Tiesto Biography: Wife, Height, Net Worth, Parents, Age, Instagram, Wikipedia, Songs

Tijs Michiel Verwest OON, better known by his stage name Tiësto, is a Dutch DJ and music producer who has gained worldwide recognition for his talent and hit tracks.

He has been recognized as “The Greatest DJ of All Time” by Mix magazine in a 2010/2011 poll amongst fans, and in 2013, he was voted by DJ Mag readers as the “best DJ of the last 20 years”.

Tiësto’s contribution to the electronic dance music scene has been immense and he continues to inspire and influence countless artists and fans around the world.

Profile

• Full Name: Tijs Michiel Verwest
• Stage Name: Tiësto
• Born: 17 January 1969
• Age: 55 years old
• Birthplace: Breda, Netherlands.
• Nationality: Dutch
• Occupation: Dutch DJ and music producer
• Height: 1.88 m
• Parent: Mr and Mrs Verwest
• Siblings: unknown
• Spouse: Annika Backes (m. 2019)
• Children: 2.
• Relationship: married
• Net Worth: $300 million

Early Life And Education

Tiësto, a world-renowned DJ and producer, was born on 17 January 1969 in Breda, Netherlands.

He was raised by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Verwest, along with his older brother and sister (whose names are unknown to the media).

Unfortunately, his parents got divorced when he was just four years old, and he was raised single-handedly by his mother.

Tiësto is of Dutch descent and follows the Christian faith. The name of his school is unknown, but during his school days, he was an avid soccer player, playing for teams such as ‘Saint Anna Boys Club’ and ‘Vesting Boys’. After completing his schooling, he took up various odd jobs to manage his finances.

Career

Tiësto is a well-known and successful DJ in the music industry. His breakthrough came in 1994 when he was discovered by the general manager of ‘Basic Beat Recordings’ while playing in a clubhouse.

After signing a contract with the label, he released several tracks with DJ Arny Bink under ‘Trashcan Records’.

In the late 1990s, he formed his label, ‘Black Hole Recordings’ with Arny and released four albums under ‘Guardian Angel Records. Tiësto also collaborated with his friend Yves Vandichel to release more tracks.

Despite the benefits of working with a label, Tiësto and Arny eventually decided to start their label, which proved to be a successful move for their career.

Tiësto has had a long and successful career in the music industry, with multiple collaborations and hit albums under his belt.

He first released his album ‘Magik Series’ under his label, which gained popularity as a collection of trance music.

He then went on to launch two sub-labels, ‘Song Bird’ and ‘In Trance We Trust’, showcasing his versatility as a DJ and producer.

His collaboration with Ferry Corsten on ‘Gouryella’ broke records and sold over a million copies in its first week. He continued his success with ‘Kamaya Painters’ and ‘In Search of Sunrise’, which featured on the top ten list of the UK Singles Chart and solidified his position as a top DJ in the industry.

Tiësto’s impressive skills as a performer were also recognized at ‘Gatecrasher’, where he set a record by playing for 12 hours straight in Amsterdam.

Tiësto has had a successful and influential career in the music industry. In 2000, he released his album ‘Summerbreeze’ in the US, which included a remix of the hit song ‘Silence’ by Delerium. This track topped the Billboard US chart and brought him fame in the States.

He continued to release music and launched his label, ‘Magik Muzik’ in 2001. He released his debut solo album, ‘In My Memory’ under this label. In 2002, he performed at the popular music festival, ‘The Area Festival’ and embarked on an 18-day tour across the US with other renowned artists.

He also joined the PlayStation2’s Dual Play tour in 2003, a highly anticipated annual event organized by Sony Interactive Entertainment America and House of Blues.

Tiësto, a renowned Dutch DJ, has made significant contributions to the world of electronic dance music. In 2004, he became the first ever DJ to play at the Olympics after being approached by the Olympic Committee to compose exclusive tracks for the event.

He has also released several successful albums, including ‘Parade of the Athletes’, which featured a track he played at the 2004 Olympics. Tiësto is not only known for his music but also for his involvement in charitable causes.

He was named the official ambassador for ‘Dance4Life’ foundation and has collaborated with other artists to raise funds for HIV and AIDS awareness.

His talent, innovation, and generosity have solidified his place as one of the most influential figures in the electronic dance music scene.

Despite his successful music career, Tiësto also delved into various other business ventures. He opened his club restaurant called ‘Cineac’ in collaboration with a team of Chinese Michelin chefs.

The establishment offered a unique combination of music, live entertainment, and delicious food. It was later renamed as ‘Mansion’.

In addition, Tiësto was honoured by the premier sports shoe brand ‘Reebok’ with an exclusive edition of shoes inspired by him. He also released his fourth studio album, ‘Kaleidoscope’, which showcased a new and unique style of music.

He even ventured into the world of fashion by collaborating with luxury brand ‘Armani’ to launch his fashion line.

Despite his various business endeavours, Tiësto continues to be recognized as one of the top DJs in the world, consistently ranking high on the list of DJ Magazine’s annual “Top 100 DJs” list.

Awards and Nominations

• Won: Best Remixed Recording, Non-Classical (2015) for “All of Me (Tiesto’s Birthday Treatment Remix)”
• Nominated: Best Dance/Electronic Album (2008) for “Elements of Life”
• iHeartRadio Music Awards
• Nominated: Dance Song of the Year (2024) for “10:35” with Tate McRae
• Nominated: Dance Artist of the Year (2023, 2024)
• Nominated: Best Music Video (2023) for “Don’t Be Shy” with Karol G
• DJ Awards
• Won: Best International DJ (2002)
• Won: Best Trance DJ (2004, 2005, 2006)
• Won: Best Progressive House (2007)
• Won: Best Electro House (2008)
• Won: Best Big Room House (2013)
• Other Notable Awards
• World Music Award: World’s Best DJ (2008)
• MTV Europe Music Award: Best Dutch & Belgian Act (2007)
• Billboard Music Award: Top Dance/Electronic Artist (2014)
• American Music Award: Favorite Dance/Electronic Artist (2014)

Social Media

• Instagram handle:@tiesto
• Facebook handle: Tiësto
• Twitter handle: @tiesto

Personal Life

Tiësto has been married to his current wife, Annika Backes, since 2019. They have two children together.

However, in 2008, Tiësto had a brief encounter with model Kelly Carrington. He also had a relationship with model Monique Spronk, but they eventually broke up after a few months.

Tiësto was then in a relationship with model Stacey Blokzijl, and they even got engaged in 2008. However, they called off the wedding just a month later due to Tiësto’s apparent lack of interest in starting a new life with Stacey.

Net Worth

Tijs Michiel Verwest OON, better known by his stage name Tiësto, is a Dutch DJ and music producer who has gained worldwide recognition for his talent and hit tracks.

With an estimated net worth of $300 million, he is one of the highest-earning DJs in the world.

His success has allowed him to become a philanthropist, using his platform to support various charitable causes. Tiësto’s contributions to the electronic music scene have solidified his place as a legend in the industry.