Amy Lee

Amy Lynn Lee, born on December 13, 1981, in Riverside, California, is best known as the co-founder, lead vocalist, and pianist of the Grammy Award-winning rock band Evanescence. She grew up in a musical family and began playing piano at age nine. After her family moved to Little Rock, Arkansas, she met guitarist Ben Moody at a youth camp in 1994, and together they formed what would eventually become Evanescence, one of the most successful rock bands of the 2000s.

Evanescence’s debut album “Fallen” (2003) was a massive commercial success, selling over 17 million copies worldwide. The album’s lead single “Bring Me to Life” reached number five on the Billboard Hot 100 and won the Grammy Award for Best Hard Rock Performance. The follow-up single “My Immortal” became another worldwide hit. Lee’s powerful mezzo-soprano voice, combined with the band’s unique blend of gothic rock, symphonic metal, and alternative rock, created a distinctive sound that resonated with millions of listeners globally.

The band’s subsequent albums, including “The Open Door” (2006), the self-titled “Evanescence” (2011), “Synthesis” (2017), and “The Bitter Truth” (2021), continued to achieve commercial and critical success. Lee has also pursued solo work, composing the score for the film “War Story” (2014) and releasing a children’s album “Dream Too Much” (2016). She has been recognized for her songwriting talent, having written or co-written virtually all of Evanescence’s material.

As of 2026, Amy Lee’s net worth is estimated at approximately $12 million. Her wealth comes from Evanescence’s album sales, global touring revenue, songwriting royalties, and her various solo projects. The band’s catalog continues to generate significant streaming income, with “Bring Me to Life” alone accumulating billions of streams across platforms. Lee married therapist Josh Hartzler in 2007, and the couple has one son.