Paul Stanley

Date of Birth: January 20, 1952

Zodiac Sign: Aquarius

Biography

Paul Stanley, born Stanley Bert Eisen, is an American musician, singer, and songwriter, best known as the rhythm guitarist and co-lead vocalist of the rock band Kiss. Born on January 20, 1952, in Manhattan, New York City, Stanley showed a keen interest in music from a young age. He co-founded Kiss in the early 1970s alongside Gene Simmons, Peter Criss, and Ace Frehley. The band became known for their elaborate stage performances, distinctive makeup, and rock anthems such as “Rock and Roll All Nite” and “Detroit Rock City.” Paul Stanley’s persona in Kiss is the “Starchild,” characterized by a star over his right eye and a flamboyant stage presence. Beyond his work with Kiss, Stanley has pursued solo projects and has been involved in other musical endeavors. He released a solo album in 1978 and another in 2006 titled “Live to Win.” In addition to his musical career, Stanley is an accomplished painter and has exhibited his artwork in galleries across the United States. He has also authored an autobiography, “Face the Music: A Life Exposed,” which offers an in-depth look into his life and career.

5 Interesting Facts about Paul Stanley

1. Paul Stanley was born with microtia, a congenital deformity of the outer ear, which left him with only one functional ear.

2. He is an accomplished painter, and his artworks have been exhibited in galleries across the United States.

3. Stanley underwent vocal cord surgery in 2011 to correct issues that had developed over years of performing.

4. He released a second memoir in 2019, titled “Backstage Pass,” which delves deeper into his personal life and philosophies.

5. Paul Stanley has also made appearances in theater, playing the role of The Phantom in “The Phantom of the Opera” in Toronto in 1999.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Paul Stanley

1. “The best revenge is to live on and prove yourself.”

2. “You’re only as good as your last performance.”

3. “Success is falling nine times and getting up ten.”

4. “Music, for me, is a release.”

5. “The great thing about rock and roll is that someone like me can be a star.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Paul Stanley’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $200 million.

Children

Paul Stanley has four children. His eldest son, Evan Shane Stanley, was born in 1994 from his first marriage to Pamela Bowen. He has three children with his second wife, Erin Sutton: a son named Colin Michael Stanley (born in 2006), a daughter named Sarah Brianna Stanley (born in 2009), and another daughter named Emily Grace Stanley (born in 2011).