Jonathan Moffett Net Worth, Age, Height, Bio, Birthday, Wiki!
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Updated on January 06, 2026
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Jonathan Moffett Biography
Jonathan Moffett is one of the most popular and richest Drummer who was born on November 17, 1954 in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States. Also known under the name Sugarfoot He is a songwriter, drummer and producer well-known for his collaboration in the band Also known as Sugarfoot, he is a drummer, songwriter, and producer who is known for his work with Michael Jackson and the The Jackson 5. He is sponsored through DW and Remo Drum Heads and is known both for his studio and touring career. and the The Jackson 5. He is sponsored by DW as well as Remo Drum Heads and is famous for his recording and tour career.
He has played and toured with many famous musicians and artists, like He has toured and played with several famous artists and musicians including Madonna, Elton John, and George Michael., Elton John, and George Michael.
He toured with Janet Jackson on her janet. World Tour (24.11.1993 – 22.4.1995). The tour took place throughout North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia. Moffett did the first leg of the tour with Jackson.
He is credited for live drumming on The Jacksons Live! (1981) album, which is RIAA-certified Gold. The double-disc album contains recordings of songs performed throughout the Triumph Tour (8.7.1981 – 26.9.1981). He also later recorded on The Jacksons’ albums Victory (1984) and 2300 Jackson Street (1989).
He was was raised within New Orleans and is engaged to musician and collaborator Myra Hissami.
| Name | Jonathan Moffett |
| First Name | Jonathan |
| Last Name | Moffett |
| Occupation | Drummer |
| Birthday | November 17 |
| Birth Year | 1954 |
| Place of Birth | New Orleans |
| Home Town | Louisiana |
| Birth Country | United States |
| Birth Sign | Scorpio |
| Full/Birth Name | |
| Father | Not Available |
| Mother | Not Available |
| Siblings | Not Available |
| Spouse | Not Known |
| Children(s) | Not Available |
Ethnicity, religion & political views
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Following Michael Jackson’s passing, Moffett drummed around the world honoring the pop star with Cirque du Soleil’s Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour (2.10.2011 – 31.8.2014). The tour is listed as one of the top-grossing tours of all time with a gross revenue of $360 million totaling 501 shows at 157 venues in 28 countries worldwide.
Jonathan Moffett Net Worth
Jonathan Moffett is one of the richest Drummer from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Jonathan Moffett's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
He began in the drumming industry at nightclubs and with various regional New Orleans artists. He made his first professional appearance in 1979 when he began playing with The Jackson 5. The first tour he played on took place on that of the Destiny Tour in January of 1979. Then he became a member of He started his career as a drummer playing at nightclubs and for different local New Orleans artists. He started his career professionally in 1979 when he started playing for The Jackson 5. His first major tour was the Destiny Tour in January of 1979. He then joined Madonna on her The Virgin Tour in April of 1985. in the The Virgin Tour in April of 1985.
He has been awarded many RIAA Platinum Awards including in 1981 for his Album The Jacksons Live!, the album from 1989 Like a Prayer, and the album released in 1989 Sleeping with the Past.
His first major tour was the Destiny Tour (22.1.1979 – 13.1.1980) with The Jacksons. After his first show with the group, Michael Jackson was in awe by Moffett’s ability to keep up with his dancing, always accenting his dance moves, which gave his dancing more power and prominence. He also used his “one-handed cymbal catch” frequently, in which Moffett explained to Zildjian:
| Net Worth | $5 Million |
| Salary | Under Review |
| Source of Income | Drummer |
| Cars | Not Available |
| House | Living in own house. |
Jonathan Phillip Moffett (born November 17, 1954), who goes by the stage name Sugarfoot due to his frequent use of advanced techniques on the foot pedals, is an American drummer, songwriter and producer from New Orleans, Louisiana. Since 1979, he has collaborated with the Jackson family, particularly Michael Jackson, over the course of 30 years. Later, he worked with other notable artists and producers such as Madonna, George Michael, Elton John, Stevie Wonder, Quincy Jones and many others.
