Famous People From Wales
- Dec. at 58 (1925-1984)Richard Burton, born Richard Walter Jenkins Jr. on November 10, 1925, in Pontrhydyfen, Wales, was a prodigious actor best known for his strikingly resonant voice and his tumultuous relationship with actress Elizabeth Taylor. Born into a working-class family of thirteen children, Burton's early life was marked by hardship. His mother died when he was just two years old, leaving him to be raised by his older sister. Despite these challenges, Burton found refuge in literature and acting, paving the way for an illustrious career in the entertainment industry. Burton's talent for acting was discovered by his schoolmaster, Philip Burton, who was so impressed by the young man's potential that he took him under his wing, even going as far as adopting him, which led to Richard taking his surname. Burton's acting career began in earnest with his service in the Royal Air Force during World War II, where he acted in several morale-boosting plays. After the war, he enrolled at Oxford University on a scholarship, where he honed his acting skills further, eventually catching the eye of Hollywood producers. Throughout the course of his career, Burton delivered powerful performances in both film and theater, earning seven Academy Award nominations. Some of his most notable roles included those in Cleopatra, Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, and The Spy Who Came in from the Cold. Beyond his acting career, Burton made headlines for his stormy relationship with Elizabeth Taylor, whom he married twice. Their off-screen chemistry was as palpable as their on-screen pairings, making them one of the most talked-about couples of their era. Burton passed away on August 5, 1984, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire actors worldwide.Moreย Richard Burton
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- Dec. at 77 (1942-2020)Terry Jones, born in Wales in 1942, was an acclaimed figure in the world of comedy and entertainment. He is best known as a member of the groundbreaking British comedy group, Monty Python. Jones's career was defined by his unique humor and innovative comedic approaches, demonstrating his talent across various forms of media including television, film, literature, and directing. Jones attended Oxford University where he met his future collaborator, Michael Palin. Their partnership formed the foundation of Monty Python, a group that would revolutionize comedy with their surreal and absurd humor. Jones played a crucial role in writing and performing for the troupe's iconic television series Monty Python's Flying Circus, and films such as Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Life of Brian, and The Meaning of Life. In Holy Grail and Life of Brian, he also showcased his directorial prowess, co-directing the former and solely directing the latter to critical acclaim. Beyond Monty Python, Terry Jones was a prolific author and historian, penning numerous works on medieval and ancient history. His deep fascination with history also led him to present various documentaries, further demonstrating his versatility and intellect. Furthermore, he dabbled in children's literature, writing several popular books that were imbued with his distinct wit and creativity. In recognition of his significant contributions to comedy and entertainment, Jones received a BAFTA Special Award and was honored with a Lifetime Achievement award at the Welsh BAFTAs. Despite passing away in 2020, Terry Jones's legacy lives on through his enduring influence on comedy and culture.Moreย Terry Jones
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- Age: 55Born in Newport, Wales, Michael Sheen is a dynamic actor, renowned for his chameleon-like ability to embody an array of characters with striking authenticity. He was born on February 5, 1969, and began exploring his theatrical interests at the West Glamorgan Youth Theatre and later at the National Youth Theatre of Wales. His passion for drama led him to study at the prestigious Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) in London, where he fine-tuned his acting skills and prepared for a successful career on stage and screen. Sheen's early career was marked by a series of impressive stage performances. His role as Mozart in Peter Shaffer's Amadeus at the Old Vic Theatre established him as a powerful presence in the theater world. His performances as Henry V and Caligula for the Sheffield Theatres, as well as his portrayal of Hamlet at the Young Vic, further solidified his reputation. However, it was his depiction of former British Prime Minister Tony Blair in the critically acclaimed film The Queen that introduced Sheen to a broader audience and earned him international recognition. Sheen has exhibited versatility throughout his career, seamlessly transitioning between stage and screen. His notable television roles include Masters of Sex, where he played the famed sex researcher Dr. William Masters, and Good Omens, where he took on the part of Aziraphale, an angel and part-time rare book dealer. Despite the variety of his roles, what remains consistent is Sheen's dedication to his craft and his ability to bring depth and nuance to each character he portrays.Moreย Michael Sheen
