Barry Gibb facts: Bee Gees singer's age, family, wife, children and career revealed

13 June 2024, 20:33 | Updated: 13 June 2024, 21:22

Barry Gibb, the iconic singer, songwriter, and producer, stands as one of the most influential figures in music history.

As the co-founder and leading creative force behind the Bee Gees, Gibb’s remarkable career spans over six decades, characterized by a distinctive falsetto voice and a versatile songwriting prowess.

From the Bee Gees’ early rock and roll hits to their era-defining contributions to the disco movement with the Saturday Night Fever soundtrack, Barry Gibb has left an unforgettable impact on popular music.

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Beyond his work with the Bee Gees, Gibb’s collaborations with other artists and his solo projects continue to showcase his enduring talent and passion for music.

1. How old is Barry Gibb and where was he born?

   

   As of 2024, Barry Gibb is 77 years old, having been born on September 1, 1946. He was born in Douglas, Isle of Man.

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   Barry Gibb's parents were Hugh Gibb and Barbara Gibb. He had four siblings: two brothers, Robin and Maurice, who were his bandmates in the Bee Gees, and another brother, Andy Gibb, who also had a successful solo music career. He also has a sister named Lesley Gibb.

   He grew up in Chorlton-cum-Hardy, Manchester, England, before the family