Gary Barlow

Date of Birth: January 20, 1971

Zodiac Sign: Aquarius

Biography

Gary Barlow is an English singer, songwriter, record producer, and television personality, best known as the lead vocalist of the pop group Take That. Born on January 20, 1971, in Frodsham, Cheshire, England, Barlow showed an early interest in music, learning to play the piano at a young age. His talent became evident as he began writing songs and performing in local clubs as a teenager. In 1989, Barlow was recruited by manager Nigel Martin-Smith to form Take That, alongside Howard Donald, Jason Orange, Mark Owen, and Robbie Williams. The group’s rise to fame in the early 1990s was meteoric, marked by a series of chart-topping hits and albums. Barlow emerged as the principal songwriter, penning many of their biggest hits, including “Back for Good” and “Patience.” Following Take That’s initial split in 1996, Barlow pursued a solo career, releasing the albums “Open Road” and “Twelve Months, Eleven Days.” Although his solo work achieved moderate success, it was his reunion with Take That in 2005 that reignited his career. The group enjoyed renewed success with albums like “Beautiful World” and “Progress.” In addition to his work with Take That, Barlow has been a judge on the UK version of “The X Factor” and has written songs for various artists, including Shirley Bassey and Elton John. He has also composed music for stage productions, showcasing his versatility as a musician. Barlow’s contributions to music have earned him numerous awards, including multiple Ivor Novello Awards. He was appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 2012 for his services to the entertainment industry and charity.

5 Interesting Facts about Gary Barlow

1. Gary Barlow received an OBE in 2012 for his services to music and charity.

2. He has written 14 number-one singles and 24 top-ten hits.

3. Barlow organized the “Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Concert” in 2012.

4. He has published an autobiography titled “My Take.”

5. Gary Barlow is a supporter of Liverpool FC.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Gary Barlow

1. “I think anyone who has a passion for what they love to do, and who pursues it, is inspirational.”

2. “I just love to be on stage. I love the energy I get from an audience.”

3. “For me, music is all about feelings and movement, it’s about what it makes you feel.”

4. “Songwriting is my therapy. It’s where my pain goes.”

5. “You don’t get another chance, life is no Nintendo game.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Gary Barlow’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around £90 million (approximately $120 million USD).

Children

Gary Barlow has three children with his wife Dawn Andrews. Their names are: 1. Daniel Barlow (born 2000) 2. Emily Barlow (born 2002) 3. Daisy Barlow (born 2009)