Date of Birth: September 19, 1963
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Biography
Jarvis Branson Cocker is a British musician, actor, and radio presenter, best known as the frontman of the band Pulp, one of the most successful groups of the Britpop era. Born in Sheffield, England, Cocker formed Pulp in 1978 while still at school. The band initially struggled to achieve commercial success but garnered a dedicated following through the 1980s. Pulp’s breakthrough came with their 1994 album “His ‘n’ Hers,” followed by the critically acclaimed “Different Class” in 1995, which included the hit single “Common People.” Known for his witty and observant lyrics, Cocker became an iconic figure of the 1990s Britpop scene. Beyond Pulp, he has pursued a solo career, released multiple albums, and has been involved in various creative projects, including presenting radio shows on BBC Radio 6 Music.
5 Interesting Facts about Jarvis Cocker
1. Jarvis Cocker famously interrupted Michael Jackson’s performance at the 1996 BRIT Awards, protesting what he saw as Jackson’s “messianic” performance.
2. He has a degree in Fine Art from Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design in London.
3. Cocker was a judge for the 2010 Turner Prize, one of the most prestigious awards in the British art world.
4. He provided the voice for the character Petey in Wes Anderson’s animated film “Fantastic Mr. Fox” (2009).
5. In addition to his music career, Cocker has made contributions to literature, writing a column for “The Observer” and releasing a book titled “Mother, Brother, Lover: Selected Lyrics.”
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Jarvis Cocker
1. “I guess ultimately a lot of entertainers are out to make themselves feel better.”
2. “I think people are always looking for someone to save them. Unfortunately, it usually ends up being themselves they have to look to.”
3. “I think that you’ve got to be a bit more varied in your outlook on life. You can’t just be one thing.”
4. “The best ideas come from the most strange places.”
5. “Being famous is not the same as being important. A lot of important people aren’t famous, and a lot of famous people aren’t important.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
The highest net worth achieved by Jarvis Cocker is estimated to be around $5 million.
Children
Jarvis Cocker has one child, a son named Albert Cocker, born in 2003, from his marriage to Camille Bidault-Waddington, which ended in 2009.
Relevant Links
1. [Jarvis Cocker – Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jarvis_Cocker
2. [Pulp – Official Website](http://www.pulppeople.com/
3. [BBC Radio 6 Music – Jarvis Cocker](https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b00v4tv3
4. [Jarvis Cocker on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0167913/
