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Lindsey Stirling is an American dancer, songwriter, violinist, TikTok star, and YouTube star.

She rose to global fame as she posts choreographed violin performances on YouTube, both in live and music video forms.

Career

Lindsey Stirling began to learn how to play violin when she was five years old.

When she was in high school, Lindsey joined a rock band named Stomp on Melvin and created her solo violin rock song. She later got the title of Arizona’s Junior Miss and America’s Junior Miss.

As she has been also interested in dancing, the violinist attended dancing class and incorporated dancing in her violin performances.

In 2010, Lindsey joined America’s Got Talent and became the quarter-finalist. She continued promoting herself on the internet by creating a YouTube channel named lindseystomp.

A videographer Devin Graham asked for collaboration and filmed her song Spontaneous Me in 2011.

Her channel rapidly grew and she has partnered with other artists, such as John Legend, Pentatonix, and Kurt Hugo Schneider.

Lindsey also won many awards throughout her career. They include Billboard Music Awards, Streamy Awards, and YouTube Awards.

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Profile

Height, Weight, & Physical Appearances

  • Height: 161 cm (5’3″)
  • Weight: 51 kg (112 lbs)
  • Blood Type: –
  • Hair Color: Blonde
  • Eye Color: Brown
  • Body Measurements: 33-24-34 (Bust -33, Waist -24, and Hips -34 inches)
  • Shoe Size: 7 (US)
  • Dress Size: 2 (US)

Family

  • Father: Stephen Stirling
  • Mother: Diane Stirling
  • Brother: Vova Stirling
  • Sister: Brooke, Jennifer, and Marina Stirling

Boyfriend & Dating History

Devin Graham

They dated for a short time, beginning in 2012. Both attended the same church and university before.

He directed plenty of her music video at the start of her career. Their relationship started after the filming of Crystallize music video.

However, they split up in 2013. It wasn’t clear why they separated, but it seems that they ended it in good terms with each other.

Ryan Weed

She started dating Ryan around October 2016.

That being said just a year later in October 2017, she confirmed their breakup. She didn’t reveal the reason behind the separation.

Net Worth

It’s nearly impossible to know the exact number of her net worth as she hasn’t reveal it herself. However, multiple online sources estimate it to be between $5 million to $15 million.

YouTube

As cited from Social Blade, she estimatedly earns $4.4 thousand to $71.1 thousand monthly or equivalent to $53.3 thousand to $853.5 thousand annually.

Real Estate

She purchased a mansion in Hollywood Hills, Los Angeles, that reportedly costs $2.38 million in 2018.

Facts

  • During her performances, she uses various violins, including Yamaha SV-250 Silent Violin Pro, Luis, and Clark acoustic violin, and 1900s Ernst Heinrich Roth acoustic violin.
  • She also receives violins as gifts from their fans.
  • Lindsey has battled with anorexia and received treatments.
  • She has a celestial body which is named after her, called Asteroid 242516 Lindseystirling.
  • Her childhood is modest and her parents can only afford half violin lessons.
  • She attended Greenfield Junior High, then continued her study at Mesquite High School at the age of 16.
  • The violinist enrolled at Brigham Young University (BYU) in Utah and studied film making.
  • The woman also served as a missionary at a New York church.
  • In 2009, Lindsey moved back to BYU and continued studying.
  • She moved back in 2012 to Arizona.
  • Then she graduated from BYU in 2015.
  • Lindsey dated a filmmaker named Devin Graham after filming Crystallize.
  • She collaborated with Atlanta Music Project to sell shirts and provide music training for 50 children in October 2013.
  • Lindsey joined Cirque du Soleil to hold a show for World Water Day in March 2014.
  • In 2017, she held a donation during her tour for Toys for Tots.
  • The violinist started dating Ryan Weed for a year and a half and broke up in October 2017.
  • In December 2018, Lindsey performed for Ronald McDonald House Charities.
  • She participated in the virtual mental health awareness event, the 320 Festival in May 2020.
  • In 2020, the woman made a weekly podcast featuring other music artists.
  • Her ideal type…

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Movies

  • A Fabled Holiday (2022), as herself
  • Lindsey Stirling: Brave Enough (2017), as herself
  • A Trip to Unicorn Island (YouTube ⏐ 2016), as herself
  • Breaking Through (2015), as Phelba

