Meet Marianna Proestou: A Glimpse into the World of Eric Burdon's Partner

Marianna Proestou is best recognized for being Eric Burdon's third wife. Burdon is a famous British singer known for leading The Animals rock band in the 1960s. Proestou and Eric have been married for more than 20 years. 

Marianna Proestou's Early Life 

Marianna Proestou was born on August 19 in Athens, Greece, but her exact birth year is not widely known. Raised by her father, Charalambos Proestos, along with her younger sister, Christiana Proestou, details about her mother remains undisclosed. 

Growing up in Athens, Proestou attended the 1st Lyceum of Kifissia, a Greek school in Levidou, Kifissia. She further pursued her education at the Democritus University of Thrace in Komotini, Greece, earning a law degree. 

With a normal height and weight, Marianna belongs to the white ethnicity. In addition to her details, she is connected to her in-laws, with Matt Burdon and Rene Burdon being her father-in-law and mother-in-law, respectively. 

As a lawyer, Proestou brings an academic perspective to her role as the third wife of the well-known singer-songwriter Eric Burdon. 

How Rich is Marianna Proestou?

Marianna Proestou, a Greek lawyer, has amassed an estimated net worth of $1 million throughout her career. Despite keeping her professional life private, she remains actively engaged in her legal profession and has not retired. 

In contrast, Proestou's husband, Eric Burdon is a well-known American singer and former lead vocalist of The Animals and the funk band War. He possesses a net worth of $8 million. 

With a career spanning several decades, Burdon has been associated with various organizations, including Columbia Records, and is recognized as an English person of Irish heritage.

Marianna Proestou's Husband is an English Singer and Songwriter

Eric Burdon played a crucial role in the formation of the Animals in 1962 in Newcastle upon Tyne. Originally known as the Alan Price Rhythm and Blues Combo, the band changed its name to the Animals after Burdon joined in 1958.

Burdon's powerful voice featured in many Animals' hits, such as "The House of the Rising Sun," "We Gotta Get Out of This Place," and "Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood." However, conflicts led to changes in the band's lineup, and in 1966, Burdon and drummer Barry Jenkins reformed the group as Eric Burdon and the Animals.  

Eric's musical journey extended to solo endeavors, starting in 1971 with the Eric Burdon Band. Over the years, he explored different styles, including hard rock, heavy metal, and funk. Notable albums include "Guilty!" (1971), "Sun Secrets" (1974), and "Darkness Darkness" (1980).  

Burdon collaborated with the funk rock band War in 1969, resulting in albums like "Eric Burdon Declares 'War'" (1970) and "The Black-Man's Burdon" (1970). 

Apart from his band projects, Burdon pursued a solo career, releasing albums like "My Secret Life" (2004) and "Soul of a Man" (2006). In 2012, he collaborated with the Greenhornes, and in 2013, he released a new album titled "Til Your River Runs Dry."  

In 1991, Eric and Brian Auger teamed up to form the "Eric Burdon - Brian Auger Band," including members like Dave Meros, Don Kirkpatrick, and Paul Crowder. They released the live album "Access All Areas." 

After disbanding in 1994, Burdon formed "Eric Burdon's i Band" with Larry Wilkins, Dean Restum, Dave Meros, and Mark Craney.  

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In 1995, Eric made a guest appearance with Bon Jovi, and he released the album "Lost Within the Halls of Fame." In 2000, Burdon collaborated with Ringo Starr and Billy Preston on the song "Power to the People" for the movie "Steal This Movie!"

In 2004, Burdon released the studio album "My Secret Life," including the song "Black & White World" co-written with Brazilian rocker Marcelo Nova.  

In 2009, Eric formed a new band and began a European tour. He continued performing, including appearances on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon in 2013 and a guest performance with Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band.  

Details of Eric Burdon and Marianna Proestou's Long-lasting Marriage 

Marianna Proestou and Eric Burdon started their relationship in 1998, with the legendary singer. They began dating early that year, and their courtship continued until 1999, spanning a year. 

The couple eventually tied the knot at the end of 1999, marking the beginning of their enduring union. Proestou and Burdon have been happily married for 22 years, celebrating over two decades of togetherness. 

Despite being in the public eye, Marianna has kept her personal life private from the media. Their quality of life together remains undisclosed, and any details about whether the couple has children are yet to be revealed.

Eric Burdon's Past Marriages

Before marrying Marianna Proestou, Eric Burdon had two previous marriages. His first marriage was to Angie King, an Irish professional singer from Dublin, Ireland. They got married on September 7, 1967, but their marriage lasted only a year. 

After divorcing King, Burdon entered into a second marriage with Rose Marks in 1972. They were married for seven years before parting ways in 1978. Despite the end of their marriage, Eric and Rose had a daughter named Alex. 

It's worth noting that Eric had a romantic relationship with Cassandra Peterson, an American actress known for her role as Elvira, Mistress of the Dark. 

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