Date of Birth: September 10, 1958
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Biography
Siobhan Máire Deirdre Fahey is an Irish-born musician and singer-songwriter best known as a founding member of the all-female musical group Bananarama and later as the frontwoman of the alternative pop project Shakespears Sister. Born on September 10, 1958, in Dublin, Ireland, Fahey moved to London in her teens, where she immersed herself in the burgeoning punk and new wave scenes of the late 1970s. Fahey formed Bananarama in 1981 alongside friends Keren Woodward and Sara Dallin. The group quickly rose to fame with a string of hits in the UK and internationally, including “Cruel Summer” and “Venus”. Dissatisfied with the direction of Bananarama, Fahey left the group in 1988 to form Shakespears Sister, which produced hits like “Stay” and “You’re History”. Beyond her music career, Fahey has been a notable figure in fashion and pop culture, often recognized for her distinctive style and bold fashion choices. Despite the challenges of the music industry, she has maintained a significant influence over the years, both as a performer and as a songwriter.
5 Interesting Facts about Siobhan Fahey
1. Siobhan Fahey named her band Shakespears Sister after a song by The Smiths.
2. She has battled clinical depression, which influenced much of her work with Shakespears Sister.
3. Fahey reunited with Bananarama for a tour in 2017, marking the first time the original trio performed together in nearly three decades.
4. She was once married to Dave Stewart of Eurythmics, with whom she has two children.
5. Fahey’s song “Stay” with Shakespears Sister stayed at number one on the UK Singles Chart for eight consecutive weeks in 1992.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Siobhan Fahey
1. “I wanted to be in a band that was as loud as the Sex Pistols but as glamorous as Roxy Music.”
2. “Music has always been my therapy.”
3. “I think every artist has to go through a period of struggle to find their true voice.”
4. “Fashion isn’t just about clothes; it’s about expressing who you are.”
5. “There’s a fine line between madness and genius, and I like to think I’m walking it.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At her peak, Siobhan Fahey’s net worth was estimated to be around $12 million.
Children
Siobhan Fahey has two children, both sons, with her former husband Dave Stewart: Sam and Django Stewart.
Relevant Links
1. [Siobhan Fahey’s Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Siobhan_Fahey
2. [Bananarama’s Official Website](https://www.bananarama.co.uk
3. [Shakespears Sister’s Official Website](https://www.shakespearssisterofficial.com
5. [Siobhan Fahey’s Discography on Discogs](https://www.discogs.com/artist/Siobhan-Fahey
