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Wes Scantlin (Wesley Reid Scantlin) was born on 9 June, 1972 in Kansas City, Missouri, U.S., is an American musician. Discover Wes Scantlin's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 51 years old?
Popular As |
Wesley Reid Scantlin |
Occupation |
Singer
musician
songwriter |
Age |
51 years old |
Zodiac Sign |
Gemini |
Born |
9 June 1972 |
Birthday |
9 June |
Birthplace |
Kansas City, Missouri, U.S. |
Nationality |
United States
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He is a member of famous Singer with the age 51 years old group.
Wes Scantlin Height, Weight & Measurements
At 51 years old, Wes Scantlin height is 1.86 m .
Physical Status |
Height |
1.86 m |
Weight |
Not Available |
Body Measurements |
Not Available |
Eye Color |
Not Available |
Hair Color |
Not Available |
Who Is Wes Scantlin's Wife?
His wife is Jessica Nicole Smith (m. 2008–2012)
Family |
Parents |
Not Available |
Wife |
Jessica Nicole Smith (m. 2008–2012) |
Sibling |
Not Available |
Children |
Jordan Scantlin |
Wes Scantlin Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Wes Scantlin worth at the age of 51 years old? Wes Scantlin’s income source is mostly from being a successful Singer. He is from United States. We have estimated Wes Scantlin's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
Net Worth in 2024 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
Salary in 2024 |
Under Review |
Net Worth in 2023 |
Pending |
Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
House |
Not Available |
Cars |
Not Available |
Source of Income |
Singer |
Wes Scantlin Social Network
Timeline
Wesley Reid Scantlin (born June 9, 1972) is an American singer, songwriter, and musician.
He is best known as the lead vocalist, guitarist, and only constant member of rock band Puddle of Mudd.
He was named one of the "Top 100 Heavy Metal Vocalists" by Hit Parader.
Scantlin formed Puddle of Mudd in 1991.
They released their debut EP Stuck in 1994, followed by a demo album called Abrasive in 1997.
Four years later, the band added three new members and released their debut album Come Clean.
He has a son named Jordan (born 1997) from a previous relationship.
In March 2002, Scantlin and his then-fiancée, actress Michelle Rubin, were both arrested for allegations of domestic violence after witnesses reported seeing the couple fighting on the side of California's Highway 126 while on their way to a video shoot.
Several witnesses reported seeing Scantlin forcing Rubin into a Jeep Cherokee driven by an unknown third person.
Scantlin and Rubin were released after posting $20,000 bail each.
In 2003, they released their second album, Life on Display.
During a February 22, 2004 show in Toledo, Ohio, Scantlin admitted to the audience that he was too intoxicated to continue after only four songs.
Frustrated, his bandmates walked off.
Their third album, Famous, was released in 2007, followed by Songs in the Key of Love & Hate in 2009 and Welcome to Galvania in 2019.
Scantlin sometimes tours with Alice in Chains guitarist Jerry Cantrell, joining Cantrell in playing acoustic renditions of Alice in Chains songs.
He was also one of the musicians who participated in Alice in Chains' reunion tsunami benefit show, and was one of many artists who worked with Carlos Santana on his album All That I Am for the song "Just Feel Better".
The song was recorded twice with both Scantlin and Steven Tyler, but only Tyler's version appears on the album.
Scantlin attended Park Hill High School in Kansas City.
On September 24, 2007, Scantlin was banned from Graceland after entering an off-limits swimming pool.
On December 11, 2011, Scantlin was pursued by the IRS for non-payment of back taxes in the region of $60,000.
They divorced in May 2012.
On April 4, 2012, Scantlin was arrested for cocaine possession, driving under the influence, and driving without a license in Culver City, California.
He agreed to attend rehab to erase his potential five-year jail sentence.
On September 4, he was arrested for drunk and disorderly conduct on a cross-country flight from Boston to Los Angeles.
The plane had to make an emergency landing in Austin, Texas, where Scantlin was charged with public intoxication.
In May 2013, Scantlin was arrested on domestic violence charges after he allegedly dragged ex-wife Jessica Nicole Smith and pulled her by the arm or shirt.
In July, he was arrested on charges of felony vandalism after he used a buzzsaw to destroy property on his neighbor's patio.
On January 4, 2014, Scantlin was sued by American Express for non-payment of debt.
During a show at Trees Dallas on April 16, he threw a microphone and beer into the audience, as well as appearing to threaten and attempt to physically attack members of the audience.
He also received criticism as he appeared to be lip-syncing during the performance.
On January 16, 2015, Scantlin was arrested at Denver International Airport after taking a joyride on a baggage carousel and entering a restricted area.
During a show on April 2, he smashed his guitar, headphones, and part of the drumkit before walking out.
On April 15, he was arrested and charged for disorderly conduct at Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport.
On July 26, he was arrested in the early morning after leading sheriff deputies on a high-speed chase in excess of 100 mph through Renville County, Minnesota.
He faced a felony charge of fleeing a police officer in a motor vehicle and two gross misdemeanors of driving under the influence, but the charges were dropped.
On August 5, he was arrested for driving under the influence in Sturgis, South Dakota.
On January 10, 2016, Scantlin tried to re-enter the house he had lost via foreclosure the previous year, and was arrested for destroying property inside the residence.
During an October 2017 show in Doncaster, South Yorkshire, Scantlin apologized to the audience for his on-and-offstage behaviour in previous years and admitted to struggling with addiction.
He then announced his sobriety and began playing the song "Uh Oh", which he had previously written to address his problems.