Rolf Harris Net Worth

Rolf Harris is a famous Australian musician, singer, songwriter, entertainer, TV personality, composer, and actor. He is well-known for his songs ”Tie Me Kangaroo Down, Sport” and ”Jake the Peg”. In 2014, the world was shocked when he was convicted of molesting young girls. He served his sentence and was released in 2017. Read further to get to know Rolf Harris net worth.

 

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Rolf Harris Wiki

Early Life

Rolf Harris was conceived on 30 March 1930 in Western Australia, Australia. His father’s name was Cromwell Harris and his mother’s name was Agnes Margaret. Rolf went to Perth Modern School and Bassendean State School. Then, he joined the University of Western Australia and gained a BA degree. Rolf used to paint in his teens. He was an accomplished painter and swimmer as well. He won many swimming competitions when he was young.

Career

In 1952, Rolf Haris relocated to the United Kingdom and started his career. He started appearing in a children’s show called Jigsaw where he used to draw cartoons. He also started his musical career by releasing his first album Rolf Harris Sings at the Down Under Club in 1959. In 1963, he released his second album titled Sun Arise. He went on to release 30 albums in his lengthy career. He composed many popular songs such as Jake the Peg, Two Little Boys, and Tie me Kangaroo down sport. Rolf also painted a portrait of Queen Elizabeth when she turned 80 years old.

His most famous songs are Jake the Peg, Six White Boomers, Tie me Kangaroo down sport, Two Little Boys, Iko Iko, Stairway to Heaven, Big black hat, Fine Day, Johnny Days, Big Dog, Football crazy, Mud mud, The pub with no beer, In the wet and Lay that pistol down.

Rolf Harris has also appeared in many films and TV shows and programs such as Run For Your Wife, Crash Drive, Web of Suspicion, The Little Convict, The Fruit Cases, Background for Murder, and You Lucky People.

In 2013, Rolf Harris was arrested regarding his involvement in child abuse. He denied all allegations of sexual abuse and maintained his innocence. Many victims came forward and told their stories of how they were molested by Rolf Harris when they were very young. In 2014, he was put on trial and ultimately convicted of sexually assaulting young girls. He served just three years in jail and was released on license in 2017. There was a public uproar about his reduced sentence. All his awards and honors were stripped and he became one of the most disliked people in the world.

Awards and Achievements

Rolf Harris has received many awards in his career. In 1968, he was appointed as the Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE). In 1989, he received the honor of Member of the Order of Australia. He was also named as one of the ”Australian National Living Treasures”. Harris received many honorary degrees from many prestigious universities. In 2008, he was inducted into the ARIA Hall of Fame. He was also awarded the BAFTA fellowship. All these titles and honors were later rescinded when he was convicted of sexually assaulting underage girls and sentenced to prison.

How much is Rolf Harris Net Worth?

According to various sources, Rolf Harris Net Worth is evaluated to be $19 Million. He earned his wealth through his musical career, songs, royalties, live concerts, paintings, endorsements, and TV & movie appearances.

Facts about Rolf Harris

• Rolf Harris is one of the most famous (now notorious) Australian musicians, TV personalities, and composers in the world.
• He has released over 30 albums in his career.
• Due to his conviction regarding the sexual abuse of underage girls, he was stripped of many titles, awards, and honors. He is now living as a recluse in a $9 million house.
• Rolf Haris is not active on social media.
• He is married to Alwen Hughes since 1958 and has one daughter.
• His songs ”Tie Me Kangaroo Down Sport” and ”Jake the Peg” were very popular with the audience.