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Travis Barker

Travis Barker is an American drummer, songwriter and music producer best known as the drummer for Blink-182.

Updated August 1, 20261 min readCited sources

Travis Barker is an American drummer best known for Blink-182. He survived a 2008 plane crash and married Kourtney Kardashian in 2022.

What it is

Travis Landon Barker was born on November 14, 1975, in Fontana, California. He rose to fame as the drummer for Blink-182 and has also played with Transplants, +44, Box Car Racer, Antemasque, and Goldfinger.

Why it matters

Barker's survival of a 2008 plane crash that killed four others and left him seriously burned made him a figure of resilience. His drumming has influenced punk and pop-rock worldwide, including in Canada, where Blink-182 has a strong fanbase.

Key details

Barker is known for his heavily tattooed appearance. He has been married multiple times and wed Kourtney Kardashian in 2022. His collaborations extend across genres, and he remains a prominent figure in modern rock.

In short

  • Drummer for Blink-182 since the late 1990s.
  • Survived a deadly 2008 plane crash with severe burns.
  • Married Kourtney Kardashian in 2022.
  • Heavily tattooed public image.
Canadian angle

Travis Barker is relevant to Canadian readers through Blink-182's international popularity and his collaborations across North American rock and pop music.

Quick questions

How old is Travis Barker?
He was born on November 14, 1975, which makes him 50 years old in 2026.
Who is Travis Barker married to?
He is married to Kourtney Kardashian.
What band is Travis Barker in?
He is best known as the drummer for Blink-182.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Travis_Barker
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, Blink-182 membership, and other band affiliations.
  2. Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/biography/Travis-Barker
    Supports: Biography, age, Blink-182 role, tattoos, and marriage to Kourtney Kardashian.
  3. Simple English Wikipedia — https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Travis_Barker
    Supports: Plane crash details and survival.
  4. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0055003/faq/
    Supports: Marriage to Kourtney Kardashian and earlier marriages.
  5. Famous Birthdays — https://www.famousbirthdays.com/people/travis-barker.html
    Supports: Age, public recognition, tattoos, and early personal details.