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Martin Kemp - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | October 10, 1961 |
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| Age | 64 |
| Birthplace | Islington, London, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra - (see also Martin Kemp's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Bassist of Spandau Ballet; playing Steve Owen on 'EastEnders' |
Intro
Martin Kemp is an English actor, musician, and director best known as the bassist for the pop band Spandau Ballet and for his role as Steve Owen in the BBC soap opera 'EastEnders'.
Early Life & Background
Martin Kemp was born and raised in Islington, London. He is the younger brother of Gary Kemp, who is also a member of Spandau Ballet. Martin attended the Anna Scher Theatre School as a child, which sparked his interest in performing arts.
Career Highlights
- Bassist for the New Romantic band Spandau Ballet, achieving international fame with hits such as 'True' and 'Gold' (1980s).
- Portrayed Steve Owen in the BBC soap opera 'EastEnders' (1998–2002), earning numerous award nominations.
- Appeared in several films, including the title role in the crime drama 'The Krays' (1990), where he starred alongside his brother Gary Kemp.
- Directed several feature films, including 'Stalker' (2010) and 'Top Dog' (2014).
Trivia
- Martin Kemp survived two brain tumors in the mid-1990s and later became an advocate for brain tumor awareness.
- He competed in the tenth series of 'Celebrity Big Brother' in 2012, finishing in third place.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Martin Kemp?
Martin Kemp is 64 years old.
When was Martin Kemp born?
Martin Kemp was born the 10 October 1961.
Where is Martin Kemp from?
Islington, London, England, UK.
On His Birth-Day
About October 10th, 1961, in brief:
- Historical events: On October 10, 1961, an appointment was made to the Michigan Supreme Court, impacting the state's judicial landscape. This appointment was part of ongoing changes in the state's legal system during that period.
- Day of the week: October 10th, 1961 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Hit The Road Jack by Ray Charles
- #1 UK song: Walking Back To Happiness by Helen Shapiro
- Popular movie: West Side Story directed by Jerome Robbins, Robert Wise
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