Peter Paul Cetera was born on the 13th September 1944, in Chicago, Illinois USA, of Polish and Hungarian ancestry, and is a musician, singer, songwriter and producer as well, particularly known for being an original member of the rock group Chicago. As a solo artist, he has also released eight studio albums, including “One More Story” (1988), “Another Perfect World” (2001), and six Top 40 singles, such as “Glory Of Love”, “Restless Heart”, etc. His career has been active since 1962.
So, have you ever wondered how rich Peter Cetera is? It has been estimated by authoritative sources that Peter’s net worth is over $30 million, as of 2017, accumulated through his successful career in the music industry. Another source is coming from starring in two film titles.
Peter Cetera Net Worth $30 Million
Peter Cetera spent his childhood in the Morgan Park area of Chicago, one of six children; his brothers are Tim Cetera and Kenny Cetera, both involved in the music industry as well. Peter went to Archbishop Quigley Preparatory Seminary, and later transferred to Mendel Catholic Prep High School, from which he matriculated in 1962. He began playing the guitar at the age of 11, when it was given to him as a present from his parents.
In no time, Peter’s professional musical career began, as when he was 15 years old he joined other high school students, and formed a band called The Exceptions. However, he soon founded his own band called The Big Thing, and liking the music they produced, they renamed themselves The Chicago Transit Authority, and then shortened the name to Chicago. The band’s first album came out in 1969 entitled “Chicago Transit Authority”, with Cetera becoming the frontman of the group. During his stint with the band, they released 14 more albums, becoming extremely popular during the 1970s, especially with albums “Chicago V” (1972), “Chicago VI” (1973), “Chicago VIII” (1975), all of which topped the US Billboard 200 chart, and achieved platinum status, which increased Peter’s net worth by a large margin, which subsequently enabled him to launch a solo career.
While still a member of Chicago, Peter worked on his debut self-titled solo album, and released it in 1981. As the band’s popularity began to decline, Peter focused more on his solo career, and left the band in 1985. Since then, he has been working on a solo career, which is now the main source of his net worth. So far, he has released eight albums, including “One More Story” (1988), “World Falling Down” (1992), “Another Perfect World” (2001), and “You Just Gotta Love Christmas” in 2004, all of which have added to his net worth, thanks to consistent sales.
Since 2005 he has been constantly on tour, which has also increased the overall size of his net worth.
In 2016, Peter was inducted into the Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame, with the other original members of Chicago, however, he didn`t show up for the event.
Apart from his successful career as a musician, Peter has tried himself as an actor, appearing in two films, the 1973 film “Electra Glide In Blue”, playing Bob Zemko, and later in the 1991 TV film “Memories Of Midnight” as Larry Douglas, which also increased his overall net worth.
Regarding Peter Cetera’s personal life, he has been married twice, firstly to Janice Sheely from 1968 to 1973, and then to Diane Nini from 1982 until 1991; they are the parents of one child. He also has a daughter with his ex-girlfriend, Blythe Weber. His current residence is in Sun Valley, Idaho. In his spare time, Peter enjoys playing soccer, basketball and other sports.
ASCAP Award - Most Performed Songs from Motion Pictures (1987)
Record Labels
Warner Bros. Records, Navarre, San Juan Records / Matrak, River North Records
Albums
Solitude/Solitaire (1986), Another Perfect World (2001), World Falling Down (1992), Live In Salt Lake City (2005), Another Perfect World (2001), One Clear Voice (1995), Rock 'N' Roll Mass (EP), The Karate Kid Part II (1986, soundtrack), Walk a Fine Line (1983)
Music Groups
The Exceptions, Chicago (1967 – 1985)
Nominations
Academy Awards - Best Music, Original Song (1987), Golden Globe Award
Movies
Electra Glide in Blue (1973), Peter Cetera: Live (2004), Soundstage Presents Peter Cetera (2004, concert)
TV Shows
59th Academy Awards, live performance (1987), Baywatch: Save Me (1999), The Arsenio Hall Show (1993), The Arsenio Hall Show (1993), Smucker's Presents Hot Ice, Cool Sounds (NBC, 2008)
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Fact
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Has lived in Sun Valley, Idaho, since the mid-1980s, where he routinely participates in numerous sports, including basketball, mountain biking, soccer, ice hockey and motorcycling. [2009]
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He and Chicago were awarded a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for Recording at 6438 Hollywood Boulevard in Hollywood, California.
Co-wrote "Voices That Care," on which he was also a leading performer, with his frequent partner David Foster.
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Co-wrote and performed "Save Me", which was the theme from Baywatch (1989) during its maiden (network-based) season. Cetera also contributed "One Good Woman" to the "Baywatch" episode Baywatch: Snake Eyes (1990); both songs are available on Peter's album, "One More Story".
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Has a daughter, Senna, with former girl friend Blythe, who contributed artwork to her father's 2004 CD, "You Just Gotta Love Christmas".
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Has a daughter, Claire, with first wife, Diane Nini. Claire sang with her father on his 2004 CD, "You Just Gotta Love Christmas".
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Lead vocalist and bassist for rock group Chicago from 1967 to 1985.
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He played as an auto mechanics attendant in the music video "Stay The Night" by Chicago.
Soundtrack
Title
Year
Status
Character
Chicago World Tour 2011: Backstage Pass
2012
Video writer: "Feelin' Stronger Everyday", "Hard to Say I'm Sorry/Get Away"
The Bachelorette
2012
TV Series 1 episode
Criminal Minds
TV Series lyrics - 1 episode, 2012 music - 1 episode, 2012
Modern Family
2012
TV Series writer - 1 episode
Todd's Pop Song Reviews
TV Series documentary writer - 2 episodes, 2010 - 2011 performer - 1 episode, 2010
Total Wipeout
TV Series performer - 1 episode, 2010 writer - 1 episode, 2010
Miranda
2009
TV Series writer - 1 episode
Hung
TV Series performer - 1 episode, 2009 writer - 1 episode, 2009
The Oprah Winfrey Show
2008
TV Series writer - 1 episode
Idols!
2007
TV Series writer - 1 episode
Happy Feet
2006
writer: "If You Leave Me Now"
Elite Beat Agents
2006
Video Game writer: "You're the Inspiration"
Australian Idol
2003-2006
TV Series writer - 3 episodes
Idol
2005
TV Series writer - 1 episode
Kicking & Screaming
2005
writer: "YOU'RE THE INSPIRATION"
A Lot Like Love
2005
writer: "If You Leave Me Now"
South Park
2003-2004
TV Series writer - 2 episodes
Shaun of the Dead
2004
as Cetera, "If You Leave Me Now"
Idol - Jakten på en superstjerne
2003-2004
TV Series writer - 2 episodes
Hinter Gittern - Der Frauenknast
2003
TV Series writer - 1 episode
Deutschland sucht den Superstar
2003
TV Series writer - 1 episode
Sex and the City
2003
TV Series writer - 1 episode
Idols
2002-2003
TV Series writer - 2 episodes
Ed
2000
TV Series performer - 1 episode
Three Kings
1999
writer: "If You Leave Me Now"
Goodbye Lover
1998
performer: "Do You Love Me That Much"
Pretty Woman
1990
performer: "No Explanation"
Baywatch
TV Series performer - 1 episode, 1989 writer - 1 episode, 1989
Panic at Malibu Pier
1989
TV Movie performer: "Save Me" / writer: "Save Me"
Chances Are
1989
performer: "AFTER ALL Love theme from CHANCES ARE"