What is Sara Dallin's Net Worth?
Sara Dallin is an English singer and songwriter who has a net worth of $8 million. She is best known for being a founding member of the iconic group Bananarama.
Bananarama, founded in 1981, debuted their studio album "Deep Sea Skiving" in 1983, reaching #7 on the U.K. charts. The group has a rich discography of 11 studio albums, numerous compilations, and over 30 singles. They have sold over 40 million records globally. Their chart-topping singles like "Cruel Summer," "Venus," "I Heard a Rumour," and "Love in the First Degree" have cemented their place in pop music history. Bananarama secured their first major accolade in the Guinness Book of World Records as the all-female group with the most chart entries globally.
Early Life
Sara Elizabeth Dallin, born on December 17, 1961, in Bristol, England, co-founded Bananarama in 1981 with childhood friends Keren Woodward and Siobhan Fahey. Blending pop with post-punk and new wave elements, their debut single "Aie a Mwana" caught the attention of Demon Records.
In 1984, their self-titled second album catapulted them to fame, featuring hits like "Cruel Summer," which peaked at number 9 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100. Their collaboration with the production trio Stock Aitken Waterman for the 1987 album "Wow!" produced major hits like "Love in the First Degree" and "I Heard a Rumour," solidifying their influence in pop music.
In 1988, Fahey's departure led Dallin and Woodward to continue as a duo, later adding Jacquie O'Sullivan. The band produced hits throughout the late 80s and early 90s, including a memorable cover of The Beatles' "Help!" for Comic Relief. After O'Sullivan's departure in 1991, Dallin and Woodward continued as a duo, releasing several albums over the next two decades.
Dallin has co-written many of Bananarama's songs, showcasing her versatile musical talents. Although she has never pursued a solo career, her contributions have been invaluable to the group's success and musical style.
In 2017, the original Bananarama lineup reunited for the "Original Line-up Tour," performing to widespread acclaim. This reunion highlighted the band's significant influence on pop music and has solidified their enduring legacy.
Personal Life
Sara Dallin had a child with former Bananarama dancer Bassey Walker in 1991. However, the couple did not stay together.