Lars Ulrich

Date of Birth: December 26, 1963

Zodiac Sign: Capricorn

Biography

Lars Ulrich is a prominent Danish-American musician best known as the drummer and co-founder of the heavy metal band Metallica. Born on December 26, 1963, in Gentofte, Denmark, Ulrich initially aspired to be a professional tennis player, following in the footsteps of his father, Torben Ulrich, a well-known tennis player and jazz musician. However, his passion for music, particularly heavy metal, was ignited after attending a Deep Purple concert in 1973. In 1981, after placing an advertisement in a Los Angeles newspaper seeking musicians to form a band, Ulrich met James Hetfield. Together, they founded Metallica, which would go on to become one of the most influential and commercially successful rock bands in history. Known for his aggressive drumming style and energetic performances, Ulrich has played a crucial role in shaping the band’s sound. Throughout his career, Ulrich has been involved in numerous high-profile events and controversies, including Metallica’s lawsuit against the file-sharing service Napster in 2000, which brought significant attention to issues surrounding digital music distribution. Beyond his work with Metallica, Ulrich has also taken on acting roles and produced several films.

5 Interesting Facts about Lars Ulrich

1. Lars Ulrich was the first Dane to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

2. He co-founded Metallica after placing an ad in a newspaper looking for musicians.

3. Ulrich was a competitive tennis player in his youth and moved to the United States to pursue tennis before focusing on music.

4. He has appeared in several films, including a cameo in the 2010 film “Get Him to the Greek.”

5. Lars Ulrich is known for his large art collection and has been a significant patron of contemporary art.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Lars Ulrich

1. “If you sit there and you obsess about how you’re the coolest band in the world or whatever, it’s a pretty heavy weight to carry.”

2. “I believe in the power of music. I believe in the power of art. I believe in the power of people.”

3. “The day Metallica doesn’t exist is the day I won’t be sitting behind a drum kit anymore.”

4. “We’re not the best band in the world, but we’re the best at what we do.”

5. “The energy I get from the audience is the biggest motivation I have.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Lars Ulrich’s highest net worth has been estimated at approximately $350 million.

Children

Lars Ulrich has three children. He has two sons, Myles and Layne, with his ex-wife Skylar Satenstein. He also has a son named Bryce Thadeus Ulrich-Nielsen with his former partner, Danish actress Connie Nielsen.