Chris Martin

Chris Martin frontman of Coldplay

Christopher Anthony John Martin (born 2 March 1977) is an English singer, songwriter, musician, producer and philanthropist. He is best known as the vocalist, pianist and co-founder of the rock band Coldplay.

Born
Christopher Anthony John Martin
2 March 1977 (age 47)
Exeter, Devon, England

Alma mater
University College London

Occupations
Singer • songwriter • musician • producer philanthropist

Years active
1997–present

Spouse
Gwyneth Paltrow

Children
Apple Martin, Moses Martin

Awards
Full list

Chris Martin with her beautiful wife

Born in Exeter, Martin went to University College London, where he formed Coldplay with Jonny Buckland, Guy Berryman and Will Champion. The band found worldwide fame with the release of the song "Yellow" in 2000, receiving acclaim for albums such as A Rush of Blood to the Head (2002). He has won seven Grammy Awards and nine Brit Awards as part of the band. They have sold over 100 million albums worldwide as of 2021, making them the most successful group of the 21st century. Martin is one of the most influential people in the United Kingdom.

ARCHITECTURAL DIGEST Gwyneth Paltrow Clad in tiles
by Bantam Tileworks She is an actress and bussinesswoman 
“I come in here everyday,” Gwyneth reveals, “And when I’m in here, 
it’s kind of like ‘Pinch me.  I cannot believe that this is our house.  It’s so fun!”

According to an article released by The Times in May 2023, Martin has an estimated net worth of £160 million. In a 2012 interview with the Daily Mirror, Martin revealed that he had been suffering from tinnitus since his early adult years, although he said that he had noticed the symptoms even as a teenager "while listening to loud music". As a result, Martin wears specially filtered earplugs or customised in-ear monitors while performing and has encouraged his bandmates to do the same as a preventive measure. Similarly, he has encouraged his children to wear hearing protection at concerts. Martin has also become an advocate for hearing loss awareness, having partnered with the Royal National Institute for Deaf People. PETA named Martin the World's Sexiest Vegetarian in 2005.

Coldplay performing A sky full of star (live at River Plate) In a Constelattion of Pisces

Coldplay are a British rock band formed in London in 1997, consisting of vocalist and pianist Chris Martin, lead guitarist Jonny Buckland, bassist Guy Berryman, drummer and percussionist Will Champion, and manager Phil Harvey. They are best known for their live performances, having also impacted popular culture with their artistry, advocacy and achievements.

Chris Martin and Phil Harvey at Mansyur's JPO Karet, Tengsin.

Chris Martin and Jonny Buckland first met during their orientation week at University College London, in September 1996. The pair began to write their first songs together in early 1997 and practised every night.

Coldplay in Germany