Learn about Jerry Lee Lewis’s net worth, age, family, and accomplishments.
Jerry Lee Lewis, famously known as The Killer, is a renowned American singer, songwriter, and pianist recognized as “rock and roll’s first great wild man.” He was born on September 29, 1935, in Ferriday, Louisiana.
Profile Summary
| Real Name | Jerry Lee Lewis |
| Celebrated Name | Jerry Lee Lewis |
| Gender | Male |
| Profession(s) | American singer-songwriter, musician, and pianist |
| Nationality | American |
| Birth Location | Ferriday, Louisiana, United States |
| Date of Birth | 29-Sep-35 |
| Age | 87 years old |
| Height | 1.68 m |
| Heights in Feet | 5 feet and 6 inches |
| Height(s) cm | 168 cm |
| Weight(s) | 70 kg |
| Weight in Pound | 154 pounds |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Spouse | Judith Brown (m. 2012), Kerrie McCarver (m. 19842005), Shawn Stephens m. 19831983), Jaren Elizabeth Gunn Pate (m. 19711982), Myra Gale Brown (m. 19571970), Jane Mitchum (m. 19531957), Dorothy Barton (m. 19521953) |
| Son/Daughter | Yes (Steven Allen Lewis, Lori Lee Lewis, Phoebe Lewis, Ronnie Guy Lewis, Jerry Lee Lewis III, Jerry Lee Lewis Jr.) |
| Net Worth | $16 million |
Early Life & Biography
Jerry Lee Lewis was born in Ferriday, Louisiana. He hailed from a struggling farming family with Elmo and Mamie Lewis as his parents. His musical journey began in childhood, learning piano with his cousins Mickey Gilley and Jimmy Swaggart, both of whom also achieved success as musicians. Despite his parents’ wish for him to play the piano in church, Jerry was expelled from his first bible school for not adhering to the music regulations.
Age, Height, Weight & Body Measurement
At 86 years old, and standing at 1.68 m tall, Jerry Lee Lewis weighs approximately 70 kg.
Personal Life, Relationships, and Family
Jerry Lee Lewis has been married seven times. His marriages include Dorothy Barton (1952–1953), Jane Mitchum (1953–1957), Myra Gale Brown (1957–1970), Jaren Elizabeth Gunn Pate (1971–1982), Shawn Stephens (1983), Kerrie McCarver (1984–2005), and Judith Brown (2012–present). He has fathered several children from these relationships.
Career, Awards & Triumphs
Jerry Lee Lewis made his initial recordings with Sun Records in 1956, enjoying a major hit with “Crazy Arms.” His global recognition skyrocketed with the 1957 sensation “Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On,” followed by a series of hits including “Great Balls of Fire,” “Breathless,” and “High School Confidential.” His album “Last Man Standing” sold over a million copies globally, while “Mean Old Man” became his best-selling album. Over the years, his contributions have garnered numerous awards, including various Grammy accolades, and induction into distinguished institutions such as the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Memphis Music Hall of Fame.
Net Worth in 2022
As of 2022, Jerry Lee Lewis’s net worth is estimated at $16 million.
