Robert Trujillo is a musician, actor, and film producer who plays the bass. He has performed with Suicidal Tendencies, Infectious Grooves, Glenn Tipton, and Metallica. His current gig is with the latter, where he has played bass since 2003. He made his acting debut in Encino Man in 1992. Metallica: Some Monster and Metallica: Through the Never, released in 2004 and 2013, respectively.
Quick Facts
| Celebrated Name: | Robert Trujillo |
|---|---|
| Real Name/Full Name: | Robert Trujillo |
| Gender: | Male |
| Age: | 59 years old |
| Birth Date: | October 23 1964 |
| Birth Place: | Santa Monica, California, United States |
| Nationality: | American |
| Height: | 1.75 m |
| Weight: | 80 kg |
| Sexual Orientation: | Straight |
| Marital Status: | Married |
| Wife/Spouse (Name): | Chloé Trujillo |
| Children: | Yes (Ty Trujillo, Lula Trujillo) |
| Dating/Girlfriend (Name): | N/A |
| Profession: | Musician and songwriter |
| Net Worth in 2024: | $35 million |
Robert Trujillo Biography
Roberto Agustin Trujillo was born on October 23, 1964. He was born in Santa Monica, California, and grew up in Culver City, California. Having a mother who was a music fan exposed him to it at a young age. At the age of nineteen, he enrolled in jazz school. Trujillo aspired to be a studio musician, but his love of metal and rock remained.
Robert Trujillo’s Height, Weight, And Age
Robert Trujillo, born on October 23, 1964, is 59 years old in 2024. His height is 1.75 meters, and his weight is 80 kilograms.
Career
Trujillo rose to prominence as the bassist for the band Suicidal Tendencies. This is a California-based crossover band. He was a member of it until the mid-1990s.
He was a member of the Infectious Grooves band while still a member of Suicidal Tendencies. Mike Muir is a vocalist who worked with him in that band. Trujillo was a member of Ozzy Osbourne’s band in the late 1990s. During his time there, he was accused of re-recording bass tracks owned by Bob Daisley. He also founded Mass Mental, which included Benji Webbe. Zakk Wylde then recruited him to join the Black Label Society. Trujillo has been a member of Metallica since February 24, 2003. Kirk Hammett, Lars Ulrich, and James Hetfield are his coworkers. He has been the band’s bassist since 2013.
In 2012, he began work on a documentary about jazz bassist Jaco Pastorius. Jaco was the title. Paul Marchand and Stephen Kijak directed it. In November of 2014, the film was released. That same year, it was named the Official Film of Record Day.
Trujillo has appeared on television and in films. He is usually cast in minor roles. He played a non-speaking character in House Call. Scout’s Honor, CHIPs, and Encino Man are a few others. Trujillo prefers to play fingerstyle, but he occasionally uses a pick. He also makes use of slap bass. His usual instrument is the guitar. Trujillo is also a film producer and songwriter.
Achievements and Awards
In 2007, Robert Trujillo was nominated for the 50th annual GRAMMY Awards. Best Rock Instrumental Performance was the category.
Robert Trujillo’s Net Worth in 2024
Robert Trujillo’s net worth is estimated to be $35 million as of February 2024. He makes the majority of his money by playing in various bands. He is compensated for his multiple roles in films and television shows. He also works as a songwriter and a film producer, two of his other sources of income. When Trujillo joined Metallica, he was given a $1 million advance.
Robert Trujillo Wife, Marriage
Trujillo has a wife named Chloe. The couple has two kids. They are Lulah, the daughter, and Tye, the son.
