Michael Anthony
- January 4, 2024
- Bassist
Quick Facts
| Full Name | Michael Anthony |
| Occupation | Bassist |
| Date Of Birth | Jun 20, 1954(1954-06-20) |
| Age | 70 |
| Birthplace | Chicago |
| Country | United States |
| Birth City | Illinois |
| Horoscope | Gemini |
Michael Anthony Biography
| Name | Michael Anthony |
| Birthday | Jun 20 |
| Birth Year | 1954 |
| Place Of Birth | Chicago |
| Home Town | Illinois |
| Birth Country | United States |
| Birth Sign | Gemini |
| Spouse | Susan Hendry |
| Children(s) | Elisha Sobolewski, Taylor Sobolewski |
Michael Anthony is one of the most popular and richest Bassist who was born on June 20, 1954 in Chicago, Illinois, United States. American musician best known as the bassist for rock band Van Halen. He began playing for supergroup Chickenfoot in 2006.
He and Eddie Van Halen attended Pasadena City College together.
In 1974, Eddie Van Halen, Alex Van Halen, David Lee Roth and Anthony became known as Van Halen, dropping the name Mammoth when they discovered another local band using that moniker. They were signed to Warner Bros. in 1977 and released their self-titled debut album on February 8, 1978. The band released a total of ten studio albums from 1978–1995 and a live album in 1993. There were also two compilations released, with a combined total of five new songs, during Anthony’s tenure with the band.
Anthony has been married to his wife Sue since 1981. Both attended Arcadia High School and they have two daughters: Elisha (born 1985) and Taylor (born 1992). Anthony and his family reside in Newport Beach, California.
He was born in Chicago, Illinois and his interest in guitar playing was nurtured by his father. He has two daughters, Elisha and Taylor, with his wife Sue.
Michael Anthony Net Worth
| Net Worth | $70 Million |
| Source Of Income | Bassist |
| House | Living in own house. |
Michael Anthony is one of the richest Bassist from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Michael Anthony 's net worth $70 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
Since most of his friends in high school were already playing guitar, he picked up the bass and began by imitating Jack Bruce of Cream.
He was said to have a collection of 150 bass guitars, including one made by the spirit maker Jack Daniels, which is shaped like a whiskey bottle.
Michael Anthony Sobolewski (born June 20, 1954) is an American musician who is currently the bassist and backing vocalist for the rock supergroups Chickenfoot and the Circle. Anthony was previously the bassist and background vocalist for Van Halen from 1974 to 2006.
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Who is Michael Anthony Dating?
According to our records, Michael Anthony married to Susan Hendry. As of December 1, 2023, Michael Anthony’s is not dating anyone.
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Anthony began periodic appearances with Sammy Hagar during his solo tours. He usually played as part of both the Waboritas and Los Tres Gusanos, two of Hagar’s bands. During 2002’s Roth/Hagar tour (otherwise known as the “Sans Halen” or “Sam and Dave” tour), both Anthony and ex-Van Halen vocalist Gary Cherone made guest appearances at concerts, sometimes together.
Facts & Trivia
Michael Ranked on the list of most popular Bassist. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Michael Anthony celebrates birthday on June 20 of every year.
Anthony now states in media interviews that he has not spoken to the Van Halen brothers since the 2004 tour, except to Alex at Van Halen drum tech Greg Emerson’s funeral. He has also speculated that since the brothers were not pleased with Hagar’s commercial ventures such as the Cabo Wabo product line, their similar displeasure with Anthony’s hot sauce brand may have caused the rift that ultimately separated Hagar and Anthony from the band.