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Pete Wentz is an American musician famous for being the bassist and lyricist of Fall Out Boy since 2001. He was previously vocalist/writer of Arma Angelus.
Pete Wentz is an American musician best known for being the bassist, lyricist, and backing vocalist of the rock band Fall Out Boy. Captivating crowds with their infectious alt-rock hit singles such as "Dance, Dance" and "Sugar, We're Goin' Down," Fall Out Boy has gone on to achieve massive success across the globe, with Wentz's passionate basslines and engaging stage presence being essential elements of their success.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1979</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Pete Wentz is Born</div><div class='timeline-text'>On June 5, 1979, Pete Wentz was born in Wilmette, Illinois, United States.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2001</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Fall Out Boy Formation</div><div class='timeline-text'>Pete Wentz co-founded the rock band Fall Out Boy with Joe Trohman and Patrick Stump.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2003</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Fall Out Boy's First Studio Album</div><div class='timeline-text'>Fall Out Boy released their debut studio album, "Take This to Your Grave."</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2005</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Commercial Breakthrough</div><div class='timeline-text'>Fall Out Boy achieved mainstream success with their second album, "From Under the Cork Tree."</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2007</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>"Infinity on High" Release</div><div class='timeline-text'>Fall Out Boy's third album, "Infinity on High," debuted at number one on the Billboard 200.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2009</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Fall Out Boy Hiatus</div><div class='timeline-text'>Fall Out Boy announced an indefinite hiatus, during which Wentz started the experimental band Black Cards.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2013</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Fall Out Boy Reunion</div><div class='timeline-text'>Fall Out Boy announced their reunion and released their comeback album, "Save Rock and Roll."</div></div></div>
Pete Wentz, the bassist of the iconic American rock band Fall Out Boy, is 44 years old today, having been born on June 5, 1979. He is well-known for co-writing the band's most popular songs, and is also recognized as a fashion designer, author, vocalist, and philanthropist.
