| Bio/Wiki | |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Christopher Anthony John Martin |
| Profession | Singer, Songwriter, Musician, Record Producer, Philanthropist |
| Famous For | Being a member of the band Coldplay |
| Physical Stats & More | |
| Height (approx.) | in centimeters– 186 cm in meters– 1.86 m in feet inches– 6’ 1” |
| Weight (approx.) | in kilograms– 80 kg in pounds– 175 lbs |
| Body Measurements (approx.) | – Chest: 42 inches – Waist: 35 inches – Biceps: 14 inches |
| Eye Colour | Blue |
| Hair Colour | Medium Blond |
| Personal Life | |
| Date of Birth | 2 March 1977 |
| Age (as in 2018) | 41 Years |
| Birthplace | Whitestone, Devon, England |
| Zodiac sign/Sun sign | Pisces |
| Signature | |
| Nationality | British |
| Hometown | Whitestone, Devon, England |
| School | Exeter Cathedral School, Sherborne School |
| College/University | University College London |
| Educational Qualification | Honours in Greek and Latin |
| Debut | Album: Parachutes (2000) |
| Religion | Omnism |
| Ethnicity | English |
| Food Habit | Non-Vegetarian |
| Political Inclination | British Conservative Party |
| Hobby | Listening to Music |
| Awards, Honours, Achievements | 2009: Grammy Award for Song of the Year- Viva La Vida 2003: NME Award for the Hottest Man |
| Tattoo(s) | |
| Controversy | He was involved in a controversy in 2016 during his concert in India. Indian National Congress Leader, Nawab Malik, accused him of hurting sentiments of the Indians and disrespecting the Indian Flag when a video showcased of him with the Indian Flag; hanging from his back pocket. |
| Relationships & More | |
| Marital Status | Divorced |
| Affairs/Girlfriends | • Natalie Imbruglia (2000) (Singer) • Gwyneth Paltrow (2002-2003) (Actress) • Jennifer Lawrence (2014-2015) (Actress) • Annabelle Wallis (2015-2017) (Actress) • Dakota Johnson (2017) (Actress) |
| Marriage Date | 5 December 2003 |
| Divorce Date | 14 July 2016 |
| Family | |
| Wife/Spouse | Gwyneth Paltrow (Actress) |
| Children | Son– Moses Bruce Anthony Martin Daughter– Apple Blythe Alison Martin |
| Parents | Father– Anthony Martin (Retired Accountant) Mother– Alison Martin (Music Teacher) |
| Siblings | Brothers– Alex Martin, Richard Martin Sisters– Rosie Martin, Nicola Martin |
| Favourite Things | |
| Favourite Food | Chicken and Dumplings |
| Favourite Band(s) | U2 and Take That |
| Favourite Singer(s) | Morten Harket, Richard Ashcroft |
| Favourite Song | Bittersweet Symphony by The Verve |
| Favourite Actor | Simon Pegg |
| Favourite Football Club | Arsenal |
| Style Quotient | |
| Car Collection | Audi A8, Range Rover, Jeep Wrangler |
| Money Factor | |
| Net Worth (approx.) | $121 Million |
Some Lesser Known Facts About Chris Martin
- Chris Martin does not smoke.
- Chris Martin does not drink alcohol.
- grew up surrounded by music as his mother, a talented music teacher, possessed the ability to play various instruments. Throughout his early years, Chris Martin was immersed in a musical environment.
- Chris Martin is the oldest among his four siblings.
- When he was just 11 years old, he and his schoolmate James came together to create their band, “The Rocking Honkies.”
- After completing his time at a prep school, he transferred to Sherborne School in Dorset. It was at this institution that he had the opportunity to meet Phil Harvey, who would go on to become the manager for his band.
- After completing his studies, he proceeded to University College London, where he excelled academically and obtained a first-class degree in Ancient World Studies, Greek, and Latin. It was during his time at the college that he crossed paths with aspiring musicians, Jonny Buckland and Will Champion.
- He formed an alternative rock band called Starfish with his University friend Buckland, Will Champion, and Guy Berryman. Eventually, they decided to change the name to Coldplay.
- Their debut album, “Parachutes,” was unveiled in 2000 and swiftly gained immense popularity. The tracks ‘Shiver’, ‘Trouble’, and ‘Yellow’ became widely acclaimed singles, propelling the album to achieve multi-platinum status in Australia, the U.S., and Britain. Additionally, this album triumphed at the Grammy Awards, securing the prestigious title of Best Alternative Music Album, and garnered multi-platinum recognition in the U.S.
- Their second album, titled “A Rush of Blood to the Head,” was released in 2002 and received numerous accolades both domestically and internationally.
- Having achieved initial success with the band, he ventured into his solo career in 2002. He collaborated as a vocalist with artists such as Faultline, Ron Sexsmith, and Ian McCulloch.
- A quiet ceremony took place on December 5, 2003, during which he tied the knot with actress Gwyneth Paltrow.
- Apple Blythe Alison Martin, the couple’s daughter, arrived on 14 May 2004. To celebrate the upcoming birth of Apple, Chris and his band released a song titled “I am your baby’s daddy” under the name “the Nappies.”
- After his divorce from Gwyneth Paltrow, he ended his vegetarian diet and began consuming non-vegetarian food, despite previously being recognized as the World’s Sexiest Vegetarian by PETA in 2005.
- A son named Moses Bruce Anthony Martin was joyfully welcomed by the couple on 8 April 2006. The inspiration behind the name “Moses” came from a song called “Moses,” written by Chris for Gwyneth.
- His solo career experienced a remarkable upswing in 2006 and 2007, gathering a global following. He had the opportunity to share the stage with acclaimed artists such as Jay-Z, Kanye West, Michael Stipe, and many others. A memorable collaboration occurred when Jay Z and Chris Martin joined forces for a sensational performance.
- Martin and Paltrow declared their separation in March 2014, and their divorce was finalized on July 14, 2016.
- He participated in the Global Citizen Festival held in Mumbai, India in 2016. The event was graced by several eminent Bollywood personalities, including Amitabh Bachchan, A. R. Rahman, Alia Bhatt, Ranveer Singh, Amir Khan, Katrina Kaif, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Farhan Akhtar, and many more.
- Additionally, he has made appearances in numerous television shows and movies, including an episode of the highly popular TV show, Modern Family.
- Chris Martin has a strong friendship with actor and producer Simon Pegg, to the extent that they are considered great friends. Additionally, both Chris and Jack Buckland have been chosen as godfathers to Apple, Pegg’s daughter. This reciprocal relationship has led to Chris Martin and Simon Pegg collaborating on various projects together.
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