Keith Richards
Keith Richards
Personal information
- Full name: Keith Richards
- Date of birth: December 18, 1943
- Place of birth: Dartford, Kent, England
- Nationality: British
- Occupation: Musician, singer, songwriter, actor
- Musical genre: Rock, blues, reggae
- Instruments: Guitar, vocals, bass guitar, piano
- Years active: 1962–present
Early life Keith Richards was born in Dartford, Kent, England, on December 18, 1943. His father, Bert Richards, was a factory worker, and his mother, Doris Richards, was a schoolteacher. He has one sister, Valerie. Richards' family moved to London when he was young, and he attended primary school in Dartford. He later attended Sidcup Art College, where he studied art and design.
Musical career Richards began playing guitar at the age of 15. He formed his first band, The Rolling Stones, in 1962 with Mick Jagger, Brian Jones, Ian Stewart, and Mick Avory. The Rolling Stones quickly became one of the most popular bands in the world, and Richards is considered one of the greatest guitarists and songwriters of all time.
The Rolling Stones Richards has been a member of The Rolling Stones for over 50 years. He is the band's lead guitarist, and he has co-written many of the band's most famous songs, including "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction," "Paint It Black," and "Sympathy for the Devil." Richards is also known for his distinctive guitar playing style, which is often characterized by his use of open chords and slide guitar.
Solo career Richards has also had a successful solo career. He has released three solo albums, "Talk Is Cheap" (1988), "Main Offender" (1992), and "Crosseyed Heart" (2015). Richards' solo albums have generally been well-received by critics and fans, and he has toured extensively in support of his solo work.
Acting career Richards has also appeared in a number of films and television shows. He made his film debut in the 1968 film "Performance," and he has since appeared in films such as "Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides" (2011) and "The Rum Diary" (2011). Richards has also appeared in television shows such as "Saturday Night Live" and "The Simpsons."
Personal life Richards has been married twice. He was first married to Anita Pallenberg from 1979 to 1999. They had three children together: Marlon, Dandelion, and Tara. Richards is currently married to Patti Hansen. They have two children together: Theodora and Alexandra.
Awards and honors Richards has received numerous awards and honors for his work with The Rolling Stones and his solo career. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1989, and he was ranked number four on Rolling Stone magazine's list of the "100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time" in 2003. Richards was also awarded a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2013.