Moffett’s professional career initially started with The Jacksons. In 1979, through serendipity, he came across The Jackson’s musical director, James McField, who told him they were auditioning for a new drummer. Though the final auditions were that day, he extended it for him, knowing how eager he was to play for the group. According to an article by Robyn Flans in Drummer Magazine in September 1984, Moffett said:
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| Height | Unknown |
| Weight | Not Known |
| Body Measurements | Under Review |
| Eye Color | Not Available |
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He proceeded to perform on the Triumph Tour (8.7.1981 – 26.9.1981) with The Jacksons in 1981, which Rolling Stone later named as one of the best 25 tours of 1967 to 1987. Epic decided to have one of the shows from the tour recorded due to its immense popularity and success. Moffett also drummed around the United States and Canada for the record-breaking and famous Victory Tour (6.7.1984 – 9.12.1984), where he met Madonna backstage who asked him to drum for her upcoming The Virgin Tour (10.10.1985 – 11.6.1985). The Jacksons’ Victory Tour promoted Michael Jackson’s albums Off the Wall (1979) and Thriller (1982) and was promoted by Don King. Moffett performed with Eddie Van Halen, who made a few special appearances on some of the shows playing “Beat It” on guitar. Prince complimented Moffett after many shows with The Jacksons (and did the same seeing him live with other artists). He’d nod his head, smile, and say, “That was bad, you’re bad”.
Jackson asked Moffett to collaborate on a song he wrote for Diana Ross entitled “Muscles”. Moffett played both drums and percussions on the track. The song was named after Jackson’s pet snake and released in 1982. It was an instant hit and reached #10 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Who is Jonathan Moffett Dating?
According to our records, Jonathan Moffett is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of December 1, 2023, Jonathan Moffett’s is not dating anyone.
Relationships Record: We have no records of past relationships for Jonathan Moffett. You may help us to build the dating records for Jonathan Moffett!Moffett’s drumming techniques and style are often mimicked by drummers all over the world to this day, and his work is taught in various music schools. His drum beat on “Don’t Stop the Music” (1981) which he recorded with the Yarbrough and Peoples has been sampled by a multitude of modern artists (over 45 times) including on TLC’s “Let’s Do It Again” (1994), Nuttin Nyce’s “Froggy Style” (1995), P. Diddy’s “Don’t Stop What You’re Doin'” (1997), on the soundtracks Soul Food and Playa, and by artists Eve, Alicia Keys, Keyshia Cole, Fat Pat, Beyonce, Missy Elliott, Tichina Arnold, and many others. Rapper 2Pac sampled the song in 1996 on his unreleased original version of “Don’t Stop”. This song, however, was remixed for his 2006 Pac’s Life album.
Facts & Trivia
Jonathan Ranked on the list of most popular Drummer. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Jonathan Moffett celebrates birthday on November 17 of every year.
Moffett was with Michael and the Jackson brothers during the infamous Pepsi commercial shoot in 1984 during the Victory Tour when Michael suffered from second-degree burns from the blazing pyrotechnics. He noticed the flames on Michael’s hair at one point during the shoot and dropped his drum sticks and ran to help him just as some crew members did the same.
Why is Jonathan Moffett called Sugarfoot?
Moffett was never musically trained and learned to play drums on his own by ear. He was nicknamed “Sugarfoot” for his quick, articulate, and pronounced bass drum work, which requires a lot of precision and stamina for a drummer.
How old is Jonathan Moffett?
67 years (November 17, 1954)
What drumsticks does Jonathan Moffett use?
Promark TX722N American Hickory Jonathan Moffett “Duo” Drumsticks.
Who has Sugarfoot played for?
In this clip, you’ll learn three of Jonathan “Sugarfoot” Moffett’s most memorable grooves. Not only was he Michael Jackson’s longtime drummer, he has also played with Madonna, George Michael, Elton John, Stevie Wonder, and many more.
Who recorded drums in whiplash?
Although a visual double was used, all of Andrew’s drumming was performed by Miles Teller himself to pre-recorded tracks. About 40% of Teller’s drumming was used in the soundtrack.
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