Who Is The Richest KISS Member? Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Tommy Thayer, Eric Singer Net Worth In 2023
Who is the richest KISS member in 2023? Let’s see where the group’s founders Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley or the guitarist Tommy Thayer and the drummer Eric Singer got their income. So, keep scrolling to learn KISS members net worth in 2023.
KISS is a New York-based rock band that was formed in 1973 by the band’s guitarist Paul Stanley, bassist Gene Simmons, original guitarist Ace Frehley, and drummer Peter Criss. When the band went on to several line-up changes in the past, they parted ways with the original guitarist Frehley in 1982, although they reunited in 1996 until 2002, while also parting ways with the drummer Peter Criss in 1980.
Having sold more than 75 million records worldwide, KISS is one of the best-selling bands of all time. At press time, KISS released 20 studio albums, 9 live albums, 14 compilation albums, 60 singles, 8 box set albums, and many more things throughout its career. As of 2021, KISS’ net worth is $300 million.
The band’s four original members were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on April 10, 2014.
These days, when KISS is in the middle of its farewell tour, the musicians have been living their life very well. As some of you might know, the band’s founders Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley, are among the richest rock and roll artists.
So, if you are one of those who asks who is the richest KISS member, scroll and learn Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Tommy Thayer, and Eric Singer‘s net worth in 2023.
KISS Members Net Worth In 2023
Paul Stanley
Net Worth: $200 Million
Born on January 20, 1952, in New York City, Paul Stanley is an American guitarist, songwriter, co-lead vocalist, and co-founder of the renowned rock band KISS, which was formed in New York in 1973.
Established as The Starchild for his KISS persona, Stanley released twenty studio albums with the band. Unleashing their debut studio album just a year after the band was formed, 1974, KISS had released its last-ever twentieth studio album in 2012, titled Monster.
Alongside his musical career with KISS, Paul Stanley has a huge solo career and side project. So far, he released two albums as a solo musician. Releasing his self-titled debut in 1978, Paul Stanley shared his second and final album in 2006, titled Live To Win. With his side project Paul Stanley’s Soul Nation, Stanley released an album titled Now and Then on March 19, 2021.
As of 2023, Paul Stanley’s net worth is $200 million. He is the second richest member of KISS.
Tommy Thayer
Net Worth: $15 Million
The American musician and songwriter Tommy Thayer has been playing guitar with KISS under the name of The Spaceman, which is a stage persona created by and identified with original Kiss guitarist Ace Frehley.
As some of those KISS fans might know, Thayer appeared in several efforts of the band since he joined in 2002. Besides creating music, he announced in 2021 that he was getting into the wine business.
As of 2023, Tommy Thayer’s net worth is $15 million.
Eric Singer
Net Worth: $20 Million
The drummer of the rock band KISS, Eric Singer, is an American musician who was born in Cleveland, Ohio, on May 12, 1958. He has been portraying The Catman, which was originally created by the band’s original drummer Peter Criss.
Throughout his career with KISS, Eric Singer appeared in seven albums of the band. Releasing his debut with the band in 1992, titled Revenge, Eric lastly performed on the band’s final studio album, Monster.
Alongside his tenure with KISS, Singer previously appeared with some artists such as Alice Cooper, Black Sabbath, Brian May, Lita Ford, and more.
As of 2023, the net worth of Eric Singer is $20 million. He is the third-richest member of KISS.
Gene Simmons
Net Worth: $410 Million
Born as Chaim Witz on August 25, 1949, in Israel, Gene Simmons is an American bassist, singer, and songwriter who co-founded the world-known rock band KISS in 1973. He earned his stage name, The Demon, with his works in his band KISS.
Throughout his career with his band, Gene Simmons appeared in the entire albums of the band. Releasing his debut self-titled album with the band in 1974, Simmons unleashed his band’s latest album in 2012, titled Monster.
Besides his KISS tenure, Gene Simmons has two solo studio albums. When he released his self-titled debut solo album in 1978, the bassist released his second and final solo album in 2004, titled Asshole.
For the last few years, Gene Simmons has been working for various projects, including buying and selling cryptos.
He is the richest KISS member as of today in 2023. Also, he is among the top 15 richest rock stars in rock music.
Update: Gene Simmons recently sold his Las Vegas estate for $11,000,000. The first price of the home was initially listed as $13,500,000. Gene Simmons then dropped it to $10,999,999 and then to $9,999,000. But finally, the musician sold his home for $11,000,000. This means Gene Simmons’s net worth increased from $400 million to $410 million. He is still the richest KISS member.
Everyone knows Gene Simmons is the richest. He is the only member of the band that owns the licensing rights to the kiss name. He has slapped kiss logo on everything from condoms to caskets to snowboards.
Really KISS and Metallica should call it a day. They are way past their shelf life in writing songs though Murder One was awesome.
Why doesn’t the article include the other band members net worth ?
!!! KISS ROCKS FOREVER !!! I’m a grandmother of a 7 year old major Demon fan! Her name is Elena Marie and wears KISS shirts in all colors since she started walking. She has KISS memorabilia galore! Seeing KISS in concert before they’re gone forever is her biggest wish ! Hopefully this rockin Gramma can find her a concert to go to! WE LOVE KISS💋😘 YOU ARE THE BEST BAND EVER! 🧑🎤
Kiss has suck nuts since 1981 when ace left. I saw the original lineup five times. Three of those front row. I couldn’t imagine wasting my time to see this tribut band of a lineup.
i seen kiss in 1977 in cincinnati my first concert they were awesome i seen them in lexington ky in feb 2019 in the farewell tour and they were just as good now as they were then greatest rock band ever a hellve of a stage show KISS ROCKS!!!!!
I’ve been a KISS fan since 1976. One of my favorites by them is, “Detroit Rock City!” I could never play it enough. I only wish I could have seen them at the Gorge in Washington St on Sept 18th. I would love to see them in person. KISS ROCKS!!!!!
I’ve been a KISS fan since my uncles introduced ‘Hotter than Hell’ to me in 1975. Finally got to see them live in SLC for the 40th Anniversary Tour and then again for the End of the Road. That put on one Helluva show! Slowing down but they can still crank out the sound and great interaction with the crowd! Wish I could see them one more time! KISSARMY!
Paul 250 yards less than Gene wtf…
No talent, money hungry jerks!
Didn’t care for them in the 70’s, should have retired years ago!
Always loved the band, finally seen them at Tinley Park, IL. Best show I’ve EVER SEEN. Rock on….
Loved KISS since I was a child. Seen them on reunion tour July 16,1996. Rosemont Horizon, near Chicago. Best show ever. Rock On….
Hey Ripper, you should never stop sucking chodes!!!! Word on the street is your pretty good at it…..🤷♂️🖕
Kiss are a class act show looking iconic band. As colour tv came out kiss came out with colour flare & iconic standout makeup.gene Simmons tounge just topped it off. When disco came out kiss came out with I was made for loveing you. Rock roll all night and party everyday was a hit at house party’s everywhere. Even Peter Criss throw away b side Beth could get your emotions going . 70s class never to be forgotten.
In the 80s makeup off kiss were down but not out for the count Paul Stanley voice got them off the canvas and showed it wasn’t just the makeup-talent was there with – lick it up -reason to live – forever- all round too many more hits to list.
Hey kiss if you see this for a true plug-
When you come to Australia Just a cool $200k my way would make me STRUTTER!!
KISS fan since 1976 from Sweetwater,AZ. Immanuel Mission days. Timothy Benally