Brian Wheat Bio, Wiki, Age, Height, Family, Wife, Kids, Tesla, Guitar, and Net Worth

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Brian Wheat Biography

Brian Wheat is an American musician born and brought up in Sacramento, California. Wheat wears many hearts and is a multi-talented person. He is a gifted songwriter, producer, recording studio owner, manager, and talented photographer and artist. However, he is best known as the bass guitarist for the multi-platinum rock band Tesla.

With Tesla, he released their debut album titled “Mechanical Resonance”, in 1986. The album was a commercial success, reaching number 18 on the Billboard 200 chart. Wheat has also released two solo albums, Way Down Below (2017) and Looking Alive (2022). In 2015, he published his memoir, Son of a Milkman: Tales of Rock & Roll, Suicide, and Recovery.

10 Quick Facts About Brian Wheat

Here is a list of 10 facts

  • Name: Brian Wheat
  • Age: 59 Years Old
  • Birthday: November 5th
  • Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
  • Height: 5 feet 7 inches
  • Nationality: American
  • Occupation: Musician, Guitarist, Songwriter
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Salary: Not known
  • Net worth: $10 million dollars

Brian Wheat Age

Brian Wheat is 59 years old. He was born on November 5, 1963, in Sacramento, CA. Wheat celebrates his birthday on November 5th every year. His birth sign is Scorpio.

Brian Wheat Height

Wheat stands at a height of 5 feet 7 inches or 1.72 meters.

Brian Wheat Weight

Wheat weighs 86 kgs which is equivalent to 189 lbs. He has blonde hair and blue eyes.

Early Life and Education

Wheat was born on September 10, 1963, in Sacramento, California. He attended West Nassau High School in Callahan, Florida. He started playing guitar at age 12 but switched to bass guitar after selling his bicycle to buy one. He attended American River College in Sacramento, where he studied music. After graduating from college, Wheat began playing in local bands.

Brian Wheat Family, Parents, and Siblings

Wheat was born on September 10, 1963, in Sacramento, California. His father was Thomas Edwin Wheat (1929-2022), a milkman, and his mother was Amy Tolbert Wheat (1931-2022), a homemaker. He has two older brothers, Bruce Wheat and Justin Wheat. Wheat’s parents were both from Arkansas.

Brian Wheat Marriages

Wheat has been married 3 times. He was first married to Tammy from 1984 to 1993. They had no children together. He was then married to Carrie from 1996 to 2009. They also had no children together. He is currently married to Monique.

Brian Wheat Wife

Wheat’s wife is Monique Wheat. They got married in 2012. His spouse Monique is a native of Detroit, Michigan. She is a licensed real estate agent and a certified personal trainer. She is also a talented photographer and artist.

The two met in 2009 through mutual friends. They quickly fell in love and were married three years later. They have no children together.

Brian Wheat Children

Wheat has no children as of 2023. He has been married three times but has never fathered any child.

Brian Wheat Net Worth

Wheat has an estimated net worth of $10 million dollars. This includes his assets, money, and income. His primary source of income is his career. Through his various income sources, he has accumulated good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.

Body Measurements and Facts

Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Brian

Brian Wheat Wikipedia

  • Full Name: Brian Wheat
  • Popular As: Brian
  • Gender: Male
  • Occupation / Profession: Guitarist, Musician
  • Religion: Not known
  • Race / Ethnicity: Not known
  • Sexual Orientation: Straight

Brian Wheat Birthday

  • Age: 59 Years Old.
  • Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
  • Date of Birth: November 5, 1963
  • Place of Birth: Sacramento, CA.
  • Birthday: Nov 5th

Brian Wheat Body Measurements

  • Height / How Tall?: 5 feet 7 inch
  • Weight: 86 kg
  • Eye Color: Blue
  • Hair Color: Blonde
  • Shoe Size: To be Updated

Brian Wheat Family and Relationship

  • Father (Dad): Thomas Edwin Wheat (1929-2022)
  • Mother: Amy Tolbert Wheat
  • Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Two brothers
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse/Wife: Monique Wheat
  • Children: None

Brian Wheat Net Worth and Salary

  • Net Worth: $10 Million
  • Salary: Not known
  • Source of Income: His career

Career

Wheat’s career started in the early 1980s when he met Frank Hannon and Jeff Keith. The three of them started playing music together and eventually formed the band City Kidd. In 1982, the band changed its name to Tesla and added Tommy Skeoch and Troy Luccketta to the lineup.

Tesla released their debut album, Mechanical Resonance, in 1986. The album was a commercial success, reaching number 18 on the Billboard 200 chart and spawning the hit singles “Love Song” and “Modern Day Cowboy”. Tesla went on to release six more studio albums, all of which were certified platinum or gold by the RIAA.

Brian Wheat Songs

  • “Love Song”
  • “Modern Day Cowboy”
  • “Signs”
  • “Paradise”
  • “The Way It Is”
  • “Edison’s Medicine”
  • “Hang Tough”
  • “What Are You Waiting For?”
  • “Little Suzi”
  • “Be a Man”
  • “Save That Love for Me”

Brian Wheat Illness

Wheat has faced a number of health challenges throughout his life, including Anxiety and depression, Bulimia, and Autoimmune disease, Stroke. Despite these challenges, Wheat has continued to work and tour with Tesla. He is a strong advocate for mental health awareness and suicide prevention, and he has spoken about his own experiences in the hope of helping others who are struggling.

Hobbies and Personal Interests

  • Outdoor events
  • Writing
  • Traveling to new places.
  • Spending Time with Family and Friends

Wheat Social Media Accounts

  • TikTok
  • Instagram
  • Twitter
  • YouTube

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