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Kix Brooks Biography

Kix Brooks is an American country music artist, actor, and film producer who was born and brought up in Shreveport, Louisiana, United States of America. He is widely known as one half of the duo Brooks & Dunn and host of radio’s ‘American Country Countdown’.

Prior to the duo’s foundation, he was a singer and songwriter, charting twice on Hot Country Songs and releasing an album for Capitol Records. He has a sister, a half-sister, and a half-brother; his father also adopted a son of his third wife.

10 Quick Facts About Kix Brooks

  1. Name: Leon Eric Brooks III
  2. Age: 68 Years (As of 2023)
  3. Birthday: 12 May
  4. Zodiac Sign: Taurus
  5. Height: 6 feet 2 inches (1.88 m)
  6. Nationality: American
  7. Occupation: Country Music Artist, Actor, and Film Producer
  8. Marital Status: Married
  9. Salary: Under Review
  10. Net worth: $45 Million

Kix Brooks Age

Brooks is 68 years old as of 2023, he was born on 12 May 1955, in Shreveport, Louisiana, United States. He celebrates his birthday on 12 May every year and his birth sign is Taurus.

Kix Brooks Height

Brooks stands at a height of 6 feet 2 inches (1.88 m).

Kix Brooks Weight

Brooks Weighs 84 kg (185 lbs).

Kix Brooks Education

Brooks attended Sewanee Military Academy, an Episcopal school in Sewanee, Tennessee. He then enrolled at Louisiana Tech University in Ruston as a theatre arts major.

Kix Brooks Family

Brooks was born to his parents Leon Eric Brooks Jr. and Maybelle Carter in Shreveport. He spent his childhood with his two sibling sisters named Lisa Brooks and Midge Brooks Vreeland.

Kix Brooks Wife

Brooks is currently married to his wife Barbara. The couple is blessed with two children, a son named Eric Brooks and daughter named Molly Brooks.

Kix Brooks Net Worth

Brooks has an estimated net worth of $45 million dollars as of 2023. This includes his assets, money and income. His primary source of income is his career as a country music artist, actor, and film producer. Through his various sources of income, Kix has been able to accumulate a good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.

Kix Brooks Measurements and Facts

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

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Kix Brooks Wiki

  • Full Names: Leon Eric Brooks III
  • Popular As: Kix Brooks
  • Gender: Male
  • Occupation / Profession: Country Music Artist, Actor, and Film Producer
  • Nationality: American
  • Race / Ethnicity: Not Available
  • Religion: Not Known
  • Sexual Orientation: Straight

Kix Brooks Birthday

  • Age / How Old?: 68 years (2023)
  • Zodiac Sign: Taurus
  • Date of Birth: 12 May 1955
  • Place of Birth: Shreveport, Louisiana, USA
  • Birthday: 12 May

Kix Brooks Body Measurements

  • Body Measurements: Not Available
  • Height / How Tall?: 6 feet 2 inches (1.88 m)
  • Weight: 84 kg (185 lbs)
  • Eye Color: Blue
  • Hair Color: Grey
  • Shoe Size: Not Available

Kix Brooks Family and Relationship

  • Father (Dad): Leon Eric Brooks Jr.
  • Mother: Maybelle Carter
  • Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Lisa Brooks and Midge Brooks Vreeland
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Wife/Spouse: Married to Barbara Brooks
  • Dating / Girlfriend: Not Applicable
  • Children: Sons (Eric Brooks) Daughter(s) (Molly Brooks)

Kix Brooks Net Worth and Salary

  • Net Worth: $45 Million
  • Salary: Under Review
  • Source of Income: Country Music Artist, Actor, and Film Producer

Kix Brooks Career

Kix released an album, Kix Brooks, in 1989 on Capitol Records. This album also featured the song Sacred Ground, which became a No. 2 country hit for McBride & the Ride in 1992.He was one half of country music duo Brooks & Dunn, whose 1991 debut album, Brand New Man, generated four number-one hit singles on the country charts.

