What is Pete Burns' Net Worth?
Pete Burns was a British singer-songwriter who had a net worth of -$250 thousand at the time of his death in 2016. He was best known as the lead singer of the band Dead or Alive.
Early Life and Rise to Fame
Born in Port Sunlight, Wirral, United Kingdom, Pete Burns rose to fame as the founder and lead singer of Dead or Alive. The group is best known for their hit single, You Spin Me Round (Like a Record), released in 1985. Burns was also noted for his changing appearance due to extensive plastic surgeries and tattoos.
Career Highlights
After a period away from the public eye during the 1990s, Burns re-emerged in the mid-2000s. In 2006, he appeared on the reality TV show Celebrity Big Brother, where his controversial presence sparked much attention. He also appeared on Celebrity Wife Swap and starred in his own show, Pete's PA. In 2010, he released a solo single, though no further music followed.
Personal Life
Burns was married to hairdresser Lynn Corlett from 1978 until their divorce in 2006. Later that same year, he married his boyfriend. Burns was known for undergoing over 300 cosmetic surgery procedures to alter his physical appearance.
Death and Financial Struggles
Pete Burns tragically passed away on October 23, 2016, at 57 due to cardiac arrest. In the years before his death, he experienced significant legal and financial troubles. Burns was declared bankrupt in 2014, and a year later, he was evicted from his apartment for failing to pay $40,000 in rent. At his death, Burns' estate was approximately $250,000 in debt.
