Brendon Urie

Brendon Urie, born on April 12, 1987, in St. George, Utah, is an American singer, songwriter, and musician best known as the lead vocalist and sole remaining original member of the rock band Panic! at the Disco. Raised in a Mormon household in Las Vegas, Nevada, Urie developed an interest in music during his teenage years, learning to play guitar, piano, drums, and other instruments. He joined Panic! at the Disco while still in high school, initially as a guitarist before transitioning to lead vocals.

Panic! at the Disco’s debut album, A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out, was released in 2005 and achieved platinum status, driven by the hit single “I Write Sins Not Tragedies,” which reached the top ten on the Billboard Hot 100. The band became one of the defining acts of the mid-2000s pop-punk and emo scene. Over the years, as other members departed, Urie became the sole constant member, effectively making Panic! at the Disco a solo project. The band continued to release commercially successful albums, including Pretty. Odd. (2008), Vices & Virtues (2011), Too Weird to Live, Too Rare to Die! (2013), Death of a Bachelor (2016), and Pray for the Wicked (2018).

In 2017, Urie made his Broadway debut in the musical Kinky Boots, taking on the role of Charlie Price. His performance was widely praised, and the show experienced a significant boost in ticket sales during his run. He also appeared in the Broadway production of Kinky Boots multiple times, showcasing his versatility as a performer. His vocal range, spanning from bass to soprano, has been frequently cited as one of the most impressive in modern popular music.

In January 2023, Urie announced the end of Panic! at the Disco, citing the desire to focus on his family life following the news of his first child. Over the course of the band’s career, Urie built a net worth of approximately $12 million through album sales, extensive world tours, merchandise, and his Broadway appearances. His ability to evolve Panic! at the Disco from a band into a successful solo vehicle demonstrated both his artistic talent and business savvy.