Age, Biography and Wiki

Thom Bell is a Jamaican-born American songwriter, record producer, and arranger. He is best known for his work with the Philadelphia soul music scene of the 1970s. He has written and produced hits for artists such as The Delfonics, The Stylistics, The Spinners, and The O'Jays. He has also worked with artists such as Lou Rawls, Aretha Franklin, and Diana Ross. Bell was born in Kingston, Jamaica, and moved to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in the early 1960s. He began his career as a session musician and arranger for Cameo-Parkway Records. He then went on to become a staff producer and arranger for the Philadelphia International Records label. Bell has been credited with creating the "Philly Soul" sound, which is characterized by lush string arrangements, soulful vocals, and a heavy emphasis on the rhythm section. He has been inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. As of 2021, Thom Bell's net worth is estimated to be roughly $10 million.

Popular As Thomas Randolph Bell
Occupation soundtrack,composer,music_department
Age 80 years old
Zodiac Sign Aquarius
Born 27 January, 1943
Birthday 27 January
Birthplace Kingston, Jamaica, British West Indies [now Jamaica]
Nationality Jamaica

We recommend you to check the complete list of Famous People born on 27 January. He is a member of famous Soundtrack with the age 80 years old group.

Thom Bell Height, Weight & Measurements

At 80 years old, Thom Bell height not available right now. We will update Thom Bell's Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible.

Physical Status
Height Not Available
Weight Not Available
Body Measurements Not Available
Eye Color Not Available
Hair Color Not Available

Who Is Thom Bell's Wife?

His wife is Vanessa Bell (1986 - present) ( 4 children), Sylvia Bell (1965 - 1981) ( divorced) ( 4 children)

Family
Parents Not Available
Wife Vanessa Bell (1986 - present) ( 4 children), Sylvia Bell (1965 - 1981) ( divorced) ( 4 children)
Sibling Not Available
Children Not Available

Thom Bell Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Thom Bell worth at the age of 80 years old? Thom Bell’s income source is mostly from being a successful Soundtrack. He is from Jamaica. We have estimated Thom Bell's net worth , money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2023 $1 Million - $5 Million
Salary in 2023 Under Review
Net Worth in 2022 Pending
Salary in 2022 Under Review
House Not Available
Cars Not Available
Source of Income Soundtrack

Thom Bell Social Network

Instagram
Linkedin
Twitter
Facebook
Wikipedia
Imdb

Timeline

2006

Inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2006.

2001

As of September 2001 he retired, occasionally working on musical projects that interested him.

1968

In early 1968 they had their first smash with "La-La Means I Love You", and for the next two years wrote, produced and arranged such hits for the group as "I'm Sorry", "Break Your Promise", "Ready Or Not, Here I Come" and "Didn't I (Blow Your Mind This Time").

1966

Composer / arranger / record producer Thom Bell is known as one of the chief architects of "The Sound Of Philadelphia". In the mid-'60s he was the house pianist at The Uptown Theatre in Philadelphia and later became musical director for Chubby Checker. In 1966 he partnered up with entrepreneur Stan Watson to produce a local group called The Delfonics.

1959

He and childhood friend Kenny Gamble recorded an unsuccessful record in 1959.