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Doug Fieger Biography
Doug Fieger is one of the most popular and richest Rock Singer who was born on August 20, 1952 in Oak Park, Michigan, United States. Leader of the new wave band The Knack, which had a #1 hit with “My Sharona” in 1979, which was so popular that it was even featured in the film Reality Bites.
He positioned The Knack as the 1980s version of Paul McCartney and The Beatles, even re-creating their famous group photo on the back of one of their albums.
Douglas Lars Fieger (August 20, 1952 – February 14, 2010) was an American singer–songwriter–musician. He was the rhythm guitarist and lead vocalist of the rock band The Knack. He co-wrote “My Sharona”, the biggest hit song of 1979 in the U.S., with lead guitarist Berton Averre.
Fieger was born and raised in the 9 Mile/Greenfield area of Oak Park, Michigan, a northern suburb of Detroit. He attended Oak Park High School. Before forming The Knack, Fieger played bass and sang lead in the group Sky, which was founded by producer Jimmy Miller (Rolling Stones, Traffic, Blind Faith) who was the “Mr. Jimmy” in the Stones “You Can’t Always Get What You Want”. Fieger was in high school when Sky recorded two albums for RCA Records in 1970 and 1971, produced by Miller as well as Andy Johns (Led Zeppelin). Fieger played bass guitar in the German progressive rock band Triumvirat in 1974.
His older brother Geoffrey Fieger was the defense attorney for Dr. Jack Kevorkian.
| Name | Doug Fieger |
| First Name | Doug |
| Last Name | Fieger |
| Occupation | Rock Singer |
| Birthday | August 20 |
| Birth Year | 1952 |
| Place of Birth | Oak Park |
| Home Town | Michigan |
| Birth Country | United States |
| Birth Sign | Leo |
| Full/Birth Name | |
| Father | Not Available |
| Mother | Not Available |
| Siblings | Geoffrey Fieger, Beth Fieger |
| Spouse | Not Known |
| Children(s) | Not Available |
Ethnicity, religion & political views
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“My Sharona” spent six straight weeks at No. 1 on Billboard’s Hot 100 in 1979. It was the biggest hit of the year. Fifteen years later the track gained renewed interest when it was featured in the film Reality Bites. It was also featured regularly in a Saturday Night Live skit parodying Janet Reno. The follow-up hit to “My Sharona”, “Good Girls Don’t”, stopped a notch short of the Top 10, peaking at No. 11. Their album Get The Knack spent five straight weeks at No. 1. Three million copies were sold in the United States and 6 million sold worldwide.
Doug Fieger Net Worth
Doug Fieger is one of the richest Rock Singer from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Doug Fieger's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
After high school he went to England to play with his band Sky, which broke up several years later.
His hit song “My Sharona” was inspired by a real life crush named Sharona, who became a successful Los Angeles real estate agent.
Fieger was born in 1952 in Oak Park, Michigan, the son of June Beth (née Oberer) and Bernard Julian Fieger. His father is Jewish, and his mother is Norwegian. Doug is the younger brother of Detroit attorney Geoffrey Fieger (most famous for representing Jack Kevorkian), who confirmed Doug’s death to The Detroit News.
| Net Worth | $5 Million |
| Salary | Under Review |
| Source of Income | Rock Singer |
| Cars | Not Available |
| House | Living in own house. |
Additionally, Fieger provided lead vocals on two tracks on Was (Not Was)’s 1983 album Born to Laugh at Tornadoes. Shortly before his death, he provided lead vocals for the track “Dirty Girl”, from Bruce Kulick’s 2010 album BK3; “Dirty Girl” was named 29th-best song of 2010 by Classic Rock magazine.
Fieger released two solo albums. First Things First was released in 1999. Hankerings, a Hank Williams tribute, was released posthumously in 2010.
Height, Weight & Body Measurements
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| Height | Unknown |
| Weight | Not Known |
| Body Measurements | Under Review |
| Eye Color | Not Available |
| Hair Color | Not Available |
| Feet/Shoe Size | Not Available |
In addition to performing, Fieger produced the Rubber City Rebels’ debut album for Capitol Records and an album for the Los Angeles–based band Mystery Pop. Feiger collaborated with the Rebels drummer Brandon Matheson as bandmates in The Sunset Bombers. They released one album on Ariola Records prior to Fieger’s formation of The Knack. The Knack played its first gig at Hollywood’s Whisky A Go-Go nightclub on June 1, 1978. In addition, they played other Los Angeles–area nightclubs, including The Troubadour in West Hollywood. In 1979 they were signed by Capitol Records.
After battling cancer for years, Fieger died at his home in the Los Angeles neighborhood of Woodland Hills on February 14, 2010. He was 57 years old. In addition to his older brother, Geoffrey Fieger, survivors included his younger sister, Beth Falkenstein.
Who is Doug Fieger Dating?
According to our records, Doug Fieger is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of December 1, 2023, Doug Fieger’s is not dating anyone.
Relationships Record: We have no records of past relationships for Doug Fieger. You may help us to build the dating records for Doug Fieger!Fieger underwent brain surgery in August 2006 to remove two tumors. He later was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2007, which required extensive chemotherapy and removal of half of his lung. His former wife, Mia, contributed to Fieger’s care during his illness.
Top Facts about Doug Fieger
Facts & Trivia
Doug Ranked on the list of most popular Rock Singer. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Doug Fieger celebrates birthday on August 20 of every year.
Is Doug Fieger still alive?
February 14, 2010
What happened to the band the Knack?
Diagnosed with two brain tumors, Fieger underwent surgery and radiosurgery and returned to performing. However, he still continued to battle brain and lung cancer until his death on February 14, 2010, in Woodland Hills, California, at the age of 57, effectively bringing the band to an end.
Who is the lead guitarist for The Knack?
Guitarists
Who is Jeffrey Fieger brother?
Doug Fieger
How old is Jeff Fieger?
71 years (December 23, 1950)
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