Rock Singer

Sting

Sting is an English musician and actor; he was in the band The Police from 1977-86, gaining fame as their frontman and songwriter.

Sting
Full Name
Gordon Matthew Thomas Sumner
Age
73
Birth Date
October 2, 1951
Zodiac
Libra
Born
England
Height
5′ 11″

Popularity

Fame Level
% of people who know them
92%
Liked by
72%
Neutral
21%
Disliked by
8%

About

Sting is an English singer, songwriter, and actor. He first gained fame as the frontman of the popular band The Police, whose popular songs such as "Roxanne" and "Every Breath You Take" topped the charts throughout the late 1970s and early 1980s. He has since gained international recognition as a solo singer-songwriter, winning 16 Grammy Awards over the course of his career.

Sting Timeline

1951
Sting is Born
On October 2, 1951, Gordon Matthew Thomas Sumner, known by his stage name “Sting”, was born in Wallsend, Northumberland, England.
1977
Forms The Police Band
Sting forms the rock band The Police along with drummer Stewart Copeland and guitarist Henry Padovani.
1978
Releases Debut Album
The Police release their debut album Outlandos d'Amour.
1983
The Police Disbands
The Police disbands after six albums, 13 singles and five Grammy Awards.
1985
Solo Career Begins
Sting embarks on a solo career and releases his first solo album “The Dream of the Blue Turtles”.
1991
Wins 1st Grammy Award
Receives his first Grammy Award for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance for the song “Every Breath You Take.”
2016
Inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame
Sting is inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame at a star-studded ceremony.

5 Interesting Facts about Sting

1.

Former English Teacher

Sting started his career as an English teacher at St. Paul's First School in Cramlington, England.

2.

Joined a Reggae Band

Before joining the Police, Sting was a member of a reggae band called Last Exit.

3.

Won 16 Grammy Awards

Throughout his career, Sting has won 16 Grammy Awards and is one of the most successful solo artists of all time.

4.

First Night Club Owner

In 1977, Sting opened the first night club in Newcastle upon Tyne called "The Phoenix".

5.

Musical Collaborator

Sting has collaborated with some of the biggest names in music such as Eric Clapton, Bryan Adams and Peter Gabriel.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Sting birthday?

Sting, a legendary English rock singer, was born on October 2, 1951 and is currently 71. He is best known for his numerous solo hits as well as his time as the frontman for The Police, including iconic songs such as "Every Breath You Take," "Roxanne," and "Wrapped Around Your Finger."

What is the Net Worth of Sting?

Sting has an estimated net worth of $550M. Most of his wealth comes from his long career as a singer-songwriter, as well as his multiple business investments. He has released multiple records with The Police and as a solo artist and still continues to write and produce music. He has also invested in Broadway plays, wine production, and many other ventures.