Childhood and Education Journey of Travis Barker in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: October 20, 2025

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Travis Barker. From birth to education, explore key events.

Travis Barker is a highly acclaimed American musician, songwriter, and producer, best known as the drummer for the iconic rock band Blink-182. His versatile talent extends beyond rock, encompassing collaborations with hip-hop artists and membership in groups like Transplants and +44. Barker's collaborations include Box Car Racer, Antemasque, and Goldfinger, and he famously partnered with DJ AM as TRV$DJAM. Recognized for his exceptional drumming skills, Rolling Stone has hailed him as "punk's first superstar drummer" and included him among the 100 greatest drummers ever.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

November 14, 1975: Travis Barker's Birth and Early Childhood

On November 14, 1975, Travis Barker was born in Fontana, California. At age four, his mother gave him his first drum kit, and he began taking drum lessons at age five. He also took trumpet lessons and later learned to play the piano and briefly joined a choir in junior high. He was also interested in surfing and skateboarding, but always returned to the drums.

November 14, 1975: Travis Barker's Birth

On November 14, 1975, Travis Landon Barker was born. He would later become a musician, songwriter, music producer, and the drummer for the rock band Blink-182.

1999: Personal and Professional Growth

In 1999, Travis Barker experienced significant personal and professional growth due to Blink-182's success. He began dating Melissa Kennedy, purchased a rehearsal studio, opened a store called Famous Stars and Straps, offered drum lessons, and participated in Guitar Center drum clinics.

2000: Injury During Tour

In 2000, Travis Barker missed much of the Mark, Tom and Travis Show tour after breaking his finger.

2001: Marriage to Melissa Kennedy

In 2001, Travis Barker married Melissa Kennedy.

August 2002: Divorce from Melissa Kennedy

In August 2002, Travis Barker and Melissa Kennedy divorced after nine months of marriage.

October 2003: Birth of Son, Landon Asher

In October 2003, Travis Barker's girlfriend, ex-Miss USA Shanna Moakler, gave birth to their son, Landon Asher.

October 2004: Nightmare Before Christmas-Inspired Wedding

In October 2004, Travis Barker had a Nightmare Before Christmas-inspired wedding and starred in the MTV reality series Meet the Barkers with wife Shanna Moakler.

2006: Breakup with Shanna Moakler and Tabloid Attention

After Travis Barker and Shanna Moakler split up in 2006, he was frequently spotted at nightclubs and photographed with Paris Hilton, leading to tabloid attention. Barker attributed this behavior to guilt over his broken home and excessive consumption of painkillers, marijuana, and alcohol.