Athol Guy Bio, Wiki, Age, Height, Married, Wife, Son, Family, Seekers and Net Worth

Athol Guy Biography

Athol Guy, AO, is a member of the Australian pop music group The Seekers, for whom he plays double bass and sings. He was born on January 5, 1940, in Colac, Victoria, Australia as Athol George Guy. Athol is easily recognizable by his black-framed “Buddy Holly” glasses, and, during live performances, often acts as the group’s compère. Athol is the son of George Francis Guy (RAN) and Doris Thelma (née Cole) Guy.

He was educated at Gardenvale Central School, where he was school captain. Guy entered Melbourne High School, where he was twice under age athletic champion and an officer in the cadet corps. During this time Guy was Victorian Sub Junior High Jump Champion and then silver medallist to Olympian Colin Ridgway the next year.

10 Quick Facts About Athol Guy

1. Name: Athol Guy
2. Age: 82 years
3. Birthday: January 5
4. Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
5. Height: 5 feet 4 inches (1.64 m)
6. Nationality: American
7. Occupation: Pop music group The Seekers
8. Marital Status: Married
9. Salary: Under Review
10. Net worth: 60.9 million dollars

Athol Guy Age

Athol is 82 years old as of 2022, she was born on January 5, 1940, in Colac, Victoria, Australia as Athol George Guy. He celebrates his birthday on January 5, every year and his birth sign is Capricorn.

Athol Guy Height

Athol stands at a height of 5 feet 4 inches (1.64 m) tall. However, details regarding his actual weight and other body measurements are currently not publicly available. We are keeping tabs and will update this information once it is out.

Athol Guy Wife

Athol was married but his wife died, during an interview in 2015 he revealed that he has a daughter (35 years) and his wife had died. ‘I think the achievement I’m most proud of is having a very normal daughter, who is 35. She is progressing beautifully in life. Sadly, she lost her mum, my dear wife, about ten years ago.

I’m so proud of the way she has handled her life. Although, funnily, she wouldn’t open her mouth to sing a note, whereas her daughter, my three-year-old granddaughter, is the biggest show-off you’ve ever seen. Fame is fleeting, but this is the most important thing in life.’

Athol Guy Net Worth

Athol has an estimated net worth of 60.9 million dollars. This includes his assets, money, and income. His primary source of income is his career as a music performer. Through his various sources of income, Athol has been able to accumulate good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.

Athol Guy Politics

Athol was elected to the Victorian Legislative Assembly in a by-election on 11 December 1971 for Gisborne as a member of the Liberal Party. Guy served as a member of the assembly until resigning due to ill health on 5 March 1979. Athol’s achievements included the government’s purchase and development of Werribee Park.

Athol Guy Measurements and Facts

Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Athol Guy.

Athol Guy Wiki

• Full Names: Athol George Guy.
• Popular As: Australian music performer
• Gender: Male
• Occupation / Profession: Singer and Politician
• Nationality: Australian
• Race / Ethnicity: To be updated
• Religion: To be updated
• Sexual Orientation: Straight

Athol Guy Birthday

• Age / How Old?: 81 years old as of 2021.
• Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
• Date of Birth: January 5, 1940
• Place of Birth: Colac, Victoria, Australia
• Birthday: January 5, every year

Athol Body Measurements

• Height / How Tall?: 5 feet 4 inches (1.64 m) tall.
• Weight: To be updated
• Eye Color: Brown
• Hair Color: Black
• Shoe Size: To be updated

Athol Family and Relationship

• Father (Dad): George Francis Guy
• Mother: Doris Thelma
• Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): To be updated
• Marital Status: Married
• Wife/Spouse: Not Applicable
• Dating / Girlfriend: Single
• Children: Daughter(s) (One)

Athol Net Worth and Salary

• Net Worth: 60.9 million dollars
• Salary: Under Review
• Source of Income: Singer and Politician

Athol Guy Seekers and The Seekers

Athol formed his first musical group in 1958, The Ramblers, resulting in his move into performance, marketing, and production at GTV9. Progressing via HSV7, media manager with the Clemenger Group, and account exec with JWT, Guy then set sail with The Seekers for 10 weeks’ holiday abroad. On Guy’s return, he established his own consulting company and compèred two national TV shows.

When The Seekers disbanded in the year 1968, he hosted his own variety series — A Guy Called Athol — on Australia’s Seven Network, as well as later the quiz show Big Nine on the Nine Network. In the year 1971, Guy was elected as the Liberal member for Gisborne in the Victorian Legislative Assembly.

One of its youngest members, Guy won three terms with an increasing majority before he returned to the commercial world as a corporate consultant. He has taken part in subsequent reunions of The Seekers since the year 1993 when the award-winning group celebrated the silver jubilee of its 1968 break up.

Athol Guy Entrepreneur and Business

Athol opted to return to the business world and rejoined the Clemenger group as General Manager of Clemenger Harvie from the year 1979 to 1989. During the 1990s he joined St George Bank’s marketing team as Business Development Consultant, as well as then AMP’s blue-ribbon financial planning group, Hillross.

With the assistance of the St George Foundation, Athol was instrumental in the Murdoch Institute introducing a genetic educational course into Victorian schools.

Alongside these roles, Athol happily accommodated the many hundreds of reunion concerts with The Seekers from 1993 to about 2015, effectively curtailing any further political ambitions.

In recent years, he has been involved in a joint venture with Hanging Rock Winery, launching “Athol’s Paddock” in the Macedon Ranges. The first vintage from “Athol’s Paddock” was in 1997 as well as since that time has regularly produced award-winning Shiraz.

Frequently Asked Questions About Athol Guy

Who is Athol Guy?

Athol AO is a member of the Australian pop music group The Seekers, for whom he plays double bass and sings.

How old is Athol Guy?

Athol is 81 years old as of 2021, she was born on January 5, 1940, in Colac, Victoria, Australia as Athol George Guy.

How tall is Athol Guy?

Athol AO stands at a height of 5 feet 4 inches (1.64 m) tall.

Is Athol Guy married?

Athol AO was married but his wife died, during an interview in 2015 he revealed that he has a daughter (35 years) and his wife had died.

How much is Athol Guy worth?

Athol AO has an estimated net worth of 60.9 million dollars which he has earned from his music career.

Where does Athol live?

Guy spent eight years in the 1970s as the Liberal member for Gisborne in the Victorian Parliament. He still lives in the area.

Is Athol dead or alive?

Athol AO is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.

Where is Athol now?

Athol AO is a member of the Australian pop music group The Seekers, for whom he plays double bass and sings.

Athol Guy Contacts

• Instagram
• Twitter
• Facebook
• Youtube
• TikTok
• Website

Related Biographies.

You may also like to read the Bio, Career, Family, Relationship,  Body measurements, Net worth, Achievements, and more about:

• Pauline Hanson
• Donald Rumsfeld
• David Boyd
• Alex Clare
• Jackie DeShannon