Age, Biography and Wiki
Birth Day | June 14, 1909 |
Birth Place | Illinois |
Age | 111 YEARS OLD |
Died On | Apr 14, 1995 (age 85) |
Birth Sign | Gemini |
Net worth: $5 million (2024)
As of 2024, Burl Ives' impressive net worth is estimated to be around $5 million. Born and raised in Illinois, Burl Ives gained recognition as a highly influential folk singer. His captivating voice and charming personality made him a beloved figure in the music industry. Ives' talent took him from local performances in Illinois to nationwide fame, ultimately contributing to his considerable financial success. Despite his passing in 1995, his impact lives on, and his significant net worth stands testament to his enduring legacy as a cherished folk singer.
About
Actor and folk singer known for his hit "A Little Bitty Tear." He was also responsible for Christmas standards like "Holly Jolly Christmas."
Before Fame
He was a dedicated Boy Scout who earned the Silver Buffalo Award. He was a student at Eastern Illinois University in the late 1920s before leaving to devote all of his time to music.
Trivia
In the 1950s, he was blacklisted for allegedly having communist ties.
Family Life
He married Helen Peck Ehrich on December 6, 1945. After their divorce on February 17, 1971, he remarried to Dorothy Koster Paul on April 16, 1971.
Associated With
He was once in the same singing group as Woody Guthrie called Almanac Singers.