Jimmy Page is a well-known English musician, songwriter, and record producer. He is best known as the founder and guitarist of Led Zeppelin, the world’s most successful rock band and America’s second best-selling band. Surprisingly, he began his career with another band called the Yardbirds.
Quick Facts
| Celebrated Name: | Jimmy Page |
|---|---|
| Real Name/Full Name: | James Patrick Page OBE |
| Gender: | Male |
| Age: | 78 years old |
| Birth Date: | 9 January 1944 |
| Birth Place: | Heston, Hounslow, United Kingdom |
| Nationality: | British |
| Height: | 1.80 m |
| Weight: | 69 kg |
| Sexual Orientation: | Straight |
| Marital Status: | In a relationship |
| Wife/Spouse (Name): | Jimena Gómez-Paratcha (m. 1995–2008), Patricia Ecker (m. 1986–1995) |
| Children: | Yes (Scarlet Page, Ashen Josan Page, Zofia Jade Page, James Patrick Page III, Jana Page) |
| Profession: | Musician, Songwriter, and Record Producer |
| Net Worth in 2024: | $200 million |
Jimmy Page Biography
Jimmy Page was born James Patrick Page on January 9, 1944, in Middlesex, England to Patricia Page and James Page.
Jimmy Page Age, Height, Weight
Jimmy Page was born on January 9, 1944, and is 78 years old as of 2024. His height is 1.80 m, and he weighs 69 kg.
Career
Jimmy Page began his musical career as a session musician in 1957. He joined the ‘Yardbirds’ in 1964. With the band, he released his first album, ‘Little Games,’ which peaked at number 80 on the Billboard 200. During their tours, Page encouraged the band to try out new styles.
Led Zeppelin, one of the best-selling rock bands of all time, was formed in 1968. They have sold over 300 million albums and have 111.5 million RIAA-certified units. They are also the second best-selling group in the United States.
Some of his most well-known songs with Led Zeppelin include “Stairway to Heaven,” “Dazed And Confused,” “Whole Lotta Love,” “Heartbreaker,” “Since I’ve Loved You,” and “Black Dog,” among others. He has collaborated with labels such as Atlantic, Geffen, and Swan Song. Bonham’s death in 1980 shattered the band. The page also refused to approach a guitar. Throughout the early 1980s, he maintained a low profile while working with a few bands.
Jimmy Page Achievements and Awards
Jimmy Page’s name has been inducted into the ‘Rock and Roll Hall of Fame twice for his work with the Yardbirds and Led Zeppelin. Jimmy Page has been nominated for over 876 awards and has won 638 of them with his Led Zeppelin bandmates. Among these awards are five Grammys, an American Music Award, Kennedy Center Honors, the UK Music Hall of Fame, the Mojo Hall of Fame 100, the UK Music Video Awards, the Melody Maker Awards, the NME Awards, the Q Awards, and the MOJO Awards.
He has also received numerous awards, including the ‘NME Award for Best Guitarist,’ the ‘NME Award for Rock ‘n Roll Soul Award,’ and the ‘Kerrang! Hall of Fame Award.’ Page was also made a ‘Officer of the Order of the British Empire in 2005.
Jimmy Page’s Net Worth in 2024
Jimmy Page’s net worth is estimated to be more than $200 million as of February 2024. He made the majority of his money from his successful music career. However, he also performs collaboration acts and tours, which can contribute to his fortune. And his record production contributes to the money pile.
Jimmy Page is one of the world’s wealthiest and most successful guitarists. He is one of those legends who can enthrall a crowd with a single string. He continues to experiment with his music and play his beloved instruments. This musical legend has also inspired many young guitarists. Jimmy Page, being a guitarist, naturally has a large collection of some of the most beautiful and bizarre guitars in the world. Each of his guitars is estimated to be worth more than a million dollars.
Jimmy Page Wife, Marriage
Jimmy Page has been married twice. In 1986, he married his first wife, Patricia Ecker. The couple divorced in 1995 after having one son, James Patrick Page III.
Jimmy married Jimena Gomez-Paratcha, his second wife, in 1995. Together, the couple had three children: Ashen Josan Page, Jana Page, and Zofia Jade Page. In 2008, Jimmy divorced his second wife. Jimmy Page has a close relationship with all of his children and is frequently seen with them.