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- Age: 56Rhys Ifans is a versatile and distinguished actor hailing from Wales. Born on July 22, 1967, in Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, Ifans cultivated his acting skills at the prestigious Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London before making his screen debut. His breakout role came in 1997 when he portrayed the unkempt lodger "Spike" in the British film Notting Hill, earning widespread recognition for his portrayal of the lovable misfit. Ifans's career spans across multiple genres and formats, demonstrating his range as an actor. He has showcased his talent in several critically acclaimed projects, including his lauded performance as Howard Marks in Mr. Nice, a biographical crime film based on the life of the notorious Welsh drug trafficker. This portrayal earned Ifans a BAFTA nomination, cementing his place among the elite actors in the industry. In addition to his film work, Ifans has also excelled on the small screen, with noteworthy roles in series like Elementary and Berlin Station. Despite his accomplishments in film and television, Ifans's passion for the stage remains undiminished. He has graced the boards of renowned theaters like the Donmar Warehouse and the National Theatre in London, delivering riveting performances that have left audiences spellbound. His portrayal of King Richard in Shakespeare's Richard II was particularly celebrated, underscoring his ability to breathe life into classic characters.Moreย Rhys Ifans
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- Age: 62Julia Eileen Gillard AC (born 29 September 1961) is an Australian former politician who served as the 27th Prime Minister of Australia and Leader of the Australian Labor Party from 2010 to 2013. She was previously the 13th Deputy Prime Minister of Australia from 2007 until 2010 and held the cabinet positions of Minister for Education, Minister for Employment and Workplace Relations and Minister for Social Inclusion from 2007 to 2010. She was the first and to date only woman to hold the positions of Deputy Prime Minister, Prime Minister and leader of a major party in Australia. Born in Barry, Wales, Gillard migrated with her family to Adelaide, South Australia, in 1966. She attended Mitcham Demonstration School and Unley High School. Gillard went on to the University of Adelaide, but switched to the University of Melbourne in 1982, where she eventually graduated with Bachelor of Laws (1986) and Bachelor of Arts (1989) degrees. She worked with the Australian Union of Students during that time and was the organisation's president from 1983 to 1984. In 1987, Gillard joined the law firm Slater & Gordon. She became a partner in 1990, specialising in industrial law, but left in 1996 to become chief of staff to John Brumby, the leader of the Labor Party in Victoria. This preceded her own entry into federal politics. Gillard was first elected to the House of Representatives at the 1998 federal election for the seat of Lalor. Following the 2001 election, she was elected to Shadow Cabinet. When Kevin Rudd was elected as party leader and Leader of the Opposition in December 2006, Gillard was elected unopposed as his deputy. Upon Labor's victory at the 2007 election, she became the first female Deputy Prime Minister of Australia, and was made Minister for Education, Minister for Employment and Workplace Relations and Minister for Social Inclusion. On 24 June 2010, after Rudd lost the support of his party and resigned, Gillard was elected unopposed as his replacement, thus becoming prime minister. The subsequent 2010 federal election saw the first hung parliament since 1940. Gillard was able to form a minority government with the support of a Green MP and three independents. On 26 June 2013, after a leadership spill, Gillard lost the leadership of the Labor Party back to Rudd. Her resignation as prime minister took effect the following day. Gillard retired from politics on 5 August 2013, before the impending federal election. Following her departure from politics, Gillard became an honorary visiting professor at the University of Adelaide, and a nonresident senior fellow at the Brookings Institution's Center for Universal Education. She released her political memoir, My Story, in September 2014. She has been on the board of the mental health organisation Beyond Blue since December 2014 and its chair since July 2017, and was made an honorary fellow of Aberystwyth University in June 2015. Gillard has also served as the chairwoman of the Global Partnership for Education since February 2014.
- Age: 70Griffith Rhys Jones (born 16 November 1953) is a Welsh comedian, writer, actor and television presenter. He starred in a number of television series with his comedy partner, Mel Smith. Rhys Jones came to national attention in the 1980s for his work in the BBC television comedy sketch shows Not the Nine O'Clock News and Alas Smith and Jones. With Smith, he founded television production company Talkback Productions, now part of RTL Group and later in 2005, he started the production company Modern Television.He went on to develop a career as a television presenter and writer, as well as continuing with acting work. From 2008 until 2016, he presented the television bloopers show It'll be Alright on the Night for ITV, having replaced Denis Norden who hosted the show for almost 30 years. Rhys Jones was himself replaced on the show in 2018 by David Walliams.
