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Donald Newton Van Zant Facts: Bio, Age, Height, Weight, Family, and Net Worth

Last Updated on April 25, 2026: By Josphat G

Donald Newton Van Zant is an American musician best known for playing Vocalist for the song Hold on Loosely.

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Best Known For:The song Hold On Loosely
Breakthrough:Formed the band 38 Special in 1974

10 Quick Facts About Donald Newton Van Zant

  • Full Name: Donald Newton Van Zant
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Entertainer
  • Known For: The song Hold On Loosely
  • Place of Birth: Jacksonville, Florida
  • Birth Year: 1952
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse / Partner: Ashley Van Zant
  • Popular As: Donnie Van Zant
  • Specialization: Musician / Singer
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Donnie Van Zant Image

Donald Newton Van Zant Age

Donald Newton Van Zant is about 74 years old as of 2026. Donald Newton Van Zant was born in 1952.

Career & Work

Donald Newton Van Zant's career includes acting and entertainment roles with 38 Special.

Organization: 38 Special
Role: Vocalist
Period: 1974–2013

Rise to Fame

Donald Newton Van Zant rose to prominence for his role for the song Hold On Loosely.

Notable Works

Notable screen roles include Hold On Loosely and Caught Up in You.

  • Work: Hold On Loosely (Vocalist, 1981)
  • Work: Caught Up in You (Vocalist, 1982)

Donald Newton Van Zant Family & Relationships

Donald Newton Van Zant is married to Ashley Van Zant. He has 2 siblings, Ronnie Van Zant and Johnny Van Zant.

  • Father: Lacy Van Zant
  • Mother: Marion Virginia Hicks
  • Siblings:
    • Ronnie Van Zant
    • Johnny Van Zant

Personal Information

  • Full Name: Donald Newton Van Zant
  • Popular As: Donnie Van Zant
  • Gender: Male
  • Occupation: Entertainer
  • Nationality: American
  • Living Status: Alive
  • Ethnicity: White

Birth & Background

  • Birth Year: 1952
  • Place of Birth: Jacksonville, Florida

Family & Relationships

  • Father: Lacy Van Zant
  • Mother: Marion Virginia Hicks
  • Siblings: 2 siblings
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse / Partner: Ashley Van Zant

Net Worth & Income

  • Salary: $63,000–$569,000 (Estimated range)
  • Net Worth: $437,000–$10,928,000 (Estimated range)
  • Source of Income: Performances, recordings and potentially royalties

Related Biographies

  • Ashley Van Zant (Spouse)
  • Lacy Van Zant (Parent)
  • Marion Virginia Hicks (Parent)
  • Ronnie Van Zant (Sibling)
  • Johnny Van Zant (Sibling)

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