Michael Bolton - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | February 26, 1953 |
|---|---|
| Age | 73 |
| Birthplace | New Haven, Connecticut, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces - (see also Michael Bolton's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Snake |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Hit singles such as "How Am I Supposed to Live Without You," "When a Man Loves a Woman," and "Said I Loved You... But I Lied"; Multiple Grammy Awards; distinctive soulful voice. |
Intro
Michael Bolton is an American singer, songwriter, and record producer, best known for his powerful voice and a string of pop and rock ballads that achieved worldwide commercial success in the late 1980s and early 1990s.
Early Life & Background
Michael Bolotin, later known as Michael Bolton, was born in New Haven, Connecticut. He began performing at an early age and pursued a musical career through his teens and early adult years, initially as a member of hard rock and heavy metal bands before shifting to pop rock and adult contemporary music.
Career Highlights
- Achieved commercial breakthrough with his 1987 album 'The Hunger', including the hit single 'How Am I Supposed to Live Without You.'
- Won two Grammy Awards for Best Pop Male Vocal Performance (1990, 1992).
- Sold more than 75 million records worldwide.
- Had eight top ten albums and two number one singles on the Billboard charts.
- Known for powerful renditions of classics such as 'When a Man Loves a Woman.'
Trivia
- Born Michael Bolotin; changed his surname to Bolton for professional reasons.
- Originally performed in hard rock and heavy metal genres, even fronting the band Blackjack, before transitioning to pop and adult contemporary.
- Apart from singing, Bolton has written songs for other artists, including co-writing 'How Am I Supposed to Live Without You,' originally a hit for Laura Branigan.
FAQs
People also ask
Michael Bolton is 73 years old.
Michael Bolton was born the 26 February 1953.
New Haven, Connecticut, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About February 26th, 1953, in brief:
- Historical events: Allen W. Dulles was appointed as the Director of the Central Intelligence Agency on February 26, 1953. His tenure marked significant developments in U.S. intelligence operations during the Cold War.
- Day of the week: February 26th, 1953 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: No Help Wanted by Rusty Draper
- #1 UK song: Don't Let The Stars Get In Your Eyes by Perry Como & The Ramblers
- Popular movie: From Here to Eternity directed by Fred Zinnemann
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