Yahoo HomePete Townshend
| Born | May 19, 1945 |
| Hometown | Chiswick, United Kingdom |
| Net worth | $150 million |
| Height | 6'0" (1.83m) |
| Spouse | Karen Astley (m 1968 - 2000) |
| Children | Emma Townshend , Joseph Townshend , Aminta Townshend |
| Parents | Cliff Townshend |
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