- Dec. at 39 (1682-1722)Bartholomew Roberts (17 May 1682 โ 10 February 1722), born John Roberts, was a Welsh pirate who raided ships off the Americas and West Africa between 1719 and 1722. He was the most successful pirate of the Golden Age of Piracy as measured by vessels captured, taking over 400 prizes in his career. He is also known as Black Bart (Welsh: Barti Ddu), but this name was never used in his lifetime.
- Age: 55Rhodri Paul Gilbert (born 18 October 1968) is a Welsh comedian who was nominated in 2005 for the Perrier Best Newcomer Award. In 2008 he was nominated for the main comedy award (as the Edinburgh Comedy Awards were then branded).Gilbert appears on television and radio panel shows, has performed stand-up on the Royal Variety Performance, and hosted a weekly show on BBC Radio Wales.In September 2014 Gilbert started presenting the BBC Two panel show Never Mind the Buzzcocks, ending a run of five series without a permanent host, although the show ended in May 2015.Moreย Rhod Gilbert
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- Dec. at 58 (1893-1951)Ivor Novello (15 January 1893 โ 6 March 1951), born David Ivor Davies, was a Welsh composer and actor who became one of the most popular British entertainers of the first half of the 20th century. He was born into a musical family, and his first successes were as a songwriter. His first big hit was "Keep the Home Fires Burning" (1914), which was enormously popular during the First World War. His 1917 show, Theodore & Co, was a wartime hit. After the war, Novello contributed numbers to several successful musical comedies and was eventually commissioned to write the scores of complete shows. He wrote his musicals in the style of operetta and often composed his music to the libretti of Christopher Hassall. In the 1920s, he turned to acting, first in British films and then on stage, with considerable success in both. He starred in two silent films directed by Alfred Hitchcock, The Lodger and Downhill (both 1927). On stage, he played the title character in the first London production of Liliom (1926). Novello briefly went to Hollywood, but he soon returned to Britain, where he had more successes, especially on stage, appearing in his own lavish West End productions of musicals. The best known of these were Glamorous Night (1935) and The Dancing Years (1939). From the 1930s, he often performed with Zena Dare, writing parts for her in his works. He continued to write for film, but he had his biggest late successes with stage musicals: Perchance to Dream (1945), King's Rhapsody (1949) and Gay's the Word (1951). The Ivor Novello Awards were named after him in 1955.
- Age: 39Aimee Anne Duffy (born 23 June 1984), known professionally as Duffy, is a Welsh singer, songwriter and actress. Born in Bangor, Wales, she was introduced to Jeannette Lee of Rough Trade Records, which led to her signing a recording contract with A&M Records in 2007. Following the release of the singles "Rockferry" (2007) and "Mercy" (2008), the latter reaching singles charts worldwide, Duffy released her 2008 debut album Rockferry. The album entered the UK Album Chart at number one, and became the best-selling album in the United Kingdom in 2008 with 1.68 million copies sold. The album was certified several times Platinum and sold over 7 million copies worldwide, spawning further successful singles. With "Mercy", Duffy became the first Welsh woman to achieve number-one on the UK Singles Chart since 1983, while Rockferry was awarded the Grammy Award for Best Pop Vocal Album amongst further nominations at the 51st Grammy Awards. In 2009, she won three Brit Awards for British Breakthrough, Best British Female and Best British Album.In 2010, Duffy released her second album Endlessly. Following its relative critical and commercial failure, in February 2011, Duffy announced she would take an extended hiatus from music before beginning work on her third album, and made her acting debut in the film Patagonia. She has since appeared in and contributed music to the film Legend (2015), playing American singer Timi Yuro.Moreย Duffy
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- Age: 53Andrew Piran Bell (born 11 August 1970) is an English musician who plays guitar in the band Ride. He is a songwriter, singer, producer, DJ and former member of the band Hurricane #1. He was also the bass guitarist for the British rock band Oasis, and the guitarist for its successor band Beady Eye.
- Age: 46Gethin Clifford Jones (born 12 February 1978) is a Welsh television presenter. An active rugby union player while at Manchester Metropolitan University and, for a time, after graduation, Jones began his television career on Welsh language channel S4C as a presenter of children's programmes such as Popty, Mas Draw and the flagship children's entertainment show Uned 5 (Unit 5, 2002โ05). In 2005, he became the 31st presenter of BBC children's programme Blue Peter.
