Russell Watson

Quick Facts

Full Name	Russell Watson
Occupation	Pop Singer
Date Of Birth	Nov 24, 1966(1966-11-24)
Age	58
Birthplace	Salford Priors
Country	United Kingdom
Birth City	England
Horoscope	Scorpio

Russell Watson Biography

Russell Watson is one of the most popular and richest Pop Singer who was born on November 24, 1966 in Salford Priors, England, United Kingdom. An English singer, whose debut album The Voice released in 2001. He also released Finding My Voice, an autobiography. He was awarded Album of the Year in 2001 at the Classical BRIT Awards and the next year.

He performed “Where My Heart Will Go Me”, which was composed by He performed the song “Where My Heart Will Take Me,” which was written by Diane Warren..

Russell Watson (born 24 November 1966) is an English tenor who has released singles and albums of both operatic-style and pop songs, had been singing since he was a child, and became known after performing at a working men’s club. He came to attention in 1999 when he sang “God Save the Queen” at the Rugby League Challenge Cup Final at Wembley Stadium, “Barcelona” at the last match of the Premiership season between Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur at Old Trafford and a full set of songs at the 1999 UEFA Champions League Final in Barcelona between Manchester United and Bayern Munich.

The turning point in his career came one night at an engagement at Wigan Road Working Men’s Club, when the secretary suggested that he try singing “Nessun dorma” from Puccini’s Turandot. Although Russell Watson was not a classically trained singer, he continued to perform the aria, and was encouraged to try other classical pieces. In 1990 he won a Search for a Star contest organised by Manchester’s Piccadilly Radio.

Two daughters from his previous marriage are his. He married Louise Harris in 2015.

Russell Watson Net Worth

Russell Watson is one of the richest Pop Singer from United Kingdom. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Russell Watson 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He would cover songs by To support his family early in his singing career, he would perform covers of such artists as Elvis Presley and MC Hammer at North West England clubs. to support his family at the beginning of his singing career.

He was at Wembley Stadium’s opening game of Rugby League Challenge Cup.

Watson was born on 24 November 1966. Although he had been singing since he was a child, he never sought a career as a professional singer. He attended Irlam Endowed Primary School and Irlam and Cadishead High School which he left with no GCEs. He then began work on a Youth Opportunities Programme as a bolt- cutter in Irlam, near Manchester. Then married and with a baby, he began to earn extra cash singing Elvis Presley and other covers in North West clubs to help support his young family.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

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Who is Russell Watson Dating?

According to our records, Russell Watson married to Louise Harris , Helen Watson. As of December 1, 2023, Russell Watson’s is not dating anyone.

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In 2001, Watson sang the opening theme of Star Trek: Enterprise, “Where My Heart Will Take Me”, which was written by Diane Warren. Watson also sang it live at the opening ceremony of the Commonwealth Games in Manchester in 2002. In 2003, the song was remixed to produce a more upbeat version. In August 2007, the song was played as a wake-up call for American Mission Specialist Richard Mastracchio on Space Shuttle Endeavour mission STS-118.

Facts & Trivia

Russell Ranked on the list of most popular Pop Singer. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United Kingdom. Russell Watson celebrates birthday on November 24 of every year.

In late 2004, Watson released the single “Nothing Sacred – A Song for Kirsty” to raise money for the Francis House children’s hospice in Didsbury, Manchester. The campaign to raise £5 million was fronted by Kirsty Howard, a seven-year-old girl with a serious heart defect. The song reached number 17 in the UK Singles Chart.

What illness did Russell Watson have?

Fourteen years ago, in 2006, Watson was diagnosed with a brain tumour. After being successfully treated, he was diagnosed with a second tumour the following year due to a sudden regrowth that led to bleeding in his brain.

Is Russell Watson still performing?

Russell Watson
Years active| 1998–present
Labels| Sony Records (2009–13) Decca (2000–09)
Website| www.russell-watson.com

Did Russell Watson have a brain tumour?

In October 2007, Russell became suddenly incapacitated. An MRI scan showed he had a regrowth of the tumour, with bleeding into his brain. He underwent emergency surgery to remove the tumour in Manchester, and was in a critical condition.

What does Russell Watson look like now?

The classical singer, 53, is currently appearing on I’m A Celeb and living in camp with the likes of Shane Richie, Jessica Plummer and Jordan North , after joining the series as a late arrival alongside Ruthie Henshall.

What type of tumour did Martin Kemp have?

In 1997, Spandau Ballet singer Martin Kemp had pioneering treatment for a brain tumour.