Phil Collins – 1951

He has been a musician, multi-instrumentalist, and actor. Phil Collins, at this point, needs no introduction, as his immense skill in music has made him one of the most iconic and successful musicians of all time. A net worth of a whopping $260 million and 150 million records sold are indicators of his success. In addition, he bagged seven US and three UK number one singles between 1982 and 1989. His massive success saw him getting a star at the Hollywood Walk of Fame and being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Despite his gradual inability to perform in recent years, it is undeniable how much Collins has contributed to the art of music. At age 71, his influence cannot be understated, with many artists, including Mike Portnoy, Taylor Hawkins, and Neil Peart giving credit to Collins as their inspiration.

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