Matthew Bellamy Net Worth

What is Matthew Bellamy's net worth?

Matthew Bellamy is an English musician, singer-songwriter, and composer who has a net worth of $40 million. Matthew Bellamy is best known as the lead vocalist, guitarist, and primary songwriter for the alternative rock band Muse. Renowned for his high-pitched falsetto, elaborate stage performances, and genre-blending compositions that fuse rock, classical, and electronic music, Bellamy has become one of the most acclaimed figures in modern rock. Muse has sold more than 20 million albums worldwide, and in 2010, Total Guitar named Bellamy "Guitarist of the Decade." He also holds a Guinness World Record for the most guitars smashed on a single tour.

Muse was formed in 1994, and the band's debut album, "Showbiz," arrived in 1999, earning Platinum certification from the BPI. Their 2001 follow-up, "Origin of Symmetry," went double Platinum and established Muse as one of the UK's most innovative rock bands. Their third album, "Absolution" (2003), reached #1 in both the UK and France, while 2006's "Black Holes and Revelations" topped the charts in multiple countries including the UK, Australia, Belgium, Germany, and Switzerland, and broke into the Top 10 in the United States.

Their momentum continued with "The Resistance" (2009), which hit #1 in eleven countries and #2 in the U.S., followed by "The 2nd Law" (2012), which reached #1 or #2 in twelve countries. Muse's most popular singles include "Time Is Running Out," "Hysteria," "Supermassive Black Hole," "Starlight," "Uprising," "Undisclosed Desires," "Resistance," "Neutron Star Collision (Love Is Forever)," and "Madness."

Over their career, Muse has won a Grammy Award, five MTV Europe Music Awards, and an MTV Video Music Award, among many other honors. The band made history as the first act to sell out London's rebuilt Wembley Stadium, solidifying their reputation as one of the most electrifying live acts in the world.

Early Life

Matthew James Bellamy, born on June 9, 1978, in Cambridge and raised in Devon. From a very young age, he showed interest in music, largely influenced by his father, George Bellamy, who was a rhythm guitarist for the 1960s pop group The Tornados. His parents' divorce when he was a teenager heavily influenced his songwriting, contributing to the dark and introspective themes often present in Muse's music.

Muse

In 1994, while attending Teignmouth Community College, Bellamy formed the band Muse with school friends Dominic Howard and Chris Wolstenholme. Initially called Rocket Baby Dolls, the trio won a local battle of the bands competition, prompting them to take their musical ambitions seriously. They renamed the band Muse and began working on their unique sound, a blend of rock, classical, and electronic music.

Muse gained significant popularity in the UK with their first two albums, "Showbiz" (1999) and "Origin of Symmetry" (2001). However, it was their third album, "Absolution" (2003), that catapulted them to international fame, with hits such as "Time is Running Out" and "Hysteria". Bellamy's unique vocal range, intricate guitar work, and profound lyrics played a huge role in defining Muse's sound and setting them apart from other rock bands of their era.

Always unafraid to experiment, Bellamy and Muse continued to push boundaries in their music. "Black Holes and Revelations" (2006) saw the band incorporating elements of electronic music and progressive rock, while "The Resistance" (2009) had symphonic influences, best exemplified by the three-part "Exogenesis: Symphony". Bellamy's interests in global politics, science fiction, and conspiracies greatly influenced the themes and concepts of these albums.

Muse's later albums, "The 2nd Law" (2012), "Drones" (2015), and "Simulation Theory" (2018), have further solidified their position in the music industry. "Drones", a concept album about warfare and lost humanity, won the Grammy for Best Rock Album in 2016. Despite evolving their sound over the years, Bellamy's signature high-pitched vocals, dynamic guitar skills, and thought-provoking songwriting remain consistent features of Muse's music.

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Personal Life and Real Estate

He became engaged to actress Kate Hudson in 2011 after dating for a year. They had a son the same year. Kate and Matt ended their engagement in 2014. He began dating model Elle Evans in 2015. They married in 2019 and have a daughter together.

In February 2017, Matt paid $7 million for a home in LA's Brentwood neighborhood. The seller was retired tennis star Pete Sampras and his actress wife, Bridgette Wilson.

In 2014, Matt paid $3.6 million for Adam Carolla's Malibu home. Today, this home is likely worth $8-9 million.

In 2016, Matt paid $2.6 million for a different Malibu home. He listed this property for sale in August 2023 for $5.9 million. Here is a video tour of this home:

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