What is Chris de Burgh's Net Worth?
Chris de Burgh, born Christopher John Davison on October 15, 1948, in Venado Tuerto, Santa Fe Province, Argentina, is a renowned British-Irish singer-songwriter with an impressive net worth of $50 million. Widely celebrated for his 1986 hit "The Lady in Red," Chris adopted his mother's maiden name when he embarked upon his musical journey.
Early Life and Education
Chris de Burgh graduated with a Master of Arts from Trinity College, Dublin. His initial foray into the music industry began in 1974 when he signed his first record deal with A&M Records and subsequently supported Supertramp on their Crime of the Century tour. His debut album, Far Beyond These Castle Walls, was released in 1975.
Musical Journey
Despite the initial challenge of not charting in the U.S. or the UK during the 70s, Chris found success in European and South American markets. By 1982, his album The Getaway achieved #30 in the UK and #42 in the U.S., followed by Man on the Line with a peak of E11 in the UK.
The Breakthrough: "The Lady in Red"
1986 marked a significant milestone in Chris's career with the release of his album Into the Light, featuring the hit single "The Lady in Red." The song topped charts in Canada, Ireland, Norway, and the UK, and reached #3 in the United States.
Recent Works and Ventures
Over his prolific career, Chris de Burgh has released a total of 20 studio albums. Additionally, he established his label, Ferryman Productions. In a noteworthy venture beyond music, bottles from his personal wine cellar sold for over $500,000 in 2011.
