memoirs of an International Assassin2016writer: "Hungry Like the Wolf"
Who's Doing the Dishes?2016TV Series writer - 5 episodes
Roadies2016TV Series writer - 1 episode
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon2015-2016TV Series writer - 2 episodes
Sing Street2016writer: "Rio"
Conan2016TV Series writer - 1 episode
Atop the Fourth Wall2015TV Series writer - 1 episode
Deutschland 832015TV Series writer - 1 episode
Britain's Got More Talent2015TV Series writer - 1 episode
Man Up2015/Iwriter: "The Reflex"
Stalker2014TV Series writer - 1 episode
Dancing on IceTV Series performer - 2 episodes, 2014 writer - 2 episodes, 2014
Misfits2013TV Series writer - 1 episode
One Hit Wonderland2012-2013TV Series documentary writer - 3 episodes
Doctor Who2013TV Series writer - 1 episode
Lost Girl2013TV Series writer - 1 episode
The X Factor2012TV Series writer - 1 episode
Glee2012TV Series writer - 1 episode
20 to 12010-2011TV Series documentary writer - 2 episodes
Late Night with Jimmy Fallon2011TV Series writer - 2 episodes
Take Me Home Tonight2011writer: "Hungry Like The Wolf"
Hewy's Animated Movie Reviews2010TV Series writer - 1 episode
Brad Tries...2010TV Series writer - 1 episode
Formula 1: BBC Sport2010TV Series writer - 1 episode
Greenberg2010writer: "The Chauffeur"
Live from Studio Five2010TV Series performer - 1 episode
Guitar Hero 52009Video Game writer: "Hungry Like The Wolf"
Chuck2009TV Series writer - 1 episode
Everybody Hates Chris2007-2008TV Series writer - 2 episodes
Karaoke Revolution Presents: American Idol Encore2008Video Game lyrics: "Rio" / music: "Rio"
The Simpsons2008TV Series writer - 1 episode
SingStar '80s2007Video Game writer: "Rio"
How to Rob a Bank (and 10 Tips to Actually Get Away with It)2007writer: "Hungy Like the Wolf" - as A. Taylor
Son of Rambow2007writer: "Wild Boys"
Karaoke Revolution Presents: American Idol2007Video Game "Hungry Like the Wolf"
Dancing with the Stars2006TV Series writer - 1 episode
Notte prima degli esami2006as A. Taylor, "The Wild Boys", "Save a Prayer"
The Shield2005TV Series writer - 1 episode
Las Vegas2005TV Series writer - 1 episode
Slovensko hladá SuperStar2004TV Series writer - 1 episode
New Zealand Idol2004TV Series writer - 1 episode
Keen Eddie2004TV Series writer - 1 episode
Wonderland2003writer: "Girls on Film" 1981
American Wedding2003writer: "Reflex"
Old School2003writer: "Hungry Like the Wolf"
Big Fat Liar2002writer: "Hungry Like the Wolf"
South Park1999TV Series writer - 1 episode
Duran Duran: Greatest - The Videos1999Video 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 Eyes1997TV Series writer - 1 episode
Space Riders1988writer: "Hungry Like a Wolf"
Tequila Sunrise1988performer: "Dead On the Money" / writer: "Dead On the Money"
Miami ViceTV Series performer - 1 episode, 1986 writer - 1 episode, 1986
American Anthem1986performer: "Take it Easy", "Angel Eyes", "Wings of Love" / writer: "Take it Easy", "Angel Eyes", "Wings of Love"
The Power Station Video1986Video documentary short writer: "Some Like It Hot", "Communication"
Commando1985music: "WE FIGHT FOR LOVE" / producer: "WE FIGHT FOR LOVE"
Live Aid1985TV Special documentary writer: "Murderess"
The Power Station: Communication1985Video short writer: "Communication"
Top of the Pops1981TV Series writer - 1 episode

Actor

TitleYearStatusCharacter
The Power Station: Communication1985Video shortAndy Taylor
The Power Station: Get It On (Bang a Gong)1985Video shortAndy Taylor
The Power Station: Some Like It Hot1985Video shortAndy Taylor
Duran Duran: Rio1982Video short

Composer

TitleYearStatusCharacter
The Power Station: Communication1985Video short
The Power Station: Some Like It Hot1985Video short

Music Department

TitleYearStatusCharacter
Thunder: Flawed to Perfection: Video Collection 1990-19952005Video composer: song "Shes So Fine"
Arena1985Video music producer - as Duran Duran

Self

TitleYearStatusCharacter
The Wright Stuff2008TV SeriesHimself - Guest Panelist
Duran Duran: Live from London2005VideoHimself
Late Night with Conan O'Brien2005TV SeriesHimself
Jimmy Kimmel Live!2005TV SeriesHimself
Live with Kelly and Michael2004-2005TV SeriesHimself
The Tony Danza Show2004TV SeriesHimself
SingStar Party2004Video GameHimself (as Duran Duran)
The Late Late Show with Craig Kilborn2004TV SeriesHimself
Duran Duran: Live at Wembley2004Video shortHimself (as Duran Duran)
Pulse2004TV Series documentaryHimself
Friday Night with Jonathan Ross2004TV SeriesHimself - Performer
The Ultimate Pop Star2004TV MovieHimself
Brit Awards 20042004TV Movie documentaryWinner - Outstanding Contribution to Music - (1 Brit Award) (as Duran Duran)
MTV Video Music Awards Opening Act2003TV SpecialHimself
25 Years of Smash Hits2003TV Movie documentaryHimself
Behind the Music1999TV Series documentaryHimself
Duran Duran: Greatest - The Videos1999Video documentaryHimself
The Music Game1993TV SeriesHimself
Duran Duran: Decade1991VideoHimself (as Duran Duran)
Belinda Carlisle: Runaway Videos1990Video shortHimself (uncredited)
Especial Nochevieja 1988: ¡Hola, hola 89!1989TV MovieHimself - Performer (as Duran Duran)
Tocata1984-1986TV SeriesHimself
Belinda1986Video documentaryHimself - Special guest
The Power Station Video1986Video documentary shortAndy Taylor
Arena1985VideoHimself
MTV Video Music Awards 19851985TV SpecialHimself - Presenter
Live Aid1985TV Special documentaryHimself (as Duran Duran/Power Station)
The War to Settle the Score1985TV MovieHimself
Pop Quiz1984TV SeriesHimself
Musikladen1984TV SeriesHimself
Sing Blue Silver1984VideoHimself
The Tube1983TV SeriesHimself
Duran Duran: Hungry Like the Wolf1982Video shortHimself

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