Christine Hynde
American rock musician, founder of The Pretenders
1951 — present
Quick Facts
Profession
American rock musician, founder of The Pretenders
Born
September 7, 1951
Age
~75 years
Name Origin
French
Timeline
composer, singer, singer-songwriter
United KingdomBorn in Akron
1951
Born in Akron (1951-09-07)
Present
Age ~75
About
Christine Ellen Hynde is an American-British singer, songwriter, and musician. She is a founding member of the rock band the Pretenders and is the band's lead vocalist, guitarist, and primary songwriter. Hynde is the band's only original member and is the only continuous member of the Pretenders, having appeared on every studio album released by the band.
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Who is Christine Hynde?+
Christine Ellen Hynde is an American-British singer, songwriter, and musician. She is a founding member of the rock band the Pretenders and is the band's lead vocalist, guitarist, and primary songwriter. Hynde is the band's only original member and is the only continuous member of the Pretenders, ha
What does the name Christine mean?+
The name Christine means "A female given name from Ancient Greek.. Etymology: Christine. Christina.". It is of French origin.
When was Christine Hynde born?+
Christine Hynde was born on September 7, 1951.
Name Meaning
A female given name from Ancient Greek.. Etymology: Christine. Christina.
The name Christine is of French origin, meaning "A female given name from Ancient Greek.. Etymology: Christine. Christina.". It is traditionally a female name.
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Christine — September 7, 1951
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Virgo
Analytical, kind, hardworking
Earth · Mercury · Aug 23 – Sep 22
Chinese Zodiac
Rabbit
Quiet, elegant, kind
Metal · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
4 Ix
Jaguar — magic, earth force, mystery
Celtic Tree
Vine
Empathetic, refined, romantic
Ogham: Muin · Sep 2 – Sep 29
Birthstone: Sapphire — Truth, loyalty
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Guestbook
We share a planet and a moment in time. That's enough.
— someone far away
Your music got me through the hardest year of my life.
— a listener
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