Benjamin David Gillies, famously known as Ben Gillies, is an Australian musician best known as the drummer of the popular Australian rock band Silverchair.

Gillies co-founded Silverchair in 1992 with his schoolmates Daniel Johns and Chris Joannou, who were then 12 years old.

Profile

• Full Name: Benjamin David Gillies
• Stage Name: Ben Gillies
• Born: 24 October 1979
• Age: 44 years old
• Birthplace: Merewether, Australia
• Nationality: Australian
• Occupation: Musician
• Height: 1.73m
• Parent: Annette Gillies and David Gillies
• Siblings: Kristy Gillies
• Spouse: Jackie Gillies
• Children: Bonham and Rocco
• Relationship: Married 
• Net Worth: $30 million

Early Life And Education

Ben Gillies was born on 24 October 1979 in Merewether, Australia. His parents, Annette Gillies and David Gillies, raised him in a loving and nurturing environment. He also had the privilege of sharing his childhood with his sister, Kristy Gillies.

Academically inclined, Ben Gillies set his sights on achieving excellence and sought to further his education at the prestigious Harvard Kennedy School. His ethnicity is Australian, and his religious affiliation is Christianity.

Career

 Ben Gillies started as a quad drummer in a band called The Marching Koalas. At 12, he formed a grunge group called Innocent Criminals with friends Daniel Johns, Chris Joannou, and Tobin Finnane. This group later changed its name to Silverchair and successfully released five #1 albums in Australia.

While Silverchair was on hiatus in the early 2000s, Gillies formed another band called Tambalane. The band released a self-titled album with the singles “Little Miss Liar” and “Free” before dissolving in 2005. Gillies then returned to work with Silverchair.

2011, Silverchair announced an “indefinite hibernation,” and Gillies began working on his solo album. He released the songs “Breathe In, Breathe Out,” and “One Foot in Front of The Other” in 2020 and followed that up with the song “Yesteryear” in 2021, which appeared on his five-song EP The Relative Relatives.

Throughout his career, Gillies has demonstrated his versatility as a musician. He transitioned from the grunge sound of Silverchair to his solo work and explored different musical styles and projects. His long-standing collaboration with Silverchair and recent solo endeavors showcase his talents and contributions to the Australian music scene.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @bengillies888
• Facebook handle: Ben Gillies
• Twitter handle: @BenGillies888

Personal Life

Ben Gillies, a respected figure in the music industry, is married to Jackie Gillies, a renowned professional psychic who has garnered widespread recognition for her appearances on a popular television show.

The couple’s union has been further blessed with the arrival of twin boys, Bonham and Rocco, who have undoubtedly brought immense joy and fulfillment to their lives.

As a devoted husband and father, Ben Gillies continues to balance his professional pursuits with the cherished family life he shares with his wife and children. 

Net Worth

Ben Gillies, an Australian musician, has amassed a remarkable net worth of $30 million, a testament to his exceptional talent and success throughout his illustrious career as the drummer and co-founder of the acclaimed Australian rock band Silverchair.