Gary Barlow

Date of Birth: January 20, 1971

Zodiac Sign: Aquarius

Biography

Gary Barlow is a renowned English singer, songwriter, record producer, and television personality, best known as the lead vocalist of the British pop group Take That. Born on January 20, 1971, in Frodsham, Cheshire, England, Barlow’s passion for music was evident from a young age. He began playing the piano at the age of 10 and was heavily influenced by the pop music of the 1980s. Barlow’s career took off when he became a member of Take That in 1990. The band enjoyed immense success in the 1990s with hits like “Back for Good,” “Relight My Fire,” and “Never Forget.” After Take That disbanded in 1996, Barlow pursued a solo career, releasing his debut solo album, “Open Road,” in 1997. Although his solo career was successful, it did not reach the same heights as his earlier work with Take That. The band reunited in 2005, leading to a resurgence in their popularity and a series of successful albums and tours. In addition to his work with Take That, Barlow has achieved success as a solo artist and a songwriter for other artists. He has also served as a judge on the UK version of “The X Factor” and has been involved in various charitable endeavors. Barlow has been honored with numerous awards, including six Ivor Novello Awards for songwriting.

5 Interesting Facts about Gary Barlow

1. Gary Barlow was awarded an OBE (Order of the British Empire) in 2012 for his services to the entertainment industry and charity.

2. He co-wrote the official single for Children in Need in 2009, “What About Now,” performed by Westlife.

3. Barlow composed and produced the music for the musical “Finding Neverland,” which premiered in 2012.

4. He organized and performed at the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Concert in 2012.

5. Barlow’s autobiography, “My Take,” was a bestseller upon its release in 2006.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Gary Barlow

1. “I think the key to happiness is being grateful for what you have, and not focusing on what you don’t have.”

2. “I’ve always been a firm believer that the harder you work, the luckier you get.”

3. “Music is the only place in my life where I feel completely in control.”

4. “Take That has always been about friendship and support, and that’s why we’ve managed to stay together for so long.”

5. “I’ve had my fair share of ups and downs, but I’ve always tried to stay positive and keep moving forward.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Gary Barlow’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around £90 million.

Children

Gary Barlow has three children with his wife, Dawn Andrews: Daniel (born 2000), Emily (born 2002), and Daisy (born 2009). The couple also suffered the tragic loss of their fourth child, Poppy, who was stillborn in 2012.