Kix usually provided backing vocals on their songs and singles. The singles featuring Brooks on lead vocals include, You’re Gonna Miss Me When I’m Gone, which went to No. 1, Lost and Found, Rock My World , Mama Don’t Get Dressed Up for Nothing, South of Santa Fe and Why Would I Say Goodbye.

On August 10, 2009, Brooks & Dunn announced to their fans, via their website that they intended to disband after twenty years of touring. According to the short statement released on their web site, Brooks & Dunn intended to release a greatest hits album, tour during the rest of 2009, and have a farewell tour in 2010.

Kix resumed his solo career in 2012, releasing a new 12-track album on September 11, 2012. New to This Town features nine songs co-written by Brooks, including the album’s first single, the title track. 

Kix followed up his second album with the soundtrack to the western film Ambush at Dark Canyon in 2014. Brooks composed the majority of the musical score as well as starring in the film.

Since January 2006, Kix has hosted American Country Countdown, a syndicated radio countdown show based on Mediabase (originally was BILLBOARD, from 2006 to August 2009), country charts. Brooks succeeded the show’s former host, Bob Kingsley.

Kix is also co-owner of Arrington Vineyards with winemaker Kip Summers, and businessmen John Russell. Arrington Vineyard is a winery located outside of Nashville. In 2013, Kix launched the film company Team Two Entertainment along with Eric Brooks.

The company makes independent films that Kix produces and occasionally appears as an actor in. In 2015, Brooks signed a deal with Cooking Channel to host Steak Out with Kix Brooks, in which he travels around America in search of the best steakhouses.

Kix Brooks Awards

Brooks and Dunn have won more Country Music Association awards and Academy of Country Music awards than any act in the history of country music.In 2005, Brooks, along with timber industrialist Roy O. Martin Jr.,

The civil rights pioneer Andrew Young, and the Louisiana State University sports legends Paul Dietzel and Sue Gunter were among those named a Louisiana Legend by Louisiana Public Broadcasting.

On July 13, 2013, during his performance at Paragon Casino, Marksville, Louisiana, was inducted into The Louisiana Music Hall of Fame.

Kix Brooks Albums

  • Everybody has a story
  • New to this town
  • Cowboy town
  • It won’t be christmas Without You
  • Steers and Stripes

Kix Brooks Songs

  • Neon Moon
  • Brand New Man
  • Boot scootin’ boogie
  • My Maria
  • Red Dirt Road
  • Only in America
  • Cowgirls dont cry
  • Ain’t nothing bout you
  • Hillbilly Deluxe
  • Believe
  • Lost and Found
  • That ain’t no way to go
  • Play something country
  • New to this town
  • She’s not the cheatin kind
  • The last rodeo
  • Little miss Honky Tonk
  • Why would I say goodbye
  • How long gone

Frequently Asked Questions About Kix Brooks

Who is Kix Brooks?

Kix is an accomplished country music artist, actor, and film producer who is widely known as one half of the duo Brooks & Dunn and host of radio’s ‘American Country Countdown’.

How old is Brooks?

Kix is an American national born on 12th May 1955, in Shreveport, Louisiana.

How tall is Brooks?

Kix stands at a height of 6 feet 2 inches (1.88 meters).

Is Brooks married?

Yes, Kix is currently married to his wife Barbara. The couple is blessed with two children, a son named Eric Brooks and daughter named Molly Brooks.

How much is Brooks worth?

Kix has an approximate net worth of $45 million. This amount has been accrued from his leading roles in the entertainment industry.

How much does Brooks make?

Details about Kix’s salary are not yet disclosed. However, information about how much he makes will be updated as soon as it is available.

Where does Brooks live?

Because of security reasons, Kix has not shared his precise location of residence. We will update this information if we get the location and images of his house.

Is Brooks dead or alive?

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

Where is Brooks Now?

Kix is and has been producing music since 1983, having his last music released on YouTube on 5th August 2016.

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