Travis Barker Net Worth 2024: How Much is the Blink-182 Drummer Worth?

Travis Barker net worth is estimated to be around $50 million as of 2024. Travis Barker is an American drummer born November 14, 1975. He is known for his role in the rock band Blink-182. He has worked with various hip-hop artists and is part of the rap-rock group Transplants. Barker co-founded the band +44 and has been involved with Box Car Racer Antemasque and Goldfinger. He was also in a duo called TRV$DJAM with DJ AM. Rolling Stone has praised him as one of the greatest drummers of all time.

Raised in Fontana California, Travis Barker started drumming young. He joined The Aquabats in 1996 but left to join Blink-182 in 1998. Blink-182 achieved major success with their 1999 album Enema of the State. Barker is known for his versatility in working across genres like hip-hop pop and country.

He also starred in the MTV reality show “Meet the Barkers.” After surviving a plane crash in 2008 he released his solo album “Give the Drummer Some” in 2011. He continues to collaborate with rappers and bands.

Beyond drumming, Travis Barker founded the clothing brand Famous Stars and Straps in 1999, and the record labels LaSalle Records in 2004 and DTA Records in 2019. He has partnered with companies like DC Shoes and Zildjian cymbals for custom products.

Barker’s memoir “Can I Say: Living Large Cheating Death” and “Drums Drums Drums” was published in 2015. He is also a vegan and has invested in the vegan restaurant Crossroads Kitchen in Los Angeles.

What is Travis Barker Net Worth in 2024?

Travis Barker is an American drummer with a net worth of $50 Million as of 2024, according to Celebrity Net Worth. The main source of Travis Barker’s net worth comes from his successful career as a musician and drummer.

He is best known for being the drummer of the band Blink-182, which has sold millions of albums and earned him a lot of money. Besides his work with Blink-182, Barker has also made money through his involvement in other music projects, collaborations with other artists, and producing music.

Additionally, he has earned income from endorsements, his clothing line, and various business ventures, all of which contribute to his substantial net worth.

Travis Barker’s Early Life and Education

Travis Barker was born in Fontana California on November 14, 1975. At just four years old his mother gave him a drum kit which he used until he turned 15. Barker started taking drum lessons at age five with Michael Mai who introduced him to various drumming styles. He also began learning trumpet around this time. During junior high Barker learned piano and briefly sang in a choir but his passion for drums remained strong.

In addition to music, Travis Barker had dreams of becoming a professional surfer and skateboarder. Despite these interests, he always felt a deeper connection to drumming. Barker explained that drumming allowed him to express himself better than anything else.

While at Fontana High School, Barker described himself as a “stoner.” His mother had recently been diagnosed with Sjögren’s syndrome and passed away just before he started high school. Before her death, she encouraged him to pursue music and follow his dreams.

At Fontana High, Travis Barker played drums in the jazz ensemble and snare drum in the marching band. He gained valuable experience performing at various competitions and festivals experimenting with different styles but gravitating towards hip-hop and punk rock rhythms.

Travis Barker’s Career

Musical beginnings

After finishing high school at Fontana, Travis Barker worked as a trash collector in Laguna Beach while also playing with local punk bands Snot and Feeble. It was through his connections with these bands that he met Chad Larson who later co-founded the ska punk band the Aquabats in 1994. Barker initially joined the Aquabats as a temporary fill-in but soon became a full member. With his impressive drumming skills, Barker earned the nickname Baron Von Tito though no one recalls why.

In 1998, Travis Barker joined Blink-182 replacing their drummer Scott Raynor. Despite having only 45 minutes to learn their 20-song set Barker performed flawlessly. His addition to the band was a turning point inspiring the group to elevate their performance.

Mainstream success

Blink-182’s 1999 album “Enema of the State” was a major success with hit singles like “All the Small Things” reaching the top of the charts. The album sold over 15 million copies worldwide and solidified Blink-182’s place in pop-punk history. Barker’s success brought him financial stability allowing him to buy artwork on cars and start a business.

