Phil Collen

Quick Facts

Full Name	Phil Collen
Occupation	Guitarist
Date Of Birth	Dec 8, 1957(1957-12-08)
Age	67
Birthplace	England
Country	United Kingdom
Birth City	England
Horoscope	Sagittarius

Phil Collen Biography

Phil Collen is one of the most popular and richest Guitarist who was born on December 8, 1957 in England, England, United Kingdom. Lead guitarist and backing vocalist for the rock band Def Leppard.

He performed on a tribute album, Jeffology: A Guitar Chronicle, for Jeff Beck.

During the 1980s, Collen quit drinking alcohol, which he had developed into a serious addiction, stopped eating meat, and adopted a generally healthy lifestyle. According to Collen, he began suffering from blackouts due to alcohol and quit when he realized that he was losing control of his addiction, which was starting to dominate his life. In contrast, Clark did not follow such standards and died due to alcohol abuse in early 1991.

Before Collen’s entrance into Def Leppard on 12 July 1982 during the recording of Pyromania, he had previously been asked to consider joining the band during the 1981 tour for High ‘n’ Dry by Joe Elliott and Steve Clark, whom he knew at the time. Despite this invitation, there was no need to replace Pete Willis yet and as a result, Collen stayed as a member of Girl for the time being.

He has three children from previous relationships and was married to Helen L. Simmons.

Phil Collen Net Worth

Phil Collen is one of the richest Guitarist from United Kingdom. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Phil Collen 's net worth $20 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He played for various bands since the age of sixteen, including Dumb Blondes.

He was in the band Man Raze with former Sex Pistols drummer and bassist Paul Cook.

Philip Kenneth Collen (born 8 December 1957) is an English musician. He is the co-lead guitarist for the rock band Def Leppard, joining the band in 1982 during the recording of the Pyromania album.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Phil Collen height 5 ft 7 in Phil weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Phil Collen Dating?

According to our records, Phil Collen married to Helen L. Simmons , Anita Thomas , Jacqueline Collen. As of December 1, 2023, Phil Collen’s is not dating anyone.

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In 1993, Collen executive produced the album Sublime to the Ridiculous for the band, Sheer Greed, composed of former members of Girl, an act Collen was also associated earlier in his career.

Facts & Trivia

Phil Ranked on the list of most popular Guitarist. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United Kingdom. Phil Collen celebrates birthday on December 8 of every year.

Collen has also worked in side projects with Def Leppard singer Joe Elliott. One of these recent projects was a tribute to David Bowie and Mick Ronson. He and Elliott also joined with Trevor Bolder and Mick “Woody” Woodmansey from Spiders from Mars and keyboardist Dick Decent to form the band Cybernauts. In 2001 they released a live album of Bowie songs.

Top Facts about Phil Collen

1. Phil Collen is a British guitarist for Def Leppard.
2. He joined the band in 1982, replacing Pete Willis.
3. Collen co-wrote many of Def Leppard’s biggest hits.
4. He also played guitar on “Tears” by The Chameleons.
5. Collen has been a vegetarian since the age of 14.
6. He is known for his muscular physique and fitness regimen.
7. In addition to music, he is passionate about cars and racing.
8. Collen was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with Def Leppard in 2019.
9. He has been married twice and has six children.
10. Collen continues to tour and record with Def Leppard today.

What disease does Phil Collen have?

Collen is also colorblind. Collen has been training extensively in martial arts for over 20 years. He began his martial arts training in Kempo Karate, earning a black belt. He also has studied kickboxing with Benny Urquidez and Muay Thai with Jean Carillo.

How rich is Phil Collen?

Net Worth: $20 Million
Date of Birth:| Dec 8, 1957 (64 years old)
Gender:| Male
Height:| 5 ft 7 in (1.702 m)
Profession:| Musician, Guitarist, Songwriter

What guitar did Phil Collen play?

The Jackson PC1 is my signature model and favorite guitar of all-time. I’ve used Jacksons for 30 years now, and I still tour with my first one. I’m playing this crazy neck-through version – a hybrid Strat that does everything a Les Paul does and everything a Strat does, and more.

How did Phil Collen join Def Leppard?

He started playing guitar in 1972 after attending a Deep Purple concert in Brixton. Playing with various bands in venues like the famous Marquee Club by 1976 and joining Girl in 1979. He joined Def Leppard in July 1982 after the departure of original guitarist Pete Willis during the making of Pyromania.

What is Pete Willis doing now?

As of 2003, Willis left the music business. He now runs his own property management company in Sheffield.