Date of Birth: July 19, 1947
Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Biography
Brian Harold May, born on July 19, 1947, in Hampton, London, is an iconic British musician, songwriter, and astrophysicist. He is best known as the lead guitarist of the legendary rock band Queen. Renowned for his distinctive guitar playing, May co-founded Queen alongside Freddie Mercury and Roger Taylor in 1970. His innovative guitar techniques and signature use of the “Red Special,” a guitar he built with his father, have cemented his status as one of rock’s greatest guitarists. Beyond his musical career, May pursued his passion for astrophysics, earning a PhD in 2007 from Imperial College London. He has co-authored several scientific papers and books on the subject. May is also an advocate for animal rights and has been involved in various charitable activities, including campaigns against fox hunting and badger culling.
5 Interesting Facts about Brian May
1. Brian May built his own guitar, the “Red Special,” with his father when he was a teenager.
2. He earned a PhD in astrophysics from Imperial College London in 2007.
3. May has an asteroid named after him, 52665 Brianmay.
4. He co-wrote many of Queen’s biggest hits, including “We Will Rock You,” “I Want It All,” and “The Show Must Go On.”
5. May is a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) for his services to the music industry and charity.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Brian May
1. “The guitar has a kind of grit and excitement possessed by nothing else.”
2. “There’s nothing I do in life that isn’t driven by passion.”
3. “You don’t get harmony when everybody sings the same note.”
4. “Every time I listen to Jeff Beck my whole view of guitar changes.”
5. “I’m not a person who endorses a lot of things.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Brian May’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $210 million.
Children
Brian May has three children with his first wife, Christine Mullen: James (Jimmy), Louisa, and Emily Ruth.
Relevant Links
1. [Brian May Official Website](https://www.brianmay.com/
2. [Brian May on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brian_May
3. [Queen Official Website](https://www.queenonline.com/
4. [Brian May’s Astrophysics Research](https://www.imperial.ac.uk/people/brian.may
5. [Brian May’s Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/brianmayforreal/
