Kevin Cronin
- January 4, 2024
- Rock Singer
Quick Facts
Full Name | Kevin Cronin |
Occupation | Rock Singer |
Date Of Birth | Oct 6, 1951(1951-10-06) |
Age | 73 |
Birthplace | Evanston |
Country | United States |
Birth City | Illinois |
Horoscope | Libra |
Kevin Cronin Biography
Name | Kevin Cronin |
Birthday | Oct 6 |
Birth Year | 1951 |
Place Of Birth | Evanston |
Home Town | Illinois |
Birth Country | United States |
Birth Sign | Libra |
Spouse | Lisa Cronin |
Children(s) | Holly Cronin, Paris Cronin, Josh Cronin, Shane Cronin |
Kevin Cronin is one of the most popular and richest Rock Singer who was born on October 6, 1951 in Evanston, Illinois, United States. American guitarist and lead singer for the rock band REO Speedwagon who wrote “Keep on Loving You” and “Can’t Fight This Feeling.”
He competed on a celebrity episode of Don’t Forget the Lyrics!, but he could not remember the lyrics to Donna Summer‘s song, “Last Dance.”
Cronin’s return came after Greg X. Volz turned down the position for lead vocals due to his conversion to Christianity. The band’s success hit its peak in the late 1970s and early 1980s, but are still releasing records such as Find Your Own Way Home in 2007. Their most famous album, Hi Infidelity, sold over 10 million copies. Kevin has stated in various interviews that they “play for free but get paid for the traveling”. He has written or co-written many of the band’s hit songs such as “Keep on Loving You”, “Can’t Fight This Feeling”, “Keep the Fire Burnin'”, “I Do’ Wanna Know”, “Keep Pushin'”, “Roll With the Changes”, “Time for Me to Fly”, “Here With Me”, “In My Dreams”, and “Don’t Let Him Go”.
Cronin joined REO Speedwagon shortly after the group recorded its debut album in 1971. He recorded one album with the band, 1972’s R.E.O./T.W.O., but left the band soon after because of missed rehearsals and creative disagreements. Cronin returned to the fold in 1976.
He married Lisa Cronin in 1992.
Kevin Cronin Net Worth
Net Worth | $25 Million |
Source Of Income | Rock Singer |
House | Living in own house. |
Kevin Cronin is one of the richest Rock Singer from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Kevin Cronin 's net worth $25 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
He was first chosen as the second lead singer of REO Speedwagon at age twenty in 1971.
He helped REO Speedwagon release five Platinum-selling hit albums, including Wheels Are Turnin’.
Kevin Patrick Cronin (born October 6, 1951) is the lead vocalist, rhythm guitarist, and occasional pianist for the American rock band, REO Speedwagon. REO Speedwagon had several hits on the Billboard Hot 100 throughout the 1970s and 1980s, including two chart-toppers written by Cronin: “Keep on Loving You” (1981) and “Can’t Fight This Feeling” (1985).
Height, Weight & Body Measurements
Height | 5 ft 10 in |
Kevin Cronin height 5 ft 10 in Kevin weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.
Who is Kevin Cronin Dating?
According to our records, Kevin Cronin married to Lisa Cronin. As of December 1, 2023, Kevin Cronin’s is not dating anyone.
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Facts & Trivia
Kevin Ranked on the list of most popular Rock Singer. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Kevin Cronin celebrates birthday on October 6 of every year.
Why did Kevin Cronin leave REO Speedwagon?
Career. Cronin joined REO Speedwagon shortly after the group recorded its debut album in 1971. He recorded one album with the band, 1972’s R.E.O./T.W.O., but left the band soon after because of missed rehearsals and creative disagreements. Following a brief solo career, Cronin returned to the fold in 1976.
How many original members are still with REO Speedwagon?
The current lineup of REO Speedwagon consists of Cronin, original member Neal Doughty (keyboards), Bruce Hall (bass), Dave Amato (lead guitar) and Bryan Hitt (drums). Notably, these five band members have been together since 1989.
How long has Kevin Cronin been with REO Speedwagon?
Kevin Cronin is celebrating 50 years of ridin’ the storm out with REO Speedwagon this year — an anniversary the frontman tells UCR crept up on him. “That was an anniversary that didn’t even cross my radar screen,” Cronin says.
What is REO Speedwagon stand for?
First introduced in 1915, production continued through at least 1953, and made REO (the initials of its founder, Ransom Eli Olds ) one of the better- known manufacturers of commercial vehicles in America prior to World War II.
How rich is Kevin Cronin?
Net Worth:$25 Million
Height:| 5 ft 9 in (1.77 m)
Profession:| Singer, Record producer, Musician, Songwriter, Guitarist
Nationality:| United States of America