The well-known English singer, actor, and songwriter David Bowie also wrote songs. Over more than five decades, Bowie was a prominent figure in the music business. His 1967 self-titled first album was one of many that he has published throughout his career. Bowie has starred in a lot of movies and received numerous honors.
Quick Facts
| Celebrated Name: | David Bowie |
|---|---|
| Real Name/Full Name: | David Robert Jones |
| Gender: | Male |
| Age at the time of death: | 69 years old |
| Birth Date: | 8 January 1947 |
| Date of Death: | 10 January 2016 |
| Birth Place: | Brixton, London, United Kingdom |
| Nationality: | English |
| Height: | 1.78 m |
| Weight: | 80 kg |
| Sexual Orientation: | Straight |
| Marital Status: | Married |
| Wife/Spouse (Name): | Iman (m. 1992–2016), Angela Bowie (m. 1970–1980) |
| Children: | Yes (Alexandria Zahra Jones, Duncan Jones) |
| Dating/Girlfriend (Name): | N/A |
| Profession: | Singer-songwriter and actor |
| Net Worth in 2024: | $230 million |
David Bowie Biography
Haywood Stenton “John” Jones and Margaret Mary “Peggy” Jones welcomed their son David Robert Jones into the world on January 8, 1947, in Brixton, London, England. He attended several schools in addition to Bromley Technical High School.
David Bowie’s Age, Height, Weight
David Bowie was born on January 8th, 1947, and died at 69. He stood 1.78 meters tall and weighed 80 kilograms.
Career
David Bowie started his first band when he was just 15 years old. He issued his debut album in 1967. He issued the album “David Bowie/Space Oddity” two years later. The Man Who Sold the World came after this in 1970.
His albums “Hunky Dory,” “Aladdin Sane,” “Pin-Ups,” “Diamond Dogs,” “Young Americans,” “Station to Station,” “Low “” Heroes,” and “Lodger” were all released in the 1970s. His albums from the 1980s include Tin Machine, Tonight, Scary Monsters (And Super Creeps), Let’s Dance, and Never Let Me Down.
In 1991, he published “Tin Machine II.” Hours, Black Tie White Noise, Earthling, Heathen, Reality, The Next Day, and Blackstar, are just a few of his other albums. In addition, he has published 68 more albums, four soundtrack albums, 10 live albums, 13 video albums, eight EPs, and 51 compilation albums.
David Bowie has 128 singles and 72 music videos to his credit. Space Oddity, Starman, The Jean Genie, Sorrow, Boys Keep Swinging, Ashes to Ashes, Under Pressure, Let’s Dance, Modern Love, Dancing in the Street, Perfect Day, and Lazarus are a few of his well-known tracks.
The Image, The Man Who Fell to Earth, Just a Gigolo, The Hunger, Into the Night, Labyrinth, Basquait, Everyone Loves Sunshine, Zoolander, August, and Arthur and the Invisibles are just a few of the movies and television shows in which Bowie has made an appearance.
David Bowie received an American Music Awards nomination in 1984. In 1994, he received a BAFTA Television Awards nomination. Out of 17 nominations, he has six Grammy Awards to his name. In addition, he has won 4 BRIT Awards and 11 NME Awards. He was nominated for a 1983 Golden Globe Award and won the Daytime Emmy Award in 2003. Additionally, he is the recipient of the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. He was admitted to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1996.
David Bowie’s Net Worth
David Bowie’s estimated net worth was over $230 million as of February 2024. His career’s output of numerous records helped him amass considerable wealth. Additionally, he has published hundreds of singles. He started working in his career while he was very young. His participation in movies also contributes to his fortune. He has appeared in and been the subject of numerous documentaries and videos. He oversaw the production of “Scott Walker: 30 Century Man” in 2006.
One of the most well-known vocalists in the world is David Bowie. He sold more than 140 million albums worldwide. Nine of his albums have received platinum certification. He has won numerous awards and appeared in a number of well-known films. Till his passing, he continued to pursue his career.
David Bowie Wife, Marriage
David Bowie married Mary Angie Barnett in 1970. They have a kid named Duncan. In 1980, the couple got a divorce. He tied the knot with Iman in 1992. In 2000, their daughter Alexandria “Lexi” Zahra Jones was born. Bowie is acknowledged to be gay and was once linked to Mick Jagger.
He passed away on January 10th, 2016, from liver cancer. When he passed away, he was 69 years old. On January 12, he was cremated in New Jersey.
