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- First NameGeorge
- Last NameStrait
George Strait is one of the most influential musicians of all time. Drawing from both the honky-tonk and Western swing traditions, the country music icon is widely known for staying true to the traditional country sound. The legendary artist skyrocketed to fame after his first single ‘Unwound’ became viral in 1981.
Throughout the prolific career that has spanned nearly five-decade in the industry Strait has recorded 33 platinum and 13 multi-platinum albums, including Pure Country, which sold 6 million (6× platinum). In 2009, he also broke a record of Conway Twitty to have most #1 hits on the list of Billboard’s Hot Country Songs.
Strait became one of the best-selling music artists of all time, likewise with sales records of 100 million worldwide. He also has won a number of prestigious accolades, taking his first Grammy glory to his home for the album Troubadour, released on 1st April 2008.
Besides, the greatest musician has also worked in many hit films, The Soldier, Pure Country, and Grand Champion.
What Is George Strait’s Net Worth?
George Strait has racked up a decent amount of money predominantly from his music career as well as from his other endeavors. As per the estimation made by Celebrity Net Worth, the musician owns hefty $300 million net worth in 2020.
Strait collected $99 million in three years from his tours. On 9th Jan 2014, the singer started a tour along with many other known artists like Miranda Lambert, Little Big Town, Vince Gill, Gloria Estefan, Lee Ann Womack, Merle Haggard, Chris Young, Ronnie Dunn, Luke Bryan, Jason Aldean, Eric Church, and more.
Their last concert was held at Arlington, which was attended by 104,793 fans. It also broke the record of the 12/05/81 Rolling Stones grossing $18,194,374 at a single-show country concert.
Is A Devoted Philanthropist
George Strait has been a part of many charitable organizations. In 2010, he was named a spokesman for the Wrangler National Patriot program, which helps financially to America’s wounded and fallen military veterans and their families.
Strait also formed The Jenifer Strait Memorial Foundation to honor Jenifer Strait (her late daughter). It raises and donates money to various children’s organizations based in San Antonio and Houston area.
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Furthermore, the artist also supports ACM Lifting Lives, Boys & Girls Club of America, and more.
Listed His San Antonio Estate On The Market For $8.9 Million
In 2019, George Strait’s gleaming estate in San Antonio, Texas, hit the market for a price tag of $8.9 million. Santa Fe-style abode has nearly 8,000-square-foot dwelling features, which comprise three bedrooms and six baths.
It also includes a 14 hand-sculpted fireplaces, custom stained glass windows, a custom Tull-designed copper bar top, and an exercise room with a sauna.
Strait collected $99 million in three years from his tours. On 9th Jan 2014, the singer started a tour along with many other known artists like Miranda Lambert, Little Big Town, Vince Gill, Gloria Estefan, Lee Ann Womack, Merle Haggard, Chris Young, Ronnie Dunn, Luke Bryan, Jason Aldean, Eric Church, and more.
Their last concert was held at Arlington, which was attended by 104,793 fans. It also broke the record of the 12/05/81 Rolling Stones grossing $18,194,374 at a single-show country concert.
Is A Devoted Philanthropist
George Strait has been a part of many charitable organizations. In 2010, he was named a spokesman for the Wrangler National Patriot program, which helps financially to America’s wounded and fallen military veterans and their families.
Strait also formed The Jenifer Strait Memorial Foundation to honor Jenifer Strait (her late daughter). It raises and donates money to various children’s organizations based in San Antonio and Houston area.
Furthermore, the artist also supports ACM Lifting Lives, Boys & Girls Club of America, and more.
Listed His San Antonio Estate On The Market For $8.9 Million
In 2019, George Strait’s gleaming estate in San Antonio, Texas, hit the market for a price tag of $8.9 million. Santa Fe-style abode has nearly 8,000-square-foot dwelling features, which comprise three bedrooms and six baths.
It also includes a 14 hand-sculpted fireplaces, custom stained glass windows, a custom Tull-designed copper bar top, and an exercise room with a sauna.
The couple welcomed their first child, a daughter named Jenifer Strait, on October 6, 1972. On June 25, 1986, Jenifer was, sadly, killed in a horrific automobile accident in San Marcos at age 13. Their second child, a son George Strait Jr. was born in 1981.
Album Earnings
The list of his albums with its earnings is mentioned below:
| Album | Revenue |
| Strait Country (1981) | $1.13 million |
| Strait from the Heart (1982) | $1.14 million |
| Right or Wrong (1983) | $1.15 million |
| Does Fort Worth Ever Cross Your Mind (1984) | $1.16 million |
| Something Special (1985) | $1.17 million |
| Merry Christmas Strait to You! (1986) | $2.28 million |
| 7 (1986) | $1.18 million |
| Ocean Front Property (1987) | $2.36 million |
| Livin’ It Up (1990) | $1.19 million |
| Easy Come, Easy Go (1993) | $2.4 million |
| Lead On (1994) | $2.3 million |
| Strait Out of the Box (1995) | $11 million |
| Blue Clear Sky (1996) | $3.5 million |
| Carrying Your Love with Me (1997) | $3.6 million |
| One Step at a Time (1998) | $2.4 million |
| 50 Number Ones (2004) | $4 million |
Strait made $26 million from his various work in 2014.
