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Born: 10 January 1945
Sir Rod Stewart has thrilled audiences since the late '60s with his unmistakably raspy voice and global hits like “Maggie May,” “Sailing,” and “Da Ya Think I'm Sexy.” The London native has sold well over 100 million records and was knighted by the Queen in 2016. As a family man with eight children, he regularly makes headlines too.
Also known as: Roderick David Stewart
StarsBonnie Tyler is dead, and international celebrities are saying goodbye. Catherine Zeta-Jones and Rod Stewart recall personal encounters with the singer. Even the Swedish royal house around Carl XVI Gustaf honors the late Welsh singer.
ShowbizConcern for Rod Stewart: The 81-year-old musician had to reach for an oxygen bottle at a concert in Utah because he became dizzy on stage. He finished the performance sitting on a chair. It's not the first health setback in recent weeks.
StarsRock legend Rod Stewart cancels a concert due to illness - and just one day later is sitting cheerfully in the stands at a World Cup match. Many fans react with incomprehension and doubt the singer's illness.
StarsShortly before his performance in California, Rod Stewart had to cancel the concert - for health reasons. In the meantime, the 81-year-old appears to be doing better again.