Travis Barker’s contributions didn’t stop there. In 2001, he married Melissa Kennedy though they divorced less than a year later. During this period Barker became involved in multiple projects including the Transplants and the hip-hop project Expensive Taste. He also began producing music and collaborating with artists like Bun B and T.I.

In 2004, Barker injured his foot during a performance leading to a canceled tour. Despite the setback, he continued to expand his ventures including starting his record label LaSalle Records.

Reality television star

In 2005, Travis Barker starred in the MTV reality show “Meet the Barkers” with his then-wife Shanna Moakler. He also worked on new music projects and faced personal struggles including a painful divorce and addiction issues. His collaboration with DJ AM in 2008 known as TRV$DJAM saw significant success until a tragic plane crash later that year which left Barker and DJ AM critically injured but survived.

Travis Barker’s plane crash in 2008 marked a major turning point in his life. The accident led to a Blink-182 reunion which was announced at the 2009 Grammy Awards. Despite ongoing music projects and collaborations including remixes and work with artists like Eminem and Guns N’ Roses’ Slash Barker faced personal tragedies. In August 2009, DJ AM (Adam Goldstein) who had been a close friend was found dead from a drug overdose which included prescription medications and cocaine.

The crash pushed Barker to make significant lifestyle changes. He started running and swimming daily went vegan (after being vegetarian for 17 years) and overcame a long-standing addiction to painkillers. Barker even avoided flying until 2021 opting for bus and boat travel instead.

After over two years of delays, Travis Barker released his solo debut album “Give the Drummer Some” in March 2011 featuring collaborations with artists like Lil Wayne and Slipknot’s Corey Taylor. Blink-182’s sixth album Neighborhoods came out in September 2011 and reached number two on the Billboard 200. Barker continued his collaborations working with artists such as Chester French, LL Cool J, and Yelawolf. He missed Blink-182’s 2013 Australian tour due to ongoing issues with Brooks Wackerman stepping in.

In July 2016, Blink-182 released their seventh album “California” which achieved critical and commercial success. The band replaced co-founder Tom DeLonge with Matt Skiba from Alkaline Trio due to DeLonge’s alleged lack of commitment. Barker and bandmate Mark Hoppus criticized DeLonge for being uncooperative and ungrateful.

Travis Barker’s solo projects continued including his memoir “Can I Say: Living Large Cheating Death and Drums Drums Drums” released in October 2015. He also appeared in the 2016 documentary “I’ll Sleep When I’m Dead” about DJ Steve Aoki.

Skins

In 2018, Barker collaborated with trap-metal artist Ghostemane and appeared on XXXTentacion’s posthumous album “Skins.” He joined The Aquabats for their 20th-anniversary show and worked with the duo $uicideboy$ on their EP “Live Fast Die Whenever.”

During the COVID-19 pandemic in April 2020, Barker drummed for Post Malone’s Nirvana tribute show raising funds for the WHO. He signed Jxdn a TikTok star to his label DTA Records in May 2020 and later worked with Machine Gun Kelly on the album “Tickets to My Downfall” and its film adaptation “Downfalls High.”

Barker also launched Barker Wellness a line of cannabinoid-infused products in February 2021. He played on Willow Smith’s pop-punk track “Transparent Soul” in April 2021 and signed a publishing deal with Warner Chappell Music in July 2021. In November 2021, Barker signed Avril Lavigne to his label.

In 2022, Travis Barker executive produced Machine Gun Kelly’s album “Born with Horns.” A touching moment came in June 2023 when Barker met Alex Etheridge a 13-year-old fan with bone cancer. They spent time together before a Blink-182 concert and the meeting was widely shared on social media. Sadly Alex passed away on July 19, 2023.

Travis Barker’s Personal Life

Travis Barker’s first marriage to Melissa Kennedy ended after just nine months with Barker filing for divorce in August 2002. He then married actress and Miss USA 1995 runner-up Shanna Moakler on October 30, 2004, in a Halloween-themed ceremony. They had two children: a son in 2003 and a daughter in 2005. Barker also has a close relationship with Moakler’s daughter Atiana who often appears on “The Kardashians” and is considered part of Barker’s family.

