Linkin Park
Years Active: 1996–present (hiatus after 2017)
Members’ Current Ages (2025): Mike Shinoda: , Brad Delson: , Rob Bourdon: , Dave Farrell: , Joe Hahn:
In Memory: Chester Bennington (1976–2017)
👤 Members & Bio
Mike Shinoda: Born February 11, 1977 – Vocals, Rap, Guitar, Keyboards
Brad Delson: Born December 1, 1977 – Guitar
Rob Bourdon: Born January 20, 1979 – Drums
Dave “Phoenix” Farrell: Born February 8, 1977 – Bass
Joe Hahn: Born March 15, 1977 – DJ, Samples
Chester Bennington: Born March 20, 1976 – Lead Vocals (d. 2017)
Origin: Agoura Hills, California, USA
Genres: Alternative Rock, Nu Metal, Rap Rock, Electronic Rock
Net Worth: $300M+ combined (2025 estimate)
Businesses: Music publishing, Mike Shinoda’s solo art & production, side projects (Dead by Sunrise, Fort Minor)
Total Social Followers: 80M+ across platforms
Notable Works: “In the End”, “Numb”, “Crawling”, “Breaking the Habit”, “Somewhere I Belong”
Current Status: Occasional tribute performances, solo projects by members
🎓 Early Days & Formation
- Formed in 1996 under the name “Xero” before becoming Linkin Park in 1999.
- Debut album Hybrid Theory (2000) became one of the best-selling albums of the decade.
- Known for fusing rock, rap, and electronic elements.
🏆 Career Highlights & Timeline
- 2000: Released Hybrid Theory, Grammy-winning debut.
- 2003: Meteora debuted at #1 with hits like “Numb” and “Breaking the Habit”.
- 2007: Shifted sound with Minutes to Midnight.
- 2010: Released A Thousand Suns, experimental concept album.
- 2017: Chester Bennington tragically passed away.
- 2020–2025: Members focus on solo careers, with tributes to Chester.
🏅 Awards & Recognitions
- 2 Grammy Awards, including Best Hard Rock Performance.
- Billboard Music Awards – Top Rock Artist.
- MTV Video Music Awards – Best Rock Video (multiple wins).
- American Music Awards – Favorite Alternative Artist.
- Recognized among best-selling bands of the 21st century.
🧠 Did You Know?
- Hybrid Theory has sold over 27 million copies worldwide.
- “In the End” remains one of their most-streamed tracks ever.
- They pioneered nu-metal in the early 2000s.
- Mike Shinoda founded Fort Minor, a successful side project.
- Joe Hahn directed many of the band’s music videos.
- Chester Bennington also fronted Dead by Sunrise and briefly performed with Stone Temple Pilots.
- Linkin Park created Project Revolution, a touring festival.
- They contributed to Transformers movie soundtracks.
- Fans worldwide commemorate Chester annually on July 20th.
- They blended electronic and orchestral influences into their later albums.
- Their fan club is called “Linkin Park Underground”.
- Rob Bourdon is the youngest member of the band.
- They have over 17 billion views combined on YouTube.
- “Numb/Encore” with Jay-Z won a Grammy in 2006.
- They are ranked among the top rock bands of all time.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Linkin Park form?
They formed in 1996 as “Xero”, renamed to Linkin Park in 1999.
Who are the members?
Mike Shinoda, Brad Delson, Rob Bourdon, Dave Farrell, Joe Hahn; late Chester Bennington.
How old are the members in 2025?
Mike: , Brad: , Rob: , Dave: , Joe: .
What is their net worth?
Estimated at $300M+ combined (2025).
What are their biggest hits?
“In the End”, “Numb”, “Crawling”, “Breaking the Habit”.
Did they win a Grammy?
Yes, they won 2 Grammy Awards.
Where are they from?
Agoura Hills, California, USA.