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Leland Bruce Sklar Facts: Bio, Age, Height, Weight, Family, and Net Worth

Last Updated on April 25, 2026: By Josphat G

Leland Bruce Sklar is an American musician best known for playing Bassist for the album Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon.

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Best Known For:The album Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon
Breakthrough:Breakthrough as a member of James Taylor's backing band in 1970

10 Quick Facts About Leland Bruce Sklar

  • Full Name: Leland Bruce Sklar
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Entertainer
  • Known For: The album Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon
  • Date of Birth: May 28, 1947
  • Age: 78 years old
  • Place of Birth: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse / Partner: Maureen Sklar
  • Popular As: Lee Sklar
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Leland Bruce Sklar Age

Leland Bruce Sklar is about 79 years old as of 2026. Leland Bruce Sklar was born in 1947.

Education

He attended California State University, Northridge, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Music and Art.

  • California State University, Northridge
    • Qualification: Bachelor's degree
    • Field of Study: Music and Art

Career & Work

Leland Bruce Sklar's career includes acting and entertainment roles with Phil Collins and James Taylor.

Organization: Phil Collins
Role: Bassist
Period: 1980s–Present
Details: Serious Tour / First Farewell Tour
Organization: James Taylor
Role: Bassist
Period: 1970
Details: The Section

Rise to Fame

Leland Bruce Sklar rose to prominence for his role for the album Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon.

Notable Works

Notable screen roles include Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon and No Jacket Required.

  • Work: Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon (Bassist, 1971) — James Taylor album
  • Work: No Jacket Required (Bassist, 1985) — Phil Collins album

Leland Bruce Sklar Family & Relationships

Leland Bruce Sklar is married to Maureen Sklar.

Lesser Known Facts

  • He is instantly recognizable by his waist-length white beard, which he has grown since 1970.

Personal Information

  • Full Name: Leland Bruce Sklar
  • Popular As: Lee Sklar
  • Gender: Male
  • Occupation: Entertainer
  • Nationality: American
  • Living Status: Alive
  • Ethnicity: White

Birth & Background

  • Date of Birth: May 28, 1947
  • Age: 78
  • Birthday: May 28
  • Zodiac Sign: Gemini
  • Place of Birth: Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Measurements

  • Eye Color: Brown
  • Hair Color: Gray

Family & Relationships

  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse / Partner: Maureen Sklar

Net Worth & Income

  • Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
  • Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
  • Source of Income: Employment

Related Biographies

  • Maureen Sklar (Spouse • Wife)
  • James Taylor (Collaborator • Longtime bassist)
  • Phil Collins (Collaborator • Touring/Session bassist)

Online Presence

  • youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs5yDeiOgkyRZGZGphlS2iw
  • facebook:https://www.facebook.com/LelandSklarOfficial/

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