Quick Info
| Profession | Singer, Songwriter, Musician, Record Producer, Philanthropist |
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| Nationality | British |
| Date of Birth | 02/03/1977 |
| Age | 49 years |
| Birthplace | Exeter, Devon, England |
Latest News about Chris Martin (Coldplay)
02/03/2025
Chris Martin celebrated his 48th birthday on March 2, 2025, marking another milestone in his enduring career as the lead vocalist of Coldplay. Fans and media outlets worldwide shared tributes highlighting his contributions to rock music and philanthropy over the decades.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Christopher Anthony John Martin | ||
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| Famous For | Being the lead vocalist, pianist, and co-founder of the band Coldplay | ||
| Zodiac sign/Sun sign | Pisces | ||
| School | Exeter Cathedral School, Sherborne School | ||
| College/University | University College London | ||
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| Religion | Omnism | ||
| Ethnicity | English | ||
| Food Habit | Non-Vegetarian | ||
| Political Inclination | British Conservative Party | ||
| Hobby | Listening to Music |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 186 cm |
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| Weight | 80 kg |
| Eye Color | Blue |
| Hair Color | Medium Blond |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Honours in Greek and Latin | First-class honours in Ancient World Studies, Greek, and Latin |
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Personal Life
| Marital Status | In a relationship |
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Relationships & More
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| Marriage Date | 05/12/2003 |
| Divorce Date | 14/07/2016 |
Family
| Wife/Spouse | Gwyneth Paltrow (Actress, divorced) | ||||
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| Godchildren | Matilda (daughter of Simon Pegg) |
Career
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| 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. |
Favourites
| Favourite Food | Chicken and Dumplings |
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| 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 |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/chrismartincoldplay/ | |
| https://www.facebook.com/chrismartincoldplay | |
| https://twitter.com/chrismartincold | |
| YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@Coldplay |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He was born into a musical environment with a mother who was a music teacher and skilled in multiple instruments. | |
| 2. He is the eldest among his four siblings. | |
| 3. At 11 years old, he formed his first band, "The Rocking Honkies," with his school friend, James. | |
| 4. He later attended Sherborne School in Dorset and met Phil Harvey, who would become his band's manager. | |
| 5. He graduated with first-class honors from University College London in Ancient World Studies, Greek, and Latin, where he met Jonny Buckland and Will Champion. | |
| 6. Alongside Buckland, Champion, and Guy Berryman, he founded the band Starfish, later renamed Coldplay. | |
| 7. In 2000, Coldplay released their debut album, "Parachutes," which included hit singles and won a Grammy Award. | |
| 8. Their second album, "A Rush of Blood to the Head," earned domestic and international recognition. | |
| 9. In 2002, he embarked on a solo career collaborating with various artists. | |
| 10. He married Gwyneth Paltrow in a private ceremony in December 2003. | |
| 11. Their daughter, Apple Blythe Alison Martin, was born in May 2004. | |
| 12. He was named the World's Sexiest Vegetarian by PETA in 2005 but later stopped being vegetarian. | |
| 13. Their son, Moses Bruce Anthony Martin, was born in April 2006, inspired by a song Chris wrote for Gwyneth. | |
| 14. His solo career gained popularity in 2006-2007 with collaborations with Jay-Z, Kanye West, and Michael Stipe. | |
| 15. He and Paltrow separated in 2014 and officially divorced in 2016. | |
| 16. In 2016, he performed at the Global Citizen Festival in Mumbai alongside Bollywood stars. | |
| 17. He has appeared in TV shows and movies, including an episode of Modern Family. | |
| 18. He is good friends with actor Simon Pegg and has reciprocal godparenting arrangements with him. |