Peter Garrett is an iconic Australian musician, former politician, and environmental activist. Garrett, who was known for his commanding stage presence and passionate activism, had a long and distinguished career. We discussed his life, his career, net worth, family, and personal life details.
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Who is Peter Garrett?
Peter Garrett is the frontman of the legendary Australian rock band Midnight Oil, whose politically fired lyrics and electric concerts made it a fixture of the scene. Garrett was born on 16 April 1953 in Wahroonga, New South Wales, and is also a lawyer and a former politician who served as a Member of Parliament and a Minister in the government of Australia.
My music career, formerly known as Midnight Oil
Peter formed Midnight Oil as a frontman in 1973, and the grouping’s combination of hard rock and social activism catapulted them to fame in remarkably short order. Tracks like Beds Are Burning and Blue Sky Mine cemented Midnight Oil’s status as one of Australia’s all-time greatest bands. Over its three-album span, the group frequently sang about raising awareness for environmental causes, Indigenous rights and social justice.
Garrett’s stature is tall and bald, the top of his head making him look like a giant no stache/toothbrush. He’s a strong presence on the stage, but it was his energy that kept the audience entranced. Their thrashingly raw, unwaveringly sensitive approach turned Midnight Oil into a beloved band, with populist success overseas and a slew of ARIA Awards to their credit.
Political Career
Garrett moved from music to politics in the early 2000s. He joined the Australian Labor Party and was elected to Parliament in 2004, representing the seat of Kingsford Smith. In his career, he was a politician.
- Minister for the Environment, Heritage and the Arts
- Minister for School Education, Early Childhood and Youth
His controversial time as the people’s education secretary included also work on environmental policy. Garrett, who retired from politics in 2013, remains active in social and environmental advocacy.
Peter Garrett’s Net Worth
As of 2024, Peter’s net worth is $10 million. His wealth comes primarily from his music career with Midnight Oil, including album sales, tours and royalties. His political career was good for his finances, too, but music remains his best-paying gig.
Midnight Oil’s tour reunions and album releases in recent years have also helped Jeffries’ net worth.
Peter Wife, Children and Family Life
Wife and First Wife
Peter Garrett and Doris Ricon have been a married couple for about two decades. Doris was a supportive girlfriend and has often been seen accompanying Garrett to public events. Little is publicly known about Garrett’s first wife (if he had one), suggesting that Doris is his longtime partner.
Daughters
Peter Garrett and Doris Garrett have Emily, May and Grace. All have pursued arts careers successfully. Grace Garrett (an accomplished interior designer) and Emily and May (each, to varying degrees, having pursued artistic and public careers) all sit somewhere within that canon. Garrett has talked extensively about how vital family has been in his life and how much his daughters have improved him as a person.
Height
Height is one of Peter Garrett’s unique physical characteristics. He’s a stratospherically tall (193 centimeters) 6 foot 3 and heheight literally literally toively—to good use, getting attention whenever he steps into the concert arena or political spotlight.
Age
Peter Garrett Age (As of 2023)Peter Garrett was born on April 16, 1953, so as of now, he is 71 years old. At his age, he never ceases to perform and never stops raising money for the causes in which he believes.
FAQs About Peter Garrett
Is Peter Garrett still with Midnight Oil?
Garrett does continue to work with Midnight Oil, but the band interrupts that work every so often. They have since toured together for reunions and put out new music.
What is Peter Garrett’s number of children?
Peter Garrett and three daughters, Emily, May and Grace Garrett.
