Will Champion

Date of Birth: July 31, 1978

Zodiac Sign: Leo

Biography

William “Will” Champion is an English musician and the drummer for the rock band Coldplay. Born on July 31, 1978, in Southampton, Hampshire, England, Champion was introduced to music at an early age, learning to play multiple instruments, including the piano, guitar, bass, and tin whistle. He attended Cantell Secondary School and later the University of Southampton, where he studied anthropology. Champion joined Coldplay in 1997, shortly after the band was formed by Chris Martin, Jonny Buckland, and Guy Berryman. Although he had no formal experience as a drummer, his musical versatility and adaptability won him a place in the band. Over the years, Coldplay has become one of the world’s best-selling music artists, known for their hit singles like “Yellow,” “Clocks,” “Fix You,” and “Viva la Vida.” Apart from his work with Coldplay, Will Champion has contributed to various other musical projects and collaborations. He has also made cameo appearances in television shows, most notably in the HBO series “Game of Thrones.”

5 Interesting Facts about Will Champion

1. Will Champion learned to play the piano and violin before taking up the drums.

2. He appeared as a drummer in a cameo role on the HBO series “Game of Thrones.”

3. Champion was briefly fired from Coldplay in 1999 but was quickly reinstated after his bandmates realized their mistake.

4. He contributed to the production of Jamelia’s album “Thank You” in 2003.

5. Champion often provides backing vocals during live performances and in studio recordings.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Will Champion

1. “Music can evoke such powerful emotions; it’s a universal language that can bring people together.”

2. “Being in a band is like being in a marriage; you have to constantly work at it.”

3. “Drumming is not just about keeping time; it’s about bringing energy and emotion to the music.”

4. “We’ve always tried to make our music a positive force, something that can bring people some solace.”

5. “The best part about being in Coldplay is the camaraderie; we’re family, and we support each other.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

The highest net worth achieved by Will Champion is estimated to be around $100 million.

Children

Will Champion is married to Marianne Dark, and the couple has three children: a daughter named Ava Champion and fraternal twins named Juno and Rex Champion.