Sting (musician)
Gordon Matthew Thomas Sumner, known as Sting, is an English musician and actor. He was the frontman, principal songwriter and bassist for the rock band the Police from 1977 until their break-up in 1986. He launched a solo career in 1985 and has included elements of rock, jazz, reggae, classical, new-age, and worldbeat in his music.
Background
- Born in
- Wallsend
- Educated at
- St. Cuthbert's High SchoolUniversity of WarwickNorthumbria University
- Awards
- 🏆 Commander of the Order of the British Empire🏆 Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres🏆 star on Hollywood Walk of Fame🏆 MusiCares Person of the Year🏆 Polar Music Prize
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1951
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