KC And The Sunshine Band: Harry Wayne Casey's Life & Career

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Stacy Ferry 21 May 2025

Can a musician truly achieve both monumental success and a thriving family life? For Harry Wayne Casey, better known as KC, the founder and frontman of KC and the Sunshine Band, the answer appears to be a resounding yes, a testament to his ability to navigate the complexities of a high-profile career while nurturing personal connections.

KC and the Sunshine Band, the musical collective fronted by the charismatic Harry Wayne Casey (or K.C.), blazed a trail through the 1970s and 80s with an impressive string of hits. Tracks like "Get Down Tonight," "That's the Way (I Like It)," "(Shake, Shake, Shake) Shake Your Booty," and "I'm Your Boogie Man" all chart-toppers became synonymous with the infectious energy and flamboyant spirit of the disco era. Casey, born on January 31, 1951, in Hialeah, Florida, crafted these undeniable anthems, launching the band in 1973 within the Miami Lakes/Hialeah area. The band's beginnings are a classic story of hard work, with Casey starting as a record store employee and later working at TK Records. His musical vision, combined with a keen understanding of what resonated with audiences, propelled KC and the Sunshine Band to global fame, cementing Caseys place in music history.

Full Name:	Harry Wayne Casey
Stage Name:	K.C.
Born:	January 31, 1951
Birthplace:	Hialeah, Florida, USA
Occupation:	Singer, Songwriter, Record Producer, Musician
Known For:	Founder and Leader of KC and the Sunshine Band
Genres:	Disco, Funk, Pop
Net Worth (2024):	Estimated $15 million
Marriages:	Jeri Lynne (1971), (Details of Second Marriage Undisclosed)
Children:	Harry Wayne Casey Jr., Jeri Lynne Casey II, and two other children
Residence:	Miami Lakes, Florida (for over 30 years)
Active:	Yes, still performing and collaborating

Reference: AllMusic