Date of Birth: January 22, 1985
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Biography
Orianthi Penny Panagaris, known professionally as Orianthi, is an Australian musician, singer, and songwriter. Born on January 22, 1985, in Adelaide, South Australia, she began playing piano at age three and guitar at age six. Inspired by her father’s record collection, which included the likes of Santana and Jimi Hendrix, Orianthi developed a passion for rock and blues. She left school at 15 to focus on her music career and soon made a name for herself in the music industry. Orianthi’s big break came when she was selected by Michael Jackson to be his lead guitarist for his ill-fated “This Is It” concert series. Although the concerts were canceled due to Jackson’s untimely death, Orianthi gained significant attention and went on to release several successful albums. Her debut studio album, “Believe,” released in 2009, featured the hit single “According to You,” which topped charts worldwide. Orianthi has played with various artists, including Alice Cooper, Carrie Underwood, and Richie Sambora. Her unique blend of rock, pop, and blues, combined with her virtuosic guitar skills, have earned her critical acclaim and a loyal fanbase.
5 Interesting Facts about Orianthi
1. Orianthi was the first female guitarist to be hired by Michael Jackson.
2. She was named one of the “12 Greatest Female Electric Guitarists” by Elle magazine.
3. Orianthi has played with iconic musicians such as Carlos Santana and Steve Vai.
4. She won the “Breakthrough Guitarist of the Year” award at the 2010 Guitar International Awards.
5. Orianthi has a signature PRS (Paul Reed Smith) SE model guitar.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Orianthi
1. “Music is the universal language. It brings people together.”
2. “You have to believe in yourself and keep pushing forward. Never give up.”
3. “Playing guitar is like a form of meditation for me.”
4. “I want to inspire young girls to pick up the guitar and rock out.”
5. “Every performance is an opportunity to connect with the audience on a deeper level.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Orianthi’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $4 million.
Children
Orianthi does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Orianthi Official Website](http://www.iamorianthi.com/
2. [Orianthi on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/iamorianthi
3. [Orianthi on Twitter](https://twitter.com/orianthi
5. [Orianthi’s Discography on Discogs](https://www.discogs.com/artist/1046761-Orianthi
