
Net Worth Over Time
Net Worth Timeline
1981$0.01MF
Slayer Formation
Kerry King co-founds Slayer, beginning his career in thrash metal.
1986$0.5M+4900%B
Reign in Blood Landmark
Slayer releases 'Reign in Blood,' solidifying their place in thrash metal.
1990$1M+100%B
Seasons in the Abyss
Album is critically acclaimed and commercially successful.
2006$3M+200%B
Christ Illusion Album
Slayer wins a Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance.
2015$5M+67%B
Repentless Release
Slayer releases 'Repentless,' their final studio album.
2019$7M+40%B
Slayer's Final Tour
Slayer retires from touring, ending a significant chapter of King's career.
2024$8M+14%B
From Hell I Rise Debut
Kerry King releases debut solo album, 'From Hell I Rise'.
2026$8MB
Solo Career Continued
King continues solo career, solidifying his heavy metal legacy.
Last updated: February 25, 2026