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Justin Hawkins - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | March 17, 1975 |
|---|---|
| Age | 51 |
| Birthplace | Chertsey, Surrey, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces - (see also Justin Hawkins's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rabbit |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Lead singer and guitarist of The Darkness, known for the hit single 'I Believe in a Thing Called Love.' |
Intro
Justin Hawkins is an English musician, singer, and songwriter best known as the lead vocalist and guitarist of the glam rock band The Darkness. Renowned for his flamboyant stage presence and distinctive falsetto singing style, Hawkins rose to fame in the early 2000s with hits like 'I Believe in a Thing Called Love.'
Early Life & Background
Justin David Hawkins was born in Chertsey, Surrey, England, on March 17, 1975. He grew up in a musical household and attended Kirkham Grammar School before pursuing music professionally.
Career Highlights
- Formed The Darkness in 2000 with his brother Dan Hawkins.
- Achieved international success with The Darkness's debut album 'Permission to Land' (2003), which included the hit single 'I Believe in a Thing Called Love.'
- Won three Brit Awards in 2004 with The Darkness.
- Pursued side projects such as Hot Leg and contributed to music for other artists and commercials.
Trivia
- Justin Hawkins participated in the UK version of The Masked Singer in 2022, disguised as 'Chameleon.'
- He is known for his striking stage outfits, often influenced by glam rock icons.
- Justin has publicly discussed his battles with addiction and subsequent recovery.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Justin Hawkins?
Justin Hawkins is 51 years old.
When was Justin Hawkins born?
Justin Hawkins was born the 17 March 1975.
Where is Justin Hawkins from?
Chertsey, Surrey, England.
On His Birth-Day
About March 17th, 1975, in brief:
- Historical events: On March 17, 1975, South Vietnamese forces began a significant retreat in the face of advancing North Vietnamese troops, marking a critical point in the Vietnam War. This retreat was part of a larger collapse of South Vietnamese defenses leading to the fall of Saigon later that year.
- Day of the week: March 17th, 1975 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: My Eyes Adored You by Frankie Valli
- #1 UK song: If by Telly Savalas
- Popular movie: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest directed by Miloš Forman
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