Date of Birth: July 5, 1950
Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Date of Death: (Alive)
Biography
Huey Lewis, born Hugh Anthony Cregg III, is an American musician, singer, and songwriter best known as the lead vocalist and harmonica player for the band Huey Lewis and the News. Born on July 5, 1950, in New York City, he was raised in Marin County, California. Lewis attended Cornell University but dropped out to pursue a career in music. Initially performing with the band Clover, he later formed Huey Lewis and the News in 1979, which went on to achieve significant success in the 1980s. The band’s third album, “Sports” (1983), became a multi-platinum hit, producing iconic tracks like “The Heart of Rock & Roll” and “I Want a New Drug.” Their success continued with the soundtrack for the film “Back to the Future,” featuring the hit song “The Power of Love,” which earned an Academy Award nomination. Despite facing health challenges, including a diagnosis of Meniere’s disease, Lewis continues to be an influential figure in the music industry. Apart from his music career, he has also made appearances in films and television, including “Duets” and “Hot in Cleveland.”
5 Interesting Facts about Huey Lewis
1. Huey Lewis held the American record for the highest score on the math portion of the SAT.
2. He briefly busked across Europe before his music career took off.
3. “The Power of Love” was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Song in 1986.
4. Huey Lewis and the News’ album “Sports” sold over 10 million copies.
5. The band was initially named “Huey Lewis and the American Express” but changed it due to legal issues with the credit card company.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Huey Lewis
1. “It’s still fun to play, and I love what I do.”
2. “I don’t tap dance, and I don’t think you can learn to tap dance in a year and a half if you don’t have it in your bones.”
3. “The future is unwritten, and I’m just glad to be involved.”
4. “My goal has always been to make records that people will want to listen to in 20 years.”
5. “The power of love is a curious thing.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
The highest net worth achieved by Huey Lewis is estimated to be $25 million.
Children
Huey Lewis has two children: a son, Austin, and a daughter, Kelly. Both have largely stayed out of the public eye.
Relevant Links
1. [Huey Lewis and the News Official Website](https://www.hueylewisandthenews.com
2. [Huey Lewis IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0507212/
