Lindsey Stirling Biography: Husband, Net Worth, Age, Songs, Children, Height, Parents, Tour, Albums

Biography

Lindsey Stirling is a celebrated American violinist, dancer, and composer renowned for her electrifying dubstep violin performances.

Born on September 21, 1986, in Santa Ana, California, she rose to fame after appearing on America’s Got Talent in 2010.

Blending classical violin with electronic dance music, hip-hop, and pop, Stirling has released multiple chart-topping albums, including her 2012 self-titled debut and Shatter Me (2014).

A YouTube sensation with over 15 million subscribers, she has toured globally, collaborated with artists like Evanescence and John Legend, and authored the memoir The Only Pirate at the Party.

American Violinist and songwriter
Lindsey Stirling
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Lindsey Stirling
Born:	21 September 1986 (age 39 years old)
Place of Birth:	Santa Ana, California, United States
Nationality:	American
Education:	Greenfield Junior High School, Mesquite High School, Brigham Young University
Height:	161 cm
Parents:	Stephen Stirling, Diane Stirling
Siblings:	Brooke Passey, Jennifer Stirling, Marina Stirling, Vova Vladimir Stirling
Spouse:	Not Married
Boyfriend • Partner:	Ryan Weed (2016-2017), Devin Graham (2012-2013), Chris Tuck (2025)
Children:	N/A
Occupation:	Violinist • Songwriter
Net Worth:	$12 million (USD)

Early Life & Education

Lindsey Stirling was born on September 21, 1986, in Santa Ana, California, and was raised in a modest household in Gilbert, Arizona.

Her ethnicity is European American, with her surname suggesting Scottish roots. She is a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (commonly known as the Mormon Church), though she has publicly discussed a nuanced relationship with her faith, including support for the LGBTQ+ community.

Her parents are Stephen Stirling and Diane Stirling, and she grew up in a family that emphasized perseverance despite financial constraints.

Stirling has four siblings: biological sisters Jennifer Stirling and Brooke Stirling (Brooke Passey), as well as adopted siblings Marina Stirling and Vova Vladimir Stirling from Russia; she is the middle child among the three biological daughters.

From an early age, she showed interest in music and dance, beginning violin lessons at age five with only half-hour sessions due to family finances, and she later balanced her passions by incorporating choreography into her performances.

For education, Stirling attended Greenfield Junior High School and Mesquite High School in Arizona, where she joined a rock band called Stomp on Melvin and won the Arizona Junior Miss title.

She later studied at Brigham Young University, graduating in 2015 with a Bachelor of Science degree in recreation management.

Career

Lindsey Stirling began her career performing violin in local rock bands while in high school, including a group called Stomp on Melvin.

In 2007, at age 21, she uploaded her first YouTube videos blending violin covers with original choreography, and her channel slowly gained traction.

Her major breakthrough came in 2010 on America’s Got Talent (Season 5), where she was dubbed the “hip-hop violinist” and reached the quarterfinals before being eliminated; judges praised her talent but doubted the concept’s longevity.

Undeterred, Stirling self-produced elaborate music videos, and her 2012 single “Crystallize” went viral, surpassing 100 million views within months and propelling her independent debut album Lindsey Stirling (September 2012) to No. 79 on the Billboard 200 and No. 1 on the Classical and Dance/Electronic charts.

In 2013, she signed with Lady Gaga’s manager, Troy Carter, and launched her first world tour. Her sophomore album Shatter Me (2014), featuring the title track with Lzzy Hale of Halestorm, debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200—the highest position ever for a female instrumentalist at the time—earned gold certification, and received a Billboard Music Award nomination.

She followed with Brave Enough (2016), including collaborations with Christina Perri and ZZ Ward, which peaked at No. 5 and earned a Grammy nomination for Best Instrumental Composition.

Stirling has headlined over 300 shows worldwide, including sold-out arenas and major festivals like Lollapalooza. Her Christmas albums Warmer in the Winter (2017) and Snow Waltz (2022) became holiday staples, with the former debuting at No. 1 on Billboard’s Holiday chart.

She competed on Dancing with the Stars (Season 25, 2017), finishing second, and starred in her own YouTube Red special, Lindsey Stirling: Brave Enough (2017). In 2020, she released the Artemis graphic novel and accompanying tour, merging music with storytelling.

Her 2024 album Duality explored dualistic themes of light and dark, acoustic and electronic, and debuted at No. 1 on the Classical Crossover chart.

