Christopher Cross Net Worth

What is Christopher Cross's Net Worth?

Christopher Cross, esteemed singer, songwriter, and musician, boasts a net worth of $10 million. His rise to prominence began in 1979 with his debut album, winning five Grammy Awards. His iconic singles include "Sailing" and "Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do)," the latter securing an Academy Award for Best Original Song. Cross's notable albums also comprise "Back of My Mind," "Walking in Avalon," "Doctor Faith," and "Take Me As I Am."

Early Life and Career Beginnings

Born Christopher Charles Geppert on May 3, 1951, in San Antonio, Texas, he spent much of his childhood in Terrell Hills. Known as an Army brat, his father was a pediatrician for the United States Army, and even served as physician for President Eisenhower's grandchildren. Christopher attended Alamo Heights High School, where he was active in football and track. After graduating, he joined the local cover band Flash and played guitar at a Deep Purple concert in 1970, stepping in for an indisposed Ritchie Blackmore. In 1978, Cross signed a solo contract with Warner Bros. Records.

Debut Album Breakthrough

Christopher Cross's self-titled debut album in 1979 catapulted him to stardom, producing top-20 Billboard Hot 100 hits like "Ride Like the Wind," "Never Be the Same," and "Say You'll Be Mine." The album's standout track, "Sailing," soared to number one. For his debut effort, Cross secured five Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year, Record of the Year, Song of the Year, and Best New Artist, making history as the first artist to win all four general field awards in a single ceremony.

"Arthur's Theme"

In 1981, Cross released his immensely popular track "Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do)," co-written with Burt Bacharach, Carole Bayer Sager, and Peter Allen for the film "Arthur." The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and earned an Academy Award for Best Original Song.

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"Another Page"

In 1983, Cross followed up his initial success with the release of his second album, "Another Page." Although it did not match the groundbreaking achievements of his debut, it still gave rise to top-20 Billboard Hot 100 singles "Think of Laura" and "All Right." The latter was famously used by CBS Sports in its NCAA Men's Division I highlights montage.

Career Decline

The mid-80s saw a decline in Cross's career as his soft rock style waned in popularity with the advent of MTV and edgier musical genres. Attempting to adapt, Cross released "Every Turn of the World" in 1985 with a heavier rock sound, though it failed to produce top-40 hits. "Back of My Mind" followed in 1988 but also did not chart in the US.

Throughout the 90s, Cross continued to release critically praised but commercially unsuccessful albums such as "Rendezvous," "Window," and "Walking in Avalon." He also toured with various artists during this time.

Albums in the 2000s

Cross entered the 2000s with the release of his eighth studio album, "Red Room," in 2000. This was followed by compilation albums "Definitive Christopher Cross" and "The Very Best of Christopher Cross" in 2001 and 2002, respectively. In 2007, he released "A Christopher Cross Christmas," and later an acoustic album of his hits titled "The Café Carlyle Sessions." His more recent albums include "Doctor Faith," "A Night in Paris," "Secret Ladder," and "Take Me As I Am," the latter two issued under his own label, Christopher Cross Records.

Music Collaborations

In addition to his solo work, Cross has collaborated with a multitude of artists. In the 80s, he provided background vocals for tracks like the Alessi Brothers' "Forever," Olivia Newton-John's "You Were Great, How Was I?," David Lee Roth's "California Girls," and Brian Wilson's "Night Time." Other collaborations include working with Alan Parsons on "So Far Away," Alabama on "Love Remains," Jeff Golub on "How Long," and Eric Johnson on "Imagination of You." He also played bassoon and the French horn on the Monsterland track "Peanut Butter Karma."

In 2002, Cross joined the "A Walk Down Abbey Road" tour alongside artists like Mark Farner, Jack Bruce, Alan Parsons, Todd Rundgren, and Eric Carmen. He returned the following year, joined by Joey Molland and Denny Laine.

Personal Life

Christopher Cross married Roseanne Harrison in 1973, with whom he had a son before divorcing in 1982. He later married Jan Bunch in 1988, and they had a son and daughter before divorcing in 2007.

In April 2020, Cross revealed via Facebook that he had tested positive for COVID-19. Subsequently, he shared on Twitter that he had lost the use of his legs due to Guillain-Barré syndrome, a condition triggered by the virus. Cross continues to experience lingering effects of the virus as a long-haul survivor.