Keith Richards

Date of Birth: December 18, 1943

Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius

Biography

Keith Richards, born on December 18, 1943, in Dartford, Kent, England, is a legendary musician, best known as the guitarist, secondary vocalist, and co-founder of the iconic rock band The Rolling Stones. Richards’ partnership with Mick Jagger has been one of the most enduring and successful in rock history, spawning countless hits and defining the genre for over six decades. Richards’ interest in music began at a young age, heavily influenced by blues and rock ‘n’ roll icons like Chuck Berry and Muddy Waters. After meeting Jagger in primary school and reconnecting years later, the duo formed The Rolling Stones in 1962, along with Brian Jones, Charlie Watts, and Bill Wyman. Known for his distinctive guitar riffs and rebellious persona, Richards has contributed to some of the most memorable songs in rock history, including “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction,” “Paint It Black,” “Jumpin’ Jack Flash,” and “Gimme Shelter.” Beyond his work with The Rolling Stones, Richards has pursued solo projects and collaborated with various artists. Despite his notorious lifestyle, marked by drug use and legal issues, Richards remains a revered figure in the music world. His autobiography, “Life,” published in 2010, offers an unfiltered look into his extraordinary life and career.

5 Interesting Facts about Keith Richards

1. Keith Richards was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with The Rolling Stones in 1989.

2. He once stated that he had his blood entirely replaced to kick his heroin addiction, a claim that has become part of rock folklore.

3. Richards has a passion for books and owns an extensive personal library.

4. In 2006, he sustained a head injury after falling from a tree in Fiji, which required surgery.

5. Keith Richards played the role of Captain Teague, Jack Sparrow’s father, in the “Pirates of the Caribbean” film series.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Keith Richards

1. “I’ve never had a problem with drugs. I’ve had problems with the police.”

2. “Music is a necessity. After food, air, water, and warmth, music is the next necessity of life.”

3. “Some things get better with age. Like me.”

4. “Good music comes out of people playing together, knowing what they want to do and going for it.”

5. “The only things Mick and I disagree about is the band, the music, and what we do.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Keith Richards’ highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $500 million.

Children

Keith Richards has five children. He had three children with his first wife, Anita Pallenberg: Marlon Leon Sundeep Richards, Angela Richards, and Tara Jo Jo Gunne Richards (who died shortly after birth). He also has two daughters, Theodora Dupree and Alexandra Nicole, with his current wife, Patti Hansen.