Dierks Bentley: country singer and songwriter

Date of birth:  November 20, 1975 (Age 42)

Full name: Frederick Dierks Bentley

Born place: Phoenix, Arizona, USA

Height: 6’1’’ (183 cm)

Weight: 76 kg (168 pounds)

Hair color: Light brown

Eye color: Grey

Frederick Dierks Bentley was born on November 20, 1975, in Phoenix, Arizona. He moved to Nashville after college and developed a country style rooted in traditional honky-tonk and modern radio songwriting.

Bentley broke through with “What Was I Thinkin’” and followed it with albums including Modern Day Drifter, Home and Black. He continues to tour, record and support music and community initiatives.

The previous headline focused on a lean physique rather than verified work. That framing was removed while his country career and songwriting were expanded.

Updated details

Biographical and career details were reviewed and the article text was updated on September 9, 2026. Historical measurements and past routine descriptions are identified as such.