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Ritchie Blackmore is an English guitarist and songwriter. He is best known as the lead guitarist of the rock band Deep Purple, and is also known for his work with the band Rainbow. He has also released several solo albums. Blackmore was born in Weston-super-Mare, England, and began playing guitar at the age of 11. He joined Deep Purple in 1968 and remained with the band until 1975. During his time with the band, he wrote and co-wrote several of their most popular songs, including "Smoke on the Water" and "Highway Star". In 1975, Blackmore left Deep Purple and formed the band Rainbow, which he led until 1984. He then returned to Deep Purple, and remained with the band until 1993. He has since released several solo albums, and continues to perform live. Blackmore has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame twice, once as a member of Deep Purple and once as a member of Rainbow. He has also been awarded the Ivor Novello Award for Outstanding Contribution to British Music. As of 2021, Ritchie Blackmore's net worth is estimated to be roughly $50 million.
| Popular As | Richard Hugh Blackmore |
| Occupation | soundtrack,composer,writer |
| Age | 78 years old |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries |
| Born | 14 April, 1945 |
| Birthday | 14 April |
| Birthplace | Weston Super Mare, England, UK |
| Nationality | UK |
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Ritchie Blackmore Height, Weight & Measurements
At 78 years old, Ritchie Blackmore height is 5' 10½" (1.79 m) .
| Physical Status | |
|---|---|
| Height | 5' 10½" (1.79 m) |
| Weight | Not Available |
| Body Measurements | Not Available |
| Eye Color | Not Available |
| Hair Color | Not Available |
Who Is Ritchie Blackmore's Wife?
His wife is Candice Night (October 2008 - present) ( 1 child), Amy Rothman (May 1981 - 1987) ( divorced), Barbie Hardie (16 September 1969 - ?) ( divorced), Margrit Volkmar (18 May 1964 - 1969) ( divorced) ( 1 child)
| Family | |
|---|---|
| Parents | Not Available |
| Wife | Candice Night (October 2008 - present) ( 1 child), Amy Rothman (May 1981 - 1987) ( divorced), Barbie Hardie (16 September 1969 - ?) ( divorced), Margrit Volkmar (18 May 1964 - 1969) ( divorced) ( 1 child) |
| Sibling | Not Available |
| Children | Not Available |
Ritchie Blackmore Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Ritchie Blackmore worth at the age of 78 years old? Ritchie Blackmore’s income source is mostly from being a successful Soundtrack. He is from UK. We have estimated Ritchie Blackmore's net worth , money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2023 | $1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2023 | Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2022 | Pending |
| Salary in 2022 | Under Review |
| House | Not Available |
| Cars | Not Available |
| Source of Income | Soundtrack |
Ritchie Blackmore Social Network
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Timeline
Portrayed by actor Mathew Baynton in the 2008 Joe Meek movie biopic Telstar.
Readers of Total Guitar Magazine voted his riff for "Smoke on the Water" the fourth greatest guitar riff ever. [June 2004]
Voted the South West's joint best guitarist with Matt Bellamy in Total Guitar Magazine's poll of the greatest 12 British guitarists. [July 2001]
He met Ronnie James Dio in the early 70s when Dio's band Elf served as Deep Purple's opening act. When Blackmore left Purple in 1975, he formed Rainbow around the Elf lineup, minus their guitarist. After the first album, "Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow," was released, Blackmore fired everybody except Dio. Dio eventually left the band in 1979, to replace Ozzy Osbourne in Black Sabbath.
Began his recording career in 1961 with Mike Dee & The Jaywalkers, however their Decca record 'My Blue Heaven' did not get a release. He then became an underpaid yet overworked session musician for Joe Meek and his own RGM label, appearing on countless records between 1963-1966.
Ritchie Blackmore was born on April 14, 1945 in Weston Super Mare, England as Richard Hugh Blackmore.
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