What is Andy Biersack's net worth?
Andy Biersack is an American singer and pianist with a net worth of $4 million. Born in Cincinnati, Ohio, in December 1990, Andy founded the rock band Black Veil Brides and remains their lead vocalist. In 2014, he launched his solo music project, Andy Black. Black Veil Brides was established in 2006, releasing their debut album "We Stitch These Wounds" in 2010, which reached #1 on the US Indie chart. Subsequent albums consistently charted high, including "Set the World on Fire" and "Wretched and Divine: The Story of the Wild Ones".
Early Life
Andrew Dennis Biersack was born to Chris and Amy Biersack. Attending a Catholic elementary school, he faced bullying due to his unique fashion sense and musical taste, favoring bands like Kiss and Avenged Sevenfold. He later attended Cincinnati's School for Creative and Performing Arts, majoring in drama and vocal music. At 18, Biersack left school to pursue his dream in Los Angeles.
Black Veil Brides
Formed at age 14, Biersack's band evolved into Black Veil Brides. They signed with StandBy Records in 2009, embarking on their first US tour and releasing the video "Knives and Pens," amassing over 200 million views. Their debut album "We Stitch These Wounds" sold over 13,000 copies in the first week. They followed with "Set the World on Fire" in 2011, and their third album "Wretched and Divine: The Story of the Wild Ones." Subsequent albums, including "Vale" and "The Phantom Tomorrow," continued their success.
Andy Black
In May 2014, Biersack announced his solo project as Andy Black. Aimed to produce a unique sound diverging from Black Veil Brides, he released his debut single "They Don't Need to Understand." His solo debut album "The Shadow Side" was released on May 6, 2016, followed by "The Ghost of Ohio" in 2019.
Stage Injuries
Biersack's energetic performances have resulted in multiple injuries. In June 2011, he fell from a 15-foot pillar and suffered severe injuries, including shattered ribs. He later broke his nose during a performance in Luxembourg but quickly returned to the stage.
Other Ventures
Biersack has also pursued acting, appearing in commercials and the web series "Average Joe." He co-starred in the film "American Satan" and co-wrote the graphic novel "Ghost of Ohio." His autobiography, "They Don't Need to Understand," was published in 2020. Additionally, he has voiced Batman in the Dark Nights: Death Metal mini-series.
Accolades
Biersack was included in Revolver Magazine's 100 Greatest Living Rock Stars in 2011. He received nominations for Best Vocalist at Revolver Magazine's Golden God Awards and the Kerrang! Award for Hottest Male in 2012. That year, he also ranked 4th in Kerrang!'s 50 Greatest Rock Stars in the World Today list.
Personal Life
Biersack initially went by "Andy Six" before reverting to his birth name around 2011. A comic book fan, he enjoys titles like Batman: Knightfall and V for Vendetta. In 2016, he and his wife, Juliet Simms, were involved in an altercation on a flight, but they later released statements affirming their commitment to resolving their issues.