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About Chris de Burgh
Chris de Burgh is a renowned British-Irish singer widely known for his 1986 hit single The Lady in Red, which was responsible for turning him into a household name in numerous countries across the globe. His other famous songs include Don't Pay the Ferryman and A Spaceman Came Travelling.
Family Life
He was born to Charles Davison and Maeve Emily de Burgh. In 1977, he got married to Diane, with whom he fathered three children, including Rosanna, who won the Miss World 2003 title.
Controversies
In 1994, he made headline news after he was caught having an extramarital affair with his children's nanny while his wife was hospitalized.
More facts about Chris de Burgh
According to the singer his hit single Lady In Red was inspired by his first meeting with his wife Diane. According to him, she wore a red dress the first time he met her.
Chris was born in the Argentine city named Venado Tuerto. At the time, his father was working in the South American nation as a British diplomat.
His official name is Davison.
His stage moniker de Burgh is the maiden name of his mother.
He studied in England at Marlborough College.
He has lived in African nations such as Nigeria and Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Chris signed his first professional contract in 1974. It was with the record label A&M Records.
He attended the same college with Nick Drake.
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F.A.Q. about Chris de Burgh
When is his birthday?
Chris de Burgh's birthday is on October 15, 1948.
In how many days is his birthday?
Chris' birthday is in 220 days
How old is he?
He is 76 years old.
Where is Chris from?
He was born in Venado Tuerto, Santa Fe Province, Argentina.