- Age: 62Christopher John Bryant (born 11 January 1962) is a Welsh Labour Party politician who has been the Member of Parliament (MP) for Rhondda since the 2001 general election and most recently the Shadow Leader of the House of Commons until resigning on 26 June 2016. He was previously the Shadow Minister for the Arts, Minister of State for Europe, Deputy Leader of the House of Commons and Shadow Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport. He was re-elected in June 2017. Bryant previously worked as a Church of England vicar, as well as having roles at the BBC and Common Purpose.
- Age: 73Rowan Douglas Williams, Baron Williams of Oystermouth, (born 14 June 1950), is a Welsh Anglican bishop, theologian and poet. He was the 104th Archbishop of Canterbury, a position he held from December 2002 to December 2012. Previously the Bishop of Monmouth and Archbishop of Wales, Williams was the first Archbishop of Canterbury in modern times not to be appointed from within the Church of England. Williams' primacy was marked by speculation that the Anglican Communion (in which the Archbishop of Canterbury is the leading figure) was on the verge of fragmentation over disagreements on contemporary issues such as homosexuality and the ordination of women. Williams worked to keep all sides talking to one another. Notable events during his time as Archbishop of Canterbury include the rejection by a majority of dioceses of his proposed Anglican Covenant and, in the final General Synod of his tenure, his unsuccessful attempt to secure a sufficient majority for a measure to allow the appointment of women as bishops in the Church of England. Having spent much of his earlier career as an academic at the universities of Cambridge and Oxford successively, Williams speaks three languages and reads at least nine. After standing down as Archbishop, Williams took up the positions of Master of Magdalene College, Cambridge, in 2013, and Chancellor of the University of South Wales in 2014. He also delivered the Gifford Lectures at the University of Edinburgh in 2013. Justin Welby succeeded Williams as Archbishop of Canterbury on 9 November 2012, being enthroned in March 2013. On 26 December 2012, 10 Downing St announced Williams' elevation to the peerage as a life baron, so that he could continue to speak in the Upper House of Parliament. Following the creation of his title on 8 January and its gazetting on 11 January 2013, he was introduced to the temporal benches of the House of Lords as Baron Williams of Oystermouth on 15 January 2013, sitting as a crossbencher.
- Age: 48Elizabeth Angela Fuller (born 30 December 1975) is a Welsh television presenter, actress, model and media personality, who is also known for being Miss Great Britain 1996 โ 97. Fuller is the former owner of the Miss Great Britain pageant from September 2009 to January 2011. She launched her own competition of the Miss British Empire beauty pageant in 2011. Liz is the new co-director of Americas Miss World.
Dec. at 56 (1877-1934)Charles Lionel Gibbs, who went by his middle name Lionel, was a politician in Alberta, Canada. He served as a municipal councillor in Edmonton from 1924 until his death and, concurrently, a member of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta from 1926 until his death.Ken Follett
Age: 74Kenneth Martin Follett, (born 5 June 1949) is a Welsh author of thrillers and historical novels who has sold more than 160 million copies of his works. Many of his books have achieved high ranking on best seller lists. For example, in the USA, many reached the number 1 position on the New York Times Best Seller list, including Edge of Eternity, Fall of Giants, A Dangerous Fortune, The Key to Rebecca, Lie Down with Lions, Triple, Winter of the World, and World Without End.Moreย Ken Follett- #118 of 296 onThe Best Novelists of All Time
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- Claire Summers is a Welsh news television presenter for BBC Wales. Born in Cardiff, but brought up in Cowbridge, Summers was educated at Howell's in Llandaff. She then gained a BA degree at Aberystwyth University, and a post-graduate degree in journalism from the University of Cardiff.Summers worked at Channel One television in Bristol, where she reported, filmed, edited and presented programmes. Summers joined BBC Wales in 2000. With Summers and Jason Mohammad the youngest members of the BBC Wales Today team, they were often asked to undertake the activity-based reports - such as in 2005, where Summers had to lead a Welsh Black cow called Ceridwen at the Royal Welsh Show. On 8 September 2008, Summers became chief sports presenter for Wales Today.
