Childhood and Education Journey of Tommy Lee in Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Tommy Lee, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Tommy Lee (born Thomas Lee Bass) is an American musician best known as the drummer and co-founder of the iconic heavy metal band Mötley Crüe. Beyond his work with Mötley Crüe, Lee formed the rap metal band Methods of Mayhem and has also released solo musical projects. He is known for his energetic and flamboyant drumming style and his prominent presence in pop culture and entertainment.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Controversies & Scandals

1957: Mother's Beauty Contest

In 1957, Tommy Lee's mother, Vassiliki Papadimitriou, participated in the Miss Greece beauty contest.

October 3, 1962: Tommy Lee's Birth

On October 3, 1962, Thomas Lee Bass, known as Tommy Lee, was born in Athens, Greece. He would later become a musician and co-founder of Mötley Crüe.

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1984: Marriage to Elaine Starchuk

In 1984, Tommy Lee married Elaine Starchuk, marking his first marriage.

May 10, 1986: Marriage to Heather Locklear

On May 10, 1986, Tommy Lee married actress Heather Locklear, his second marriage.

1986: Start of Horse Deaths at Calgary Stampede

Since 1986, 50 horses have died during the Calgary Stampede's chuckwagon races, leading to Tommy Lee's protest in 2013.

1993: Divorce from Heather Locklear

In 1993, Tommy Lee and Heather Locklear divorced, ending their marriage.

February 19, 1995: Marriage to Pamela Anderson

On February 19, 1995, just four days after meeting her, Tommy Lee married Pamela Anderson.

1995: Tape Recorded

In 1995, Tommy Lee and Pamela Anderson videotaped their sexual activities while on a houseboat on Lake Mead, Arizona.

June 5, 1996: Birth of Brandon Thomas Lee

On June 5, 1996, Tommy Lee and Pamela Anderson's first son, Brandon Thomas Lee, was born.

1996: Battery Charges

In 1996, Tommy Lee had pleaded no contest to criminal charges of battery against a Jewish photographer after Lee attacked the man outside the Viper Room.

October 1997: Arrest for Instigating a Riot

In October 1997, Tommy Lee, along with Nikki Sixx, was arrested in North Carolina after instigating a riot during the 1997 concert at Greensboro Coliseum.

December 29, 1997: Birth of Dylan Jagger Lee

On December 29, 1997, Tommy Lee and Pamela Anderson's second son, Dylan Jagger Lee, was born.

1997: Release of Stolen Video

In 1997, the video of Tommy Lee and Pamela Anderson's sexual activities was stolen in 1995, released on the internet, and became a prime example of viral pornography.

1998: Divorce from Pamela Anderson

In 1998, Tommy Lee and Pamela Anderson divorced, leading to a custody battle over their sons.

1998: Lawsuit over Swastika Tattoo

In 1998, Tommy Lee faced a lawsuit when he allegedly exposed a right-facing Nazi swastika tattoo on his arm to public scrutiny.

1998: Jail Time for Assaulting Pamela Anderson

In 1998, Tommy Lee served six months in county jail after pleading no contest to kicking Pamela Anderson while she was holding their son Dylan.

May 2000: Jail for Probation Violation

In May 2000, Tommy Lee served five days in jail for violating his probation by drinking alcohol.

June 16, 2001: Drowning in Lee's Swimming Pool

On June 16, 2001, 4-year-old Daniel Karven-Veres drowned in Tommy Lee's swimming pool while attending a birthday party for Lee's 5-year-old son, Brandon.

2001: Brief Reunion with Pamela Anderson

In 2001, Tommy Lee and Pamela Anderson briefly reunited upon Lee's release from jail but eventually split again.

2002: Joint Custody of Sons

In 2002, Tommy Lee and Pamela Anderson were granted joint custody of their sons, ending their custody battle.

2002: Engagement to Mayte Garcia

In 2002, Tommy Lee became engaged to dancer Mayte Garcia, the ex-wife of Prince.

April 2003: Lee Cleared in Drowning Lawsuit

In April 2003, Tommy Lee was cleared by a jury in the negligence lawsuit filed by Daniel Karven-Veres' parents following the drowning incident in his swimming pool.

2003: End of Engagement to Mayte Garcia

In 2003, Tommy Lee's engagement to Mayte Garcia ended.

September 2007: Fight at MTV Video Music Awards

In September 2007, Tommy Lee was involved in a fight with Kid Rock at the MTV Video Music Awards ceremony, resulting in Lee being ejected and Kid Rock being cited for assault.

2008: Reunion and Final Split with Pamela Anderson

In 2008, Tommy Lee and Pamela Anderson were back together and living with each other and their children, but they split for good soon afterward.

2010: Protest Against SeaWorld's Treatment of Tilikum

In 2010, Tommy Lee, as a supporter of animal rights and PETA, sent a letter to the president of SeaWorld, Terry Prather, protesting the treatment of Tilikum the orca. Lee advocated for Tilikum's release and criticized SeaWorld's methods of obtaining Tilikum's sperm, deeming them "sick and twisted."

2013: Letter to Alberta Premier Regarding Chuckwagon Races

In 2013, Tommy Lee, as a member of PETA, sent a letter to the then-Alberta Premier Alison Redford requesting that she end the Calgary Stampede's chuckwagon races due to the deaths of 50 horses since 1986.