Chester Bennington was an American singer, songwriter, and actor, best known as the lead vocalist of Linkin Park, one of the most influential rock bands of the 2000s.
Chester Bennington Biography
| Real Name | Chester Charles Bennington |
| Nickname | Chester Bennington |
| Profession | Singer |
| Date of Birth | 20 march 1976 |
| Age | 41 years (at the time of death in 2017) |
| Birth Place | Phoenix, Arizona, USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Hometown | Phoenix, Arizona, USA |
| Gender | Male |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
| Ethnicity | White |
| Religion | Christian |
| Hobbies | Not known |
| Social Media |
Education Qualification
| School | Update soon |
| College | Update soon |
| Education Qualification | Graduation |
Chester Bennington Age
Chester Bennington was born on 20 March 1976 in Phoenix, Arizona, United States. He was 41 years old at the time of his death in 2017, and his zodiac sign was Pisces.
Chester Bennington Wife
| Marital Status | Married |
| Affairs/Girlfriend | Not known |
| Spouse/Wife | Samantha Olit (m. 1996, div. 2005) Talinda Bentley (m. 2006) |
| Children | Son – Isaiah, Tyler, Jaime and Draven Daughter – Lila and Lity |
Chester Bennington Family
| Father’s Name | Update soon (police detective) |
| Mother’s Name | Update soon (nurse) |
| Brother’s Name | One older brother |
| Sister’s Name | Two older sisters |
Career
| Debut | As singer: 2000 – Hybrid Theory |
| Awards | Update soon |
Chester Bennington songs/Album
- 2000 – Hubrid Theory
- 2003 – Meteora
- 2007 – Minutes to midnight
- 2012 –Living Things
- 2014 – The Hunting Party
- 2017 – One More Light
Chester Bennington Height And Weight
| Height (approx) | In centimeters – 178 cm In meters – 1.78 m In feet & inches – 5’10” |
| Weight (approx) | In kilograms – 65 kg In pounds – 143 lbs |
| Eye Colour | Dark Brown |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Body Measurements | 39-30-12 |
Chester Bennington Death, Cause of Death
| Date of Death | 20 July 2017 |
| Place of Death | Palos Verdes Estates, California, USA |
| Cause of Death | Suicide by hanging |
Chester Bennington Net Worth
| Net Worth (approx) | $30 million (at the time of death in 2017) |
| Annual Income (approx) | None |
| Salary (approx) | None |
| Income Source | Singing, investment, endorsements, etc. |
Some Lesser Facts About Chester Bennington
- Chester Bennington was born in Phoenix, Arizona, to a mother who worked as a nurse and a father who was a police detective.
- Bennington took an interest in music at a young age.
- Chester Bennington had two older sisters and an older brother.
- He dreamed of becoming a member of Stone Temple Pilots and would later become their lead singer for a time.
- Bennington’s parents divorced when he was 11 years old.
- At age seven, an older male friend sexually abused him.
- In 1993, age of 17, Bennington moved with his mother.
- He was banned from leaving the house for a time when her mother discovered his drug use.
- He worked at a local Burger King before starting his career as a professional musician.
- He married Samantha Bennington in October 1996, and they divorced in 2005. And he married Talinda Ann Bentley that same year.
- He helped create the music for Linkin Park’s bestselling album, Meteora, along with DJ Joe Hahn.
- On July 20, 2017, at around 9:00 am, he was found hanging at his home in Palos Verdes Estates, California, USA.
FAQ:
How old was Chester Bennington?
At the time of his death in 2017, Chester Bennington was 41 years old.
Who was Chester Bennington’s wife?
Chester was married to Talinda Bentley since 2006 until his death in 2017.
What was Chester Bennington’s net worth?
As of 2017, at the time of death his estimated net worth was $30 million.
What was the cause of Chester Bennington’ death?
Chester Bennington died on 20 July 2017 by suicide (by hanging).