- Age: 80Sir Karl William Pamp Jenkins (born 17 February 1944) is a Welsh musician and composer. His best known works include the song "Adiemus" and the Adiemus album series; Palladio; The Armed Man; and his Requiem. Jenkins was educated in music at Cardiff University and the Royal Academy of Music, where he is a fellow and an associate. He was a member of the jazz-rock band Soft Machine. Jenkins has composed music for advertisement campaigns and has won the industry prize twice.Moreย Karl Jenkins
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- Age: 72Bonnie Tyler, born as Gaynor Hopkins on June 8, 1951, in Skewen, Wales, is a distinctively raspy-voiced pop singer who has made a significant impact on the international music scene. Her parents, Glyndwr and Elsie Hopkins, noticed her love for music early on, encouraging her to participate in various singing competitions as a youngster. This early immersion into the world of music laid the foundation for what would become an illustrious career, spanning decades. Tyler got her first big break in 1976 with the release of her debut single "Lost in France", which climbed into the UK Top 10. However, it was her 1977's hit "It's a Heartache" that truly propelled her into the limelight, becoming a massive hit worldwide. But what sealed Tyler's place in the annals of pop music royalty was the unforgettable 1983 power ballad, "Total Eclipse of the Heart". Written and produced by Jim Steinman, this song catapulted Tyler to unprecedented heights, reaching Number 1 in multiple countries and earning her a Grammy nomination. Despite facing vocal cord issues in the late 1970s that could have ended her singing career, Bonnie Tyler proved resilient, adapting her singing style to accommodate the changes in her voice. This adaptation resulted in her distinctive husky voice that she's known for today. Throughout her career, she has released over 20 albums, showcasing her versatility across pop, rock, and country genres. In addition to her Grammy nomination, she has received several prestigious awards, including three Brit Award nominations and the World Music Award for World's Best Selling UK Female Rock Artist. Always true to her roots, Tyler maintains a deep connection with her Welsh heritage and continues to be a beloved figure in her homeland and around the globe.Moreย Bonnie Tyler
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- Age: 76Jonathan Pryce, a renowned artist of screen and stage, boasts an impressive career spanning over half a century. Born as John Price in Carmel, Wales in 1947, his passion for performing arts emerged early, leading him to the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art. Pryce's talent and dedication catalyzed a swift rise in the world of theater, culminating in his acclaimed performance in the title role of Hamlet at the Royal Court Theatre. Pryce's remarkable range and versatility have seen him excel in diverse roles across multiple genres and mediums. His notable work includes his portrayal of Sam Lowry in Terry Gilliam's Brazil, winning critical acclaim for his sensitive yet striking performance. In the realm of theater, his depiction of Engineer in Miss Saigon on Broadway earned him a Tony Award, solidifying his position as an exceptional performer. In the modern era, Pryce has become widely recognized for his role as High Sparrow in the globally popular television series, Game of Thrones. Beyond acting, Pryce's contributions to the entertainment industry extend to advocacy and mentorship. He has been an influential figure in various arts councils and charities, leveraging his extensive experience to guide and support aspiring artists. Furthermore, he was knighted in 2006 for his services to drama, reflecting his enduring impact on the arts.Moreย Jonathan Pryce
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- Age: 57Guto Harri (Welsh pronunciation: [หษกษชtษ.hariห]; born 8 July 1966) is a writer, broadcaster and strategic communications consultant. A former BBC chief political correspondent, in May 2008 he was appointed as communications director for Mayor of London Boris Johnson's administration at London City Hall. He quit Johnson's team when Johnson was re-elected mayor in May 2012 and was confirmed in his role as head of PR at newspaper publisher News International shortly afterwards. He left News UK to become the managing director of external communications at Liberty Global until January 2018.
- Dec. at 83 (1878-1961)Augustus Edwin John (4 January 1878 โ 31 October 1961) was a Welsh painter, draughtsman, and etcher. For a short time around 1910, he was an important exponent of Post-Impressionism in the United Kingdom. He was the brother of the painter Gwen John. "Augustus was celebrated first for his brilliant figure drawings, and then for a new technique of oil sketching. His work was favourably compared in London with that of Gauguin and Matisse. He then developed a style of portraiture that was imaginative and often extravagant, catching an instantaneous attitude in his subjects."
- Age: 82Peter Greenaway, (born 5 April 1942 in Newport, Wales) is a British film director, screenwriter, and artist. His films are noted for the distinct influence of Renaissance and Baroque painting, and Flemish painting in particular. Common traits in his film are the scenic composition and illumination and the contrasts of costume and nudity, nature and architecture, furniture and people, sexual pleasure and painful death.
