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Don Felder

Don Felder is an American rock musician, singer, and songwriter. Don Felder is best known for being the lead guitarist of the American Rock band ‘The Eagles‘. Likewise, he is considered one of the most popular musicians in the world. While Felder has also received recognition and awards for his outstanding contribution.

Early life

Don Felder was born on 21st September 1947. As of 2022, Don is 75 years old. The birthplace of this personality is Gainesville, Florida, United States. His real name is Donald William Felder. His father’s name is Charles Nolan Felder while his mother is Doris Rebecca Felder. Don Felder grew up in a Southern Baptist family. Similarly, he belongs to the American nationality. According to Astrology, he has Virgo as his zodiac sign.

Talking about their formal educational status, he studied his schooling at Gainesville High School. He used to study music theory when he started working at a music school. Other information regarding his Universities is not known.

Career

Donald started his career as a member of the band Flow and released their debut album in 1970. Don was with his band in New York and later improved his guitar skills. Later the band broke up. After that, he got a job in Boston’s recording studio. Further, Don appeared in the album ‘The Great Pretender’ by Michael Dinner in 1974. Don Felder became a member of the Band ‘The Eagles, in 1974 January.

After that, he released the band’s fourth album named ‘One of These Nights’ in 1975. After 1 year, they released the album ‘Hotel California’ and in the year 1979, they released the album ‘The Long Run’. Further, Felder released two live albums with the band ‘Eagles’. While he released three compilation albums with his band.

Don Felder musician

Caption: Don playing guitar (Source: Instagram)

In the year 1983, this personality released his debut solo album ‘Airborne’. Likewise, his second studio album ‘Road to Forever’ was released at the beginning of 2012. In addition, an American musician has co-written songs including ‘Visions’, ‘Too Many Hands’, ‘The Disco Strangler’, ‘Those Shoes’, ‘ Victim of Love’, and ‘Hotel California’. Despite his popularity and fame, he has not received any brand endorsement deals as of now. However, it is possible that in the near future, he might start to endorse brands.

Don Felder – Net Worth 2023

Don Felder is living a luxurious life with his family. As of January 2022, his net worth is $70 million. Felder made it by releasing various albums with his band Eagles. Similarly, he has released solo albums, written many songs, and also written an autobiography.

Don Felder – Awards 2022

Don has won many awards and nominations. Out of 12 nominations, he won four Grammy Awards. Likewise, Felder also received four American Music Awards from the group in 1998. In addition, the band was inducted into the Rock and Roll of Fame.

Personal life

Moving on to their personal life, Don Felder married Susan Felder in 1971. The couple was blessed with four children. They are; Leah Felder, Cody William Felder, Rebecca Felder, and Jesse N. Felder The couple divorced in 2000 due to issues. Later in 2000, he married Kathrin Nicholson, the real estate broker.

Rumors and Controversies

Don Felder was stuck in a lawsuit against his band ‘The Eagles’. Later in 2001, he got fired from the band. Other rumors and controversies related to his personal life are not known.

Body Measurements

He is a very good-looking man and has an amazing personality. The musician stands about 5 feet 10 inches. While he weighs 80kg. The color of Felder’s hair is grey and he has blue-colored eyes.

Don Felder body

Caption: Don height (Source: Instagram)

Don Felder – Social Media 2022

He is also active in social media. He has a Facebook page under his name with around 224k followers. Likewise, Felder has a Twitter account with the username @donfelder with 20.9k followers. In addition. he has an Instagram account with the username @donfeldermusic. And Don has around 47.4k followers in it.