Paul Teutul Sr is a popular founder of Orange County Choppers who is a founder of the manufactures company custom bikes. Teutul Sr came into the spotlight after his reality television series, American Chopper released. Apart from that, he also wrote two books about fabricating automobiles.

Paul Teutul Sr, American television personality
Caption: Paul Teutul Sr, American television personality

Paul Teutul Sr's Ethnicity

Born to father Paul Teutul, Sr on 1 May 1949, in Yonkers, New York, U.S.A. He sailed as a member of the United States Merchant Marines War, at an early age. His birth sign is Taurus who is an American citizen. 

He belongs to mixed ethnicity. His paternal grandparents were John Teutul and Lena. And his maternal grandparents were John DeVito and Christina.


Is Paul Teutul Sr Still Alive or Death?

Yes, Paul Teutul Sr is still alive but in the year 2019, his death rumor started. Also, some websites mention that he died of cancer. In fact, Paul Teutul Sr is still alive. The video that claimed Paul Teutul Sr had passed away was published on YouTube on June 24, 2012. Many of his fans worried & the video went viral on social sites. 

The author of the video claimed that Paul Teutul Sr succumbed to pancreatic cancer from the video. In the video, he stated that his condition had worsened and hospitalization before he died. However, the video author news is just a publicity stunt rather than true news. 


What is Paul Teutul, Sr Net Worth?

Paul Teutul Sr has a net worth of $500, thousand as per reports. Teutul is also very popular for his vintage car collection from the 1940-the 1960s, each of them worth around $79,000. As a producer, from the documentary series he has earned around $100, thousand per episode.

Paul Teutul Sr sitting in his bike
Caption: Paul Teutul Sr sitting on his bike

In the year 2017, he listed his luxury mansion in Montgomery, New York that worth $2.9 million. Paul's house was built on a 38-acre property that includes a hot tub, pool house, gazebo, volleyball court, and water features. 

In the year 2018, Paul owes creditors over $1 million and is worth $1.8 million. His work is appreciated by everyone and he has also been awarded ASTRA Awards for Favourite International Personality or Actor.


Is Paul Teutul Sr Still Married? His Kids

Looking at his personal life, he is single at the moment. Teutul has married twice. Paul first got married to Paula Teutul in the year 1969. The beautiful couple with four children, a daughter Christin Teutul and three sons Daniel Teutul, Michael Teutul, and Paul Teutul Jr.

Paul Teutul Sr in his wedding dress with his wife
Caption: Paul Teutul Sr in his wedding dress with his wife

In addition, Teutul's daughter Christin is a nurse and his three sons are involved in the same profession; a custom bike builder. He was living his happy life with his wife and children until the couple got divorced in the year 1995.

Paul Teutul Sr with his ex-girlfriend
Caption: Paul Teutul Sr with his ex-girlfriend

More about his second marriage, Paul tied the knot to Beth Ann Santos in July 2007. Moreover, their marriage could not last for long, and separated in 2012 and officially divorced in February 2015.


What is the Height of Paul Teutul Sr? 

Teutul stands at a height of 6 feet 1 inch. But his body weight is still under wrap. His hair color is grey with a pair of brown eyes color.


How did Paul Teutul, Sr Career Start?

Looking at his career, after he returned from the war, Paul started his own company called Orange County Ironworks, a fabrication shop now solely owned by his son Daniel Teutul. Furthermore, he is the owner of the company, his son Daniel Teutul serves as a manager. Similarly, he starts building customs bikes for his pleasure, which he just inspired by many custom bikes appearing on the street and in movies.

Paul Teutul Sr, American television personality
Caption: Paul Teutul Sr, American television personality

In the year 1999, Paul Teutul left the Orange County Ironworks and founded Orange County Choppers to build custom bikes. He offered the company to his son Paul Teutul Jr. and started to produce custom bikes for sale. 

Moreover, Paul also published his first book titled Orange County Choppers in 2006 with his son Paul Teutul Jr. Later a few years, Teutul Sr. again published his second book titled The Ride of a Lifetime in the year 2009.

Paul Teutul Sr, showing his biceps
Caption:  Paul Teutul Sr, showing his biceps

In addition, he has also produced and acted in a few movies and series and some of them Wild Hogs and My Name is Earl. Furthermore, American Chopper is a documentary series produced by him from 2009 to 2010. 

In the year 2010, Paul made his appearance in his documentary along with his son. Additionally, he also featured in another reality series Orange County Choppers: American Made from 2015-2016.