- Dec. at 25 (1924-1950)Timothy John Evans (20 November 1924 โ 9 March 1950) was a Welshman falsely convicted and hanged for the murder of his wife and infant daughter at their residence at 10 Rillington Place in Notting Hill, London. In January 1950, he was tried for and convicted of the murder of his daughter. He was sentenced to death by hanging, a sentence that was later carried out. During his trial, Evans had accused his downstairs neighbour, John Christie, of committing the murders. Three years after Evans's execution, Christie was found to be a serial killer who had murdered six other women in the same house, including his own wife. Before his execution, Christie confessed to murdering Mrs. Evans. An official inquiry concluded in 1966 that Christie had also murdered Evans's daughter, and Evans was granted a posthumous pardon. The case generated much controversy and is acknowledged as a serious miscarriage of justice. Along with those of Derek Bentley and Ruth Ellis, the case played a major part in the abolition of capital punishment in the United Kingdom for murder in 1965.Moreย Timothy Evans
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- Age: 97Richard Edward Geoffrey Howe, Baron Howe of Aberavon, (20 December 1926 โ 9 October 2015), known from 1970 to 1992 as Sir Geoffrey Howe, was a British Conservative politician. Howe was Margaret Thatcher's longest-serving Cabinet minister, successively holding the posts of Chancellor of the Exchequer, Foreign Secretary, and finally Leader of the House of Commons, Deputy Prime Minister and Lord President of the Council. His resignation on 1 November 1990 is widely considered by the British press to have precipitated Thatcher's own resignation three weeks later.
- Age: 85Owen John Thomas (born in Cardiff, 1939) is a former Plaid Cymru politician who represented the South Wales Central region in the National Assembly for Wales from 1999 to 2007.
- Age: 84Peter Gill (born 7 September 1939) is a Welsh theatre director, playwright and actor. He was born in Cardiff to George John and Margaret Mary (nรฉe Browne) Gill, and educated at St Illtyd's College, Cardiff.
- Age: 49John Hartson (born 5 April 1975) is a Welsh former professional footballer who played as a striker, notably for Scottish club Celtic and Wales. Hartson is currently a pundit for S4C and BT Sport. Hartson also played in the Premier League with Arsenal, West Ham United, Wimbledon, Coventry City and West Bromwich Albion, and in the Football League for Luton Town and Norwich City. Hartson earned 51 international caps for Wales, scoring 14 goals. After retiring from playing, he held the position of head coach for Wales's strikers.
- Age: 38Marina Lambrini Diamandis (born 10 October 1985), known mononymously as Marina (stylised as MARINA) and previously by the stage name Marina and the Diamonds, is a British singer-songwriter. Born in Brynmawr and raised in Abergavenny, she moved to London as a teenager to become a professional singer, despite having little formal musical experience. In 2009, Diamandis came to prominence upon placing second in the BBC's Sound of 2010. Her debut studio album, The Family Jewels (2010), incorporates indie pop and new wave musical styles. It entered the UK Albums Chart at number five and was certified gold by the British Phonographic Industry. The album's second single, "Hollywood", peaked at number 12 on the UK Singles Chart. Her follow-up record Electra Heart (2012) is a concept album about a character of the same name. It integrates elements of electropop, and its producers include StarGate, Dr. Luke, and Diplo. It became her first number-one project in the UK, where it was also certified gold, and its lead single "Primadonna" is her highest-charting track in the UK Singles Chart, reaching number 11. Diamandis describes Electra Heart as "tongue-in-cheek" and considers it to have been better received in the United States, while some British fans disliked the change in musical direction.Diamandis's synthpop-inspired third studio album Froot (2015) became her third top-ten album in the UK, and her first top-ten entry on the US Billboard 200, where it charted at number 8. Produced entirely by Diamandis and David Kosten, it was praised for its cohesive sound and introspective lyrical content. The album spawned five singles: "Froot", "Happy", "I'm a Ruin", "Forget" and "Blue". Diamandis's fourth studio album Love + Fear was released on 26 April 2019, preceded by the singles "Handmade Heaven", "Superstar", "Orange Trees" and "To Be Human". The album charted at number 5 on the UK album chart.Moreย MARINA
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