Biography - A Short Wiki
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Toni- Ville Henrik Virtanen, professionally known as Da- rude (formerly known as Rude Boy), is a Finnish DJ and record producer. He is most famous for platinum-selling hit solo, “Sandstrom,” which released in late 1999. His debut studio album called ”Before the Storm”, which was released on 18 September 2000, sold about 800,000 copies worldwide.
Career Highlights
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His musical journey started when he was a university student in the Turku Polytechnic in the city of Turku in Salo and making music using tracker software on his laptop. He grew more interested in music production and started using more severe techniques of production.
Family and Personal Life
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At the beginning of his career, Darude used to live in Atlanta, in the United States of America, where he met his wife, Michelle Virtanen. The couple has two kids, an elder son (born in 2009) and a younger daughter (born in 2017). As of 2013, Darude lives with his family Salo, Finland, with his family.
| Wife's/Spouse's Name | Michelle Virtanen |
|---|---|
| Children/Kids | Yes |
| Boyfriend/Girlfriend (Dating) | N/A |
| Civil Status | Married |
Nationality, Net Worth and Other Facts
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| Full/Real Name | Toni- Ville Henrik Virtanen |
|---|---|
| Gender (Biological) | Male |
| Age (as of today) | 47 years |
| Date of Birth | July 17, 1975 |
| Place of Birth | Hinnerjoki, Eura, Finland |
| Nationality | Finnish |
| Height | 1.8 m, 5 feet 11 inches |
| Weight | 79 kg, 174 lbs |
| Net Worth / Wealth | $15 million |
| Occupation | Disco – Jockey |
Height, Weight, and Age
Darude's height is above average measuring 1.8 m. Darude weighs 79 kg. Being born on July 17, 1975, translates to an age of 47 years as of todays date (June 9, 2023).
