Chrissie Hynde

Quick Facts

Full Name	Chrissie Hynde
Occupation	Pop Singer
Date Of Birth	Sep 7, 1951(1951-09-07)
Age	73
Birthplace	Akron
Country	United States
Birth City	Ohio
Horoscope	Virgo

Chrissie Hynde Biography

Chrissie Hynde is one of the most popular and richest Pop Singer who was born on September 7, 1951 in Akron, Ohio, United States. Singer as well as songwriter and the creator of the group known as the new wave The Pretenders, the group which released the number one hit “I’ve Got You Babe” in the year 1985.

She once had a request for She once asked Sid Vicious to marry to her so that he could get a work permit. to get married to her so that she could obtain an employment permit.

Hynde became interested in hippie counterculture, Eastern mysticism, and vegetarianism. While attending Kent State University’s Art School for three years, she joined a band called Sat. Sun. Mat., which included Mark Mothersbaugh, later of Devo. Hynde was also caught up in the Kent State Massacre on May 4, 1970 in which the boyfriend of one of her friends was among the four victims.

Hynde moved to London in 1973. With her art background, she landed a job in an architectural firm but left after eight months. It was then that she met rock journalist Nick Kent and landed a position at the music magazine, the NME, writing what she subsequently described as “half-baked philosophical drivel and nonsensical tirades.” However, this proved not to last and Hynde later got a job at Malcolm McLaren and Vivienne Westwood’s then-little-known clothing store, SEX. At one point she tried to convince Johnny Rotten and then Sid Vicious (of the Sex Pistols, who were managed by McLaren) to marry her, just in order for her to get a work permit. Hynde’s version of this episode has it that Rotten “offered to go to a registry office with me and do the unmentionable” but when he subsequently pulled out, Vicious volunteered to take his place. Upon arrival at the registry office the following morning, they found it “closed for an extended holiday” and were unable to attend the following day due to Vicious making a court appearance. Hynde then attempted to start a band in France before her return to Cleveland in 1975.

The couple was Jim Kerr from 1984 to 1990, and Lucho Brieva between 1997 until 2002. She has two daughters , Yasmin as well as Natalie.

Chrissie Hynde Net Worth

Chrissie Hynde is one of the richest Pop Singer from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Chrissie Hynde 's net worth $12 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

She was a fervent believer in hippie counterculture, vegetarianism and eastern mysticism attending Kent State University.

She was the former singer of The Frenchies, but moved the band name to The Pretenders, whose first songs comprised “Brass in the Pocket.”

Christine Ellen “Chrissie” Hynde (born September 7, 1951) is an American singer-songwriter and musician. She is a founding member and the guitarist, lead vocalist, and primary songwriter of the rock band the Pretenders, as well as its only constant member.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Chrissie Hynde height 5 ft 8 in Chrissie weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Chrissie Hynde Dating?

According to our records, Chrissie Hynde married to Lucho Brieva , Jim Kerr. As of December 1, 2023, Chrissie Hynde’s is not dating anyone.

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Hynde also spent a short time with the Moors Murderers in 1978. Named after a pair of child-killers, the band consisted of future Visage front man Steve Strange on vocals, Vince Ely on drums, and Mark Ryan (a.k.a. The Kid) and Hynde on guitar. The band’s name alone was enough to start controversy and she soon distanced herself from the group, as noted in NME. Hynde said, “I’m not in the group, I only rehearsed with them”. She stated that “Steve Strange and Soo Catwoman had the idea for the group, and asked me to help them out on guitar, which I did, even though I was getting my own group together and still am.”

Facts & Trivia

Chrissie Ranked on the list of most popular Pop Singer. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Chrissie Hynde celebrates birthday on September 7 of every year.

“I saw her play in Central Park [in August 1980, performing with the Pretenders]. She was amazing: the only woman I’d seen in performance where I thought, yeah, she’s got balls, she’s awesome! … It gave me courage, inspiration, to see a woman with that kind of confidence in a man’s world.”

Does Chrissie Hynde still perform?

She spent a few years traveling between England, France and Akron, trying to get musical projects off the ground. In 1978, after landing a professional manager, she put together the first lineup for the Pretenders. Though the band is still performing, Hynde is the only remaining original member.

Did Chrissie Hynde appear in friends?

Hynde has always excelled at covers, whether it’s the Ramones’ “Something to Believe In” or Neil Young’s “The Needle and the Damage Done.” She even appeared on Season Two of Friends for a cover of Chip Taylor’s “Angel of the Morning,” from the episode “The One With the Baby On the Bus.”

Who did Chrissie Hynde have a baby with?

She married Lucho Brieva in 1997 and divorced in 2002. The singer has a daughter with Ray Davies. Her daughter was arrested in 2013. Being born on September 07 1951, Chrissie Hynde is 69 years old as of today’s date 24th January 2021.

What nationality is Chrissie Hynde?

American

Who is Chrissie in pistol?

Sydney Chandler stars as Chrissie Hynde. Born in Akron, Ohio, Chrissie has embarked on her U.K. odyssey out of love for English music. Smart, strong, tough and talented – she’s fiercely determined to succeed.