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Chris Martin (Coldplay) Biography, Age, Height, Wife, Children, Affairs, Family, Wiki & More

Updated On : March 2, 2023

Short Biography

Chris Martin was born on 02-03-1977 in Whitestone, Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom. He is an English Singer, Songwriter, Record Producer, Musician, Philanthropist, Activist, Television Actor & Film Actor. He is also a Co-founder of Coldplay (a rock band).

Chris Martin Complete Bio & Career

Chris Martin’s fascination in music evolved at a young age and while he was studying in the preparatory Exeter Cathedral School, he established his maiden band called The Rocking Honkies. While he was studying in University College London, he met Guy Berryman, Will Champion, and Jonny Buckland, who went on to form their independent band called Coldplay. Martin served as the lead singer, pianist, and rhythm guitarist of Coldplay's debut album, Parachutes. The debut album of cold play was an instant hit and it sold over 5 million copies and also won a Grammy Award.
 
Besides Coldplay, Martin has penned down a variety of songs for independent acts including the singer Jamelia and the British pop group called Embrace. He allied with singer Nelly Furtado on the track super hit track "All Good Things Come TO An End" in 2005. The following year, he worked with superstar rapper Jay-Z for his song "Beach Chair". Martin has also worked with Kanye West and Swizz Beatz.
 
In addition to singing, he and Jonny Buckland made brief appearances in the film titled Shaun of the Dead.  Martin has also appeared in the television series titled Extras in 2006. He has sold over 100 million records worldwide, making them one of the world's best-selling music artists. Martin appeared on Debrett's 2017 list of the most influential people in the United Kingdom. Martin has written songs for a variety of acts including Embrace ("Gravity") and Jamelia ("See It in a Boy's Eyes", co-written with Coldplay producer Rik Simpson). Martin has also collaborated with Ron Sexsmith, Faultline, the Streets, and Ian McCulloch. He also sang a part of the vocals for the Band Aid 20 single, "Do They Know It's Christmas?" 

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Chris Martin Family, Relatives and Other Relations

Father Anthony Martin
Mother Alison Martin
Brothers Richard Martin, Alex Martin
Sister Nicola Martin
Ex-wife Gwyneth Paltrow (2003-2016)
Daughter Apple Blythe Alison Martin
Son Moses Bruce Anthony Martin
Partner Dakota Jhonson
Former Partner Annabelle Wallis

He was born to Anthony Martin and Alison Martin. He has four younger siblings, including two brothers named Richard Martin & Alex Martin and a sister named Nicola Martin. At a concert, Martin became friends with actress Gwyneth Paltrow. The couple after being in a relationship for one year married on 05-12-2003. The couple is blessed with two children together, a daughter named Apple Blythe Alison Martin and son named Moses Bruce Anthony Martin. The couple divorced after 13 years of their marriage on 14-07-2016. He is currently in a relationship with actress Dakota Jhonson. He has been dated actress Annabelle Wallis.

Life's Important Dates Of Chris Martin

Body Measurements

Chest Size 42
Biceps Size 15
Waist Size 34
Skin Colour White
Eye Colour Blue
Hair Colour Blonde

Personal Info

Home Town Exeter, Devon, England
Nationality British
Religion Christian
Address London, England, UK
School Hylton School, Exeter
Exeter Cathedral School, Exeter
Sherborne School, Dorset
College University College London, London
Qualification Graduate
Hobbies Travelling
Marital Status Divorced
Debut Album - Parachutes (2010)
Film - Shaun of the Dead (2004)
Salary N/A
Net Worth N/A
Official Website www.coldplay.com

Favourites

Favorite Color Blue
Favorite Sport Cricket
Favorite Actress Dakota Johnson
Favorite Singer Jay Z
Favorite Song Bittersweet Symphony (By The Verve)
Favorite Food Meat Balls

Shocking / Interesting Facts & Secrets About Chris Martin

  • Chris Martin hits the gym on a regular basis and in 2014 with the help of one of his friends, Jay Z, he was able to bulk up and grow his lean muscles.
  • In the past, he was named one among the world’s sexiest vegetarians by PETA. But, after splitting from Gwyneth Paltrow, he started eating meat too.
  • He met Phil Harvey, the future Coldplay manager in 1990 when both were studying in Sherborne School.
  • He wrote the song “Moses” and “Fix You” for ex-wife Gwyneth Paltrow.
  • He dont have any personal account on social media.

Chris Martin Age, Birthday Facts and Birthday Countdown

47 years, 7months, 14 days old age Chris Martin will turn 48 on 02 March, 2025. Only 4 months, 13 days, 22 hours,55 minutes has left for his next birthday.

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