Who Is Daron Malakian? Age, Biography, and Wiki
As of 2025, Daron Malakian is 49 years old. Known for his role as the guitarist and songwriter for the iconic band System of a Down, Malakian has been a major influence in the rock and nu-metal genres since the late 1990s. His eclectic style blends rock, metal, and elements of Armenian folk music, showcasing his cultural heritage. Malakian's musical journey began in his youth, and he has developed a dedicated fan base over the decades.
| Occupation | Metal Singer |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | July 18, 1975 |
| Age | 50 Years |
| Birth Place | Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Horoscope | Cancer |
| Country | U.S |
Popularity
Daron Malakian's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Daron Malakian stands at approximately 5 feet 7 inches (170 cm) tall and weighs around 155 pounds (70 kg). His athletic build and dynamic on-stage presence reflect his passion for performance. Though specific measurements such as chest, waist, and biceps ratios are not widely published, he maintains a fit and active lifestyle, consistent with a musician dedicated to his craft.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
Daron Malakian tends to keep his personal life private. As of 2025, he is reportedly single, with no public relationships confirmed. Previously, he was linked to several women, but he has opted to focus on his music and career in recent years. Malakian shares a strong bond with his family and often speaks about the importance of his Armenian heritage.
Vartan is a painter, dancer, and choreographer from Mosul, Iraq, and Zepur Malakian is a sculptor who instructed college-level sculpture earlier in her career. At an early age, Malakian got into heavy metal music; his distant cousin played him a Kiss record when he was age 4.
Malakian started listening to Van Halen, Aerosmith, Def Leppard, Black Sabbath, Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Motörhead and Ozzy Osbourne.
He always wanted to play the drums, but his parents got him a guitar instead because "You can't turn the drums off." Malakian first picked up a guitar at age 11, saying in an interview, "For the first year and a half, I learned how to play by ear, and did alright. After a few years I gained a reputation as a guitar player in high school.
And by 16 or 17 I actually realized it was a good songwriting instrument, and, over anything, that's what I feel like. I don't pretend to be Mr. Guitar Virtuoso." During his teens Malakian listened to thrash metal bands such as Slayer, Venom, Metallica, and groove metal bands like Pantera and Sepultura.
Malakian then began listening to the Beatles and cites John Lennon as one of his big influences as a songwriter. He also cites other British Invasion bands such as the Kinks and the Who as major influences as well as folk-rock such as trio Peter, Paul and Mary and punk pioneer Iggy Pop.
Malakian went to Rose and Alex Pilibos Armenian School in the Los Feliz side of Hollywood, which his future bandmates Shavo Odadjian and Ontronik "Andy" Khachaturian (System of a Down's original drummer) also attended. System of a Down vocalist Serj Tankian attended the school as well, but he was years older than Malakian and the others.
Malakian attended Glendale High School as a teenager.
Net Worth and Salary
Daron Malakian's net worth in 2025 is estimated to be around $20 million. His wealth has primarily been accumulated through his extensive music career, including successful albums and tours with System of a Down. Additionally, he has explored ventures in producing and songwriting for other artists, contributing to his financial success.
Career, Business, and Investments
Malakian's career took off with the formation of System of a Down in 1994, which quickly gained international acclaim. They are known for their politically charged lyrics and innovative sound, leading to multiple Grammy nominations and awards. Outside of the band, Malakian formed the side project Scars on Broadway, where he showcased his musical versatility.
In terms of business ventures, Malakian has been involved in various philanthropic activities, particularly those supporting Armenian causes. He remains an influential figure in the music industry, continually pushing the boundaries of rock music.
Social Network
Daron Malakian maintains a relatively low-key presence on social media compared to other celebrities. However, he is active on platforms like Instagram and Twitter, where he shares insights into his life, music, and upcoming projects. His followers appreciate his authenticity and passion for music.
In August 2009, Scars on Broadway, minus Malakian, traveled to Iraq for a USO tour across the U.S. army bases. Their setlist consisted of covers as well as a few Scars songs.
Guitarist/vocalist Franky Perez stated on his Twitter that "the Scars tunes sound amazing but they're not the same without D..." He also stated before they left that Malakian had given them his blessing.
In 2009 Franky Perez mentioned on his Twitter that he and the D-Man (Malakian) were going into the studio to jam, this was the first news people have heard about Malakian's whereabouts for about a year.
Education
While specific details about Daron Malakian’s education are scarce, it is known that he developed his musical skills during his teenage years in California. His background, enriched by Armenian culture, heavily influences his songwriting and musical style.
