Matty Healy: 2023 net worth, family background of Taylor Swift's rumored boyfriend
Taylor Swift and Matty Healy made headlines after their rumored relationship was revealed. Taylor began dating The 1975 frontman Matty Healy after her breakup with Joe Alwyn. But who's this talented 'London boy' with whom the Grammy-winning singer is allegedly 'madly in love'?
Matty is the lead singer and rhythm guitarist for the Manchester rock band The 1975, formed in 2002. Here's what we know.
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What is Matty Healy's net worth?
Matty, an English musician, and performer, has a net worth of $15 million as of 2023, according to Celebrity net worth. His most notable accomplishment is leading the vocals for the band The 1975. Healy is the keyboardist and guitarist for the indie rock band. The 1975 rose to prominence after releasing their first EP, Facedown, in 2012. In 2012 and 2013, they also released the EPs Sex and Music for Cars.
In 2013, the band released their self-titled debut studio album. The album debuted at No1 in the United Kingdom and Scotland, as well as number four in Ireland and number five in New Zealand. It also peaked at number 28 in the United States. The single 'Chocolate' hit No 2 on the UK Indie chart and No 13 on the US Rock chart. Some other singles from The 1975 are 'The City,' 'Sex,' 'Girls' and 'Medicine.' Healy is a British Humanist Association distinguished supporter.
Matty Healy played drums when he was 4 years old
Matty was born on April 8, 1989, in Manchester, England, to television actor Tim Healy and soap opera actress Denise Welch. When Matty was a child, his parents led a fast-paced lifestyle and constantly socialized with singers and actresses. When he was four years old, Healy began playing drums with his father, which sparked his interest in music.
In 2012, his parents divorced and his mother began a relationship with Lincoln Townley, whom she later married. He grew up in Newcastle and Cheshire with his younger brother Louis. His brother was inspired by him and is now a YouTube musician.
Matthew attended Wilmslow High School, where he began jamming with pals Ross MacDonald, Adam Hann and George Daniel in 2004. They initially played punk rock and pop covers before starting to write their songs at the age of 15. Matthew was their main lyricist, coming up with the touching lyrics and their unique style. They went by the titles 'Me and You Versus Them,' 'Drive Like I Do,' 'TALKHOUSE!,' and 'The Big Sleep' before settling on the name '1975.'
Matty Healy: The 1975 years
Healy began his career as a drummer with The 1975, taking on the role of both lead singer and guitarist after the previous lead singer and guitarist left the band. His first EP, 'Facedown,' featured the lead single 'The City,' which debuted on radio in 2012. It was a big hit on BBC Radio 1. The song 'Chocolate' was released in 2013, as was the second EP 'Sex.' Their debut album was released in 2013. On Zane Lowe's BBC Radio 1 show they performed 'Sex,' a remastered version of the song.