Dave Rowntree Biography: Age, Net Worth, Height, Wife, Albums, Career, Real Name

David Alexander De Horne Rowntree also known as Dave Rowntree is an English musician, drummer, solicitor, animator, composer, and political activist. He is best known as the drummer for the iconic Britpop band Blur.

Beyond music, he has pursued careers in law, animation, and politics, serving as a Labour councillor and standing for Parliament while releasing solo music and maintaining a diverse creative portfolio.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: David Alexander De Horne Rowntree
• Stage Name: Dave Rowntree
• Born: May 8, 1964
• Age: 62 years old
• Birthplace: Colchester, Essex, England
• Nationality: British
• Ethnicity: Caucasian
• Occupation: Musician, Drummer, Solicitor, Animator, Politician
• Height: 178 cm (5’10”)
• Religion: Christianity
• Parents: John Rowntree and Susan Rowntree
• Siblings: Sara Rowntree (elder sister)
• Spouse: Paola Marra
• Children: None
• Relationship: Divorced
• Net Worth: $10 million USD

Early Life and Education

Dave Rowntree was born on May 8, 1964, in Colchester, Essex, England, to John Rowntree and Susan Rowntree. He grew up in a musical family, with his mother playing the viola and his father working as a sound engineer at the BBC. He has one elder sister named Sara Rowntree. His family background fostered a strong connection to music from an early age. He attended The Gilberd School in Colchester during the week and studied percussion at Landermere Music School in Thorpe-le-Soken on weekends. He also played percussion with his father in the Colchester Silver Band. After school, he earned a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Computer Science at Thames Polytechnic and worked as a computer programmer for Colchester Borough Council. His ethnicity is Caucasian. His religion is Christianity.

Career

Dave Rowntree joined Blur in the late 1980s after being introduced to Damon Albarn and Graham Coxon. As the band’s drummer, he contributed to major albums including Parklife, The Great Escape, and 13, helping Blur achieve massive success in the Britpop era with multiple Brit Awards and chart-topping hits. He has been part of the band’s reunions and continues performing with them. Outside music, he qualified as a solicitor after studying at BPP Law School and worked in law. He served as a Labour councillor on Norfolk County Council from 2017 to 2021 and stood as a parliamentary candidate in 2010 and 2024. He has also worked as an animator, composer, and DJ while pursuing interests in amateur radio and astronomy. In 2023, he released his solo album Radio Songs. He remains active in music, politics, and creative projects.

Social Media

• Dave Rowntree does not have a social media account.

Personal Life

Dave Rowntree, 62 years old, is currently single following his divorce from Paola Marra, whom he married in 1994. No other long-term public relationships are widely documented. He has no children and maintains a relatively private personal life outside his public work. He focuses on family connections, creative pursuits, and community involvement. His height is 178 cm (5’10”).

Net Worth

Dave Rowntree‘s net worth is estimated at $10 million USD. He earns income primarily through his long career with Blur including album sales, tours, and royalties. Additional revenue comes from his solo music, legal work, animation projects, and other professional endeavors.