The couple’s marriage hit a rough patch and Barker filed for divorce from Moakler on August 8, 2006. Both used MySpace to express their feelings about the split. Despite this, they were rumored to be trying to reconcile in early 2007 and were seen together at events. However, their divorce was finalized on February 11, 2008.

In early 2009, Barker and Moakler tried to get back together but split again in April 2009. In December 2014, they were arrested after a heated argument though no charges were filed. Barker briefly dated Rita Ora in late 2015. By June 2016, Barker and Moakler were co-parenting their children amicably.

Travis Barker’s relationship with Kourtney Kardashian rumored in late 2020 was confirmed in January 2021. They got engaged in October 2021 and had a Las Vegas wedding on April 3, 2022, and an official ceremony in Santa Barbara on May 15, 2022. They also had a religious ceremony in Portofino Italy on May 22, 2022. Their first child a son was born on November 4, 2023. Barker who was raised Catholic continues to pray regularly with his children.

Travis Barker’s Plane crash

On September 19, 2008, TRV$DJAM performed at a free T-Mobile event in Five Points Columbia, South Carolina alongside Perry Farrell of Jane’s Addiction and Gavin DeGraw. It was a special trip for them as they traveled on a private plane. Barker had asked his ex-wife Moakler to join but she declined due to concerns about leaving their children. Instead, Barker took his security guard Che Still.

Travis Barker who was terrified of flying had a strong fear of plane crashes from his teenage years. Despite his request to avoid having the plane icon on the album artwork for Take Off Your Pants and Jacket, he ended up with it.

As the plane was taking off just before midnight towards Van Nuys California a loud bang was heard. The FAA reported that sparks were seen coming from the plane and the pilots announced a tire blowout. They tried to abort the takeoff but the plane crashed through an airport fence across a highway and into an embankment.

Travis Barker and Adam “DJ AM” Goldstein survived and escaped the burning plane. They ran on the highway until others shouted “Stop drop and roll.” Barker lay next to Goldstein as the plane exploded screaming “Are we alive?” They were taken to a burn center in Augusta Georgia in critical condition. The crash claimed the lives of personal assistant Chris Baker, Che Still, and the two pilots. Less than a year later Goldstein died from an overdose.

Barker spent over 11 weeks in hospitals undergoing 16 surgeries blood transfusions and skin grafts. At one point doctors considered amputating his foot due to severe burns. Barker also struggled with PTSD and guilt feeling responsible for Che Still’s presence on the plane. In his pain, he even offered friends $1 million to help him end his life.

To aid his recovery, Barker abandoned his vegetarian diet for more protein. By November 2008 he was back in the studio excited to play drums again. In his first TV interview since the crash, he told MTV that returning to the studio felt like riding a bike and he was grateful to still have his drumming skills.

Travis Barker later sued the plane’s owners and an airplane maintenance company. The case was settled out of court in December 2009 with the settlement details remaining confidential.

Travis Barker Real Estate

In 2014, Travis Barker bought a 4-bedroom house in Cheviot Hills, L.A., for $4 million. He sold it for $4.5 million in 2017. That same year, he bought a 7,200 square foot mansion in Calabasas for $2.8 million and listed it for rent in 2019 for $27,500 monthly. Over the years, he has also bought a $9.5 million mansion in Calabasas (2007), a $1.5 million home in Bel Air (2010), a $1.3 million house in Rancho Cucamonga (2010), and a $480,000 home in Lake Elsinore (2004).

In October 2022, Travis and Kourtney bought a beach house in Carpinteria, California, for $14.5 million. This house was previously owned by Conan O’Brien, who bought it in 2015 for $7.9 million. He had first listed it for $16.5 million.

These purchases show how much Travis has spent on luxury homes over the years, including his high-priced $14.5 million beach house.