David Bowie
English musician and actor (1947–2016)
1947 — 2016
Quick Facts
Profession
English musician and actor (1947–2016)
Born
January 8, 1947
Died
2016 (age ~69)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
actor, composer, singer
United KingdomBorn in BrixtonDied in New York City
1947
Born in Brixton (1947-01-08)
1976
AwardSaturn Award for Best Actor
1996
AwardRock and Roll Hall of Fame
1997
Awardstar on Hollywood Walk of Fame
1998
AwardGrammy Hall of Fame
2000
AwardCommander of the Order of the British Empire
About
David Robert Jones, known as David Bowie, was an English singer, songwriter and actor. Regarded as among the most influential musicians of the 20th century, Bowie received particular acclaim for his work in the 1970s. His career was marked by reinvention and visual presentation, and his music and stagecraft have had a significant impact on popular music.
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Who is David Bowie?+
David Robert Jones, known as David Bowie, was an English singer, songwriter and actor. Regarded as among the most influential musicians of the 20th century, Bowie received particular acclaim for his work in the 1970s. His career was marked by reinvention and visual presentation, and his music and st
What does the name David mean?+
The name David means "male given name (Δαβίδ)". It is of English origin.
When was David Bowie born?+
David Bowie was born on January 8, 1947.
When did David Bowie die?+
David Bowie died in 2016, at approximately 69 years of age.
Name Meaning
male given name (Δαβίδ)
The name David is of English origin, meaning "male given name (Δαβίδ)". It is traditionally a male name.
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David — January 8, 1947
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Pig
Compassionate, generous, diligent
Fire · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
4 Chuen
Monkey — play, magic, artistry
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
Birthstone: Garnet — Protection, strength
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Guestbook
Stopped here. Glad I did.
— a passerby
Legend.
— anon
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