Orville Peck, born Daniel Pitout on January 6, 1988, in Johannesburg, South Africa, is a celebrated country musician known for blending traditional country with a unique queer style. He is famous for wearing a mask to maintain his anonymity.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Daniel Pitout (stage name: Orville Peck) |
| Date of Birth | January 6, 1988 |
| Place of Birth | Johannesburg, South Africa |
| Nationality | South African/Canadian |
| Occupations | Musician, Singer-Songwriter, Actor |
| Labels | Sub Pop, Columbia Records |
| Net Worth | Estimated between $1 million and $5 million |
Early Life and Education
Peck grew up in a musical family and began playing instruments early. He moved to Canada at 15 and attended the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) for acting. He also trained in ballet and performed in musical theater.
Career
Orville Peck’s music career began in the early 2010s in Vancouver’s punk scene before transitioning to country.
His debut album Pony was self-produced and released in 2019 through Sub Pop. The album received critical acclaim and was nominated for a Juno Award for Alternative Album of the Year in 2020.
In 2020, he released the EP Show Pony, which included singles like “Summertime” and “No Glory in the West.”
In 2022, Peck released his second studio album, Bronco. Following a brief hiatus, he released his third album, Stampede, in 2024.
Stampede features collaborations with notable artists such as Willie Nelson, Elton John, Mickey Guyton, and Kylie Minogue.
Peck has performed at major festivals like Coachella and Stagecoach, and he hosts an annual country music event called Orville Peck’s Rodeo.
Personal Life
Peck is openly gay and advocates for LGBTQ+ rights. He splits his time between the U.S. and Canada, keeping his personal life private behind his signature mask.
Orville Peck Net Worth
His net worth is estimated between $1 million and $5 million, primarily from his music and performances.
Discography
Albums
- Pony (2019)
- Bronco (2022)
- Stampede (2024)
Extended Plays
- Show Pony (2020)
- Bronco: Chapter 1 (2022)
- Bronco: Chapters 1 & 2 (2022)
- Stampede: Vol. 1 (2024)
Singles
- “Big Sky” (2018)
- “Dead of Night” (2019)
- “Turn to Hate” (2019)
- “Summertime” (2020)
- “No Glory in the West” (2020)
- “Smalltown Boy” (Spotify Singles, 2020)
- “Unchained Melody”/”You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin'” (as The Unrighteous Brothers with Paul Cauthen, 2020)
- “Born This Way” (The Country Road Version, 2021)
- “Miss Chatelaine” (Iron Hoof Remix with k. d. lang, 2021)
- “Mona Lisas and Mad Hatters” (2022)
- “This Masquerade” (2023)
- “Cowboys Are Frequently, Secretly Fond of Each Other” (with Willie Nelson, 2024)
- “Midnight Ride” (with Kylie Minogue and Diplo, 2024)
- “Death Valley High” (with Beck, 2024)
- “Permanently Lonely” (2024)
- “Happy Trails” (2024)
Featured Singles
- “Jackson” (Trixie Mattel featuring Orville Peck, 2021)
- “How Far Will We Take It?” (with Noah Cyrus, 2024)
Filmography
Peck has appeared in various TV shows and events, including The Boulet Brothers’ Dragula and RuPaul’s Drag Race. He is set to make appearances in upcoming projects.
Awards and Nominations
Peck has been nominated for several awards, including Juno and Polaris Music Prizes. He won the GLAAD Vito Russo Award in 2024.
