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Richard Marx - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | September 16, 1963 |
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| Age | 62 |
| Birthplace | Chicago, Illinois, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo - (see also Richard Marx's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rabbit |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Singer-songwriter with several Billboard-charting hits in the late 1980s and early 1990s; renowned for ballads like "Right Here Waiting". |
Intro
Richard Marx is an American adult contemporary and pop/rock singer, songwriter, musician, and record producer, known for his string of hit singles in the late 1980s and early 1990s, including "Right Here Waiting," "Hold On to the Nights," and "Hazard."
Early Life & Background
Richard Marx was born in Chicago, Illinois to Ruth Marx, a former singer, and Dick Marx, a jazz musician and jingle writer. He began singing commercial jingles written by his father in his youth.
Career Highlights
- Debut self-titled album (1987) went triple-platinum, spawning hits like "Don't Mean Nothing" and "Hold On to the Nights".
- Follow-up album 'Repeat Offender' (1989) reached No. 1 in the US and included global hit "Right Here Waiting."
- First solo artist to have his first seven singles reach the Top 5 of the Billboard Hot 100.
- Has written and produced songs for artists such as Luther Vandross, NSYNC, Barbra Streisand, and Keith Urban.
- Won a Grammy Award for Song of the Year as a songwriter of Luther Vandross's "Dance with My Father."
Trivia
- Richard Marx is the only child of accomplished jazz musician Dick Marx.
- His mother, Ruth Marx, was also recognized in the music industry as a singer.
- Richard Marx has sold over 30 million records worldwide.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Richard Marx?
Richard Marx is 62 years old.
When was Richard Marx born?
Richard Marx was born the 16 September 1963.
Where is Richard Marx from?
Chicago, Illinois, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About September 16th, 1963, in brief:
- Historical events: Malaysia was officially formed on September 16, 1963, uniting Malaya, Singapore, Sarawak, and North Borneo. This federation aimed to strengthen economic and political ties in the region, although it faced challenges, including Singapore's eventual separation in 1965.
- Day of the week: September 16th, 1963 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Blue Velvet by Bobby Vinton
- #1 UK song: She Loves You by The Beatles
- Popular movie: The Great Escape directed by John Sturges
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