With over 15 million YouTube subscribers and 3.5 billion views, Stirling ranks among the platform’s top-earning musicians. She founded the merchandise brand Lindseystomp and hosts the annual Lindsey Stirling Christmas Program, a livestreamed holiday concert.

Her work extends to video game soundtracks such as The Legend of Zelda and Assassin’s Creed, as well as collaborations with Evanescence, Pentatonix, and John Legend.

As of today, she continues to tour globally, release music independently, and advocate for mental health, openly sharing her experiences with anorexia and depression in her 2016 memoir The Only Pirate at the Party.

Social Media

• Instagram: Lindsey Stirling (@lindseystirling)
• Wikipedia: Lindsey Stirling
• YouTube: Lindsey Stirling
• Facebook: Lindsey Stirling
• TikTok: Lindsey Stirling (@lindseystirling)
• Twitter: Lindsey Stirling (@LindseyStirling) / X

Personal Life

Lindsey Stirling, born on September 21, 1986, is 39 years old.

She stands at 5 feet 3 inches (161 cm) tall.

Stirling has never been married and has no husband or children.

Her dating history includes a brief relationship with filmmaker Devin Graham from 2012 to 2013, during which they collaborated on her breakthrough video “Crystallize.”

She then dated photographer and filmmaker Ryan Weed from mid-2016 to late 2017, a romance that ended amid her participation in Dancing with the Stars, where she publicly shared her heartbreak over the breakup.

More recently, Stirling was in a multi-year relationship with an unnamed partner that ended due to infidelity, inspiring her 2024 song “Survive.”

As of 2025, sources indicate she is in a relationship with Chris Tuck, described as supportive and creative, though she has kept details private while focusing on her career and personal growth.

Net Worth

Lindsey Stirling‘s net worth is estimated at $12 million.

This fortune stems primarily from her YouTube channel, which boasts over 15 million subscribers and 3.5 billion views, generating substantial ad revenue and sponsorships.

Additional income sources include album sales from hits like Shatter Me and Brave Enough, global tours with hundreds of sold-out shows, holiday specials, merchandise via her Lindseystomp brand, and collaborations with artists such as Pentatonix and Evanescence.

Forbes previously valued her at $6 million in 2015, reflecting her growth through independent music production and digital innovation.

Discography

Studio Albums  

• Lindsey Stirling (2012)  
• Shatter Me (2014)  
• Brave Enough (2016)  
• Warmer in the Winter (2017, Christmas)  
• Artemis (2019)  
• Snow Waltz (2022, Christmas)  
• Duality (2024)

Extended Plays (EPs)  

• Lindsey Stomp (2010)  
• Live from London (2015, live)

Graphic Novels / Companion Projects  

• Artemis (2019, graphic novel with music)

Singles (Select Notable)  

• “Crystallize” (2012)  
• “Shatter Me” feat. Lzzy Hale (2014)  
• “Something Wild” feat. Andrew McMahon (2016, Pete’s Dragon soundtrack)  
• “Love’s Just a Feeling” feat. Rooty (2017)  
• “The Upside” feat. Elle King (2019)  
• “What You’re Made Of” (2020, Artemis film)  
• “Lose You Now” feat. Mako (2021)  
• “Eye of the Untold Her” (2024)

Collaborations (Select)  

• “Radioactive” with Pentatonix (2013)  
• “We Are Giants” with Dia Frampton (2014)  
• “Take Flight” with John Legend (2016, Brave Enough bonus)  
• “Love Goes On and On” feat. Amy Lee (2019)  
• “Guardian” with Karolina Protsenko (2021)

Film & TV Soundtracks  

• The Legend of Zelda (2011, fan medley)  
• Assassin’s Creed Syndicate (2015, “The Fall”)  
• Pete’s Dragon (2016, “Something Wild”)  
• America’s Got Talent performances (2010, 2019)  
• Dancing with the Stars (2017, contestant)

Tours & Live Specials  

• Lindsey Stirling Tour (2012–2013)  
• Shatter Me World Tour (2014–2015)  
• Brave Enough Tour (2016–2017)  
• Warmer in the Winter Christmas Tour (2017–present, annual)  
• Artemis Tour (2019–2020)  
• Duality Tour (2024–2025)  
• Lindsey Stirling: Brave Enough (2017, YouTube Red special)  
• The Lindsey Stirling Christmas Program (annual livestream, 2020–present)

Books  

• The Only Pirate at the Party (2016, memoir with Brooke S. Passey)