TV Series

  • America’s Got Talent (NBC ⏐ 2018), as herself
  • The Outpost (The CW ⏐ 2018), as Pock
  • Dancing with the Stars (Disney+ ⏐ 2017), as herself
  • Convos with My 2 Year Old (YouTube ⏐ 2016), as herself
  • Sing It! (YouTube ⏐ 2015), as Guest Judge
  • America’s Got Talent (NBC ⏐ 2010), as herself

Awards

  • 2017 Billboard Music Awards – Top Dance/Electronic Album – Brave Enough
  • 2016 Shorty Awards – Best YouTube Musician
  • 2016 Streamy Awards Best Cover Song Hallelujah (original: Leonard Cohen)
  • 2015 German Echo Music Awards – Best Crossover Act – Shatter Me
  • 2015 YouTube Awards – Artist of the Year 
  • 2015 Billboard Music Awards – Top Dance/Electronic Album – Shatter Me
  • 2014 Streamy Awards – Best Musical Artist
  • 2014 German Echo Music Awards – Newcomer International – Lindsey Stirling (album)
  • 2013 Streamy Awards – Best Choreography – Lindsey Stirling (album)
  • 2013 YouTube Awards – Response of the Year – Radioactive (with Pentatonix)

Nominations

  • 2019 Daytime Emmy Awards – Outstanding Musical Performance in a Daytime Program
  • 2017 Billboard Music Awards – Top Dance/Electronic Artist
  • 2016 Libera Awards – Video of the Year – Take Flight
  • 2015 Streamy Awards Best Original Song – Take Flight
  • 2015 Streamy Awards – Best Collaboration (with Pentatonix)
  • 2015 Teen Choice Awards – Choice Web Star: Music – Shatter Me
  • 2014 Teen Choice Awards – Choice Web Star: Music – Shatter Me
  • 2014 German Echo Music Awards – Best Crossover Act – Lindsey Stirling (album)
  • 2014 Billboard Music Awards – Top Dance/Electronic Artist
  • 2014 Billboard Music Awards – Top Dance/Electronic Album – Lindsey Stirling (album)

Quotes

“The only reason I am successful is because I have stayed true to myself.”

“You’ve got to have confidence in the very thing that makes you unique – then wait for the world to catch up.”

“Maybe my best isn’t as good as someone else’s, but for a lot of people, my best is enough. Most importantly, for me it’s enough.”

“I make art for the sake of art . . . and for my own selfish gratification, because I’m an artistic monster.”

“We can ALWAYS make a difference to someone, no matter what role we play.”

“If I break the glass, then I’ll have to fly, There’s no one to catch me if I take a dive. I’m scared of change, and the days stay the same, The world is spinning but only in gray.”

“I am so much happier when I am doing the things that make me me, and that’s living by my standards and doing the things I love, using my talents, however random they are, to share with other people.”

“Life is kind, and full of great moments, but I think the greatest moment of my life is always ahead of me. When I reach it, there will be another, greater moment to come.”

“Am I the best violinist in the world? No. Do I need to be the best to bring people joy? No.”

“By finding the courage to be ourselves, we gain the power to make a difference.”

“Happiness takes work, but it’s achievable for everyone.”

Pics of Lindsey Stirling

1. The violinist dances happily with her dress

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2. Lindsey works with any style

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3. She looks gorgeous with the winter look and a big ribbon on her head

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4. The violinist’s performance is always great

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5. A pretty close-up look from Lindsey

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FAQs 

Who is Lindsey Stirling?

She is an American dancer, songwriter, violinist, TikTok star, and YouTube star.

Who is Lindsey Stirling’s real name?

Her real name is Lindsey Stirling.

What makes Lindsey Stirling famous?

She rose to global fame as she posts choreographed violin performances on YouTube, both in live and music video forms.

Where is Lindsey Stirling from?

She was born in Santa Ana, California, United States.

How old is Lindsey Stirling?

She was born in 1986, and she is 39 years old as of 2025.

When does Lindsey Stirling celebrate her birthday?

She celebrates on the 21st of every September.

How tall is Lindsey Stirling?

Her height is 5’3″ or 161 cm.

Who are Lindsey Stirling’s parents?

Her father’s name is Stephen Stirling and her mother’s name is Diane Stirling.

Is Lindsey Stirling married?

She is not married. Furthermore, there is no information on whether she is in a relationship or not.

Who is Lindsey Stirling’s ex-boyfriend?

Her ex-boyfriends are Devin Graham and Ryan Weed.

How rich is Lindsey Stirling?

Her net worth is around $5 million to $15 million.

What is Lindsey Stirling’s nationality?

Her nationality is American.

Lindsey Stirling becomes a successful violinist and has created amazing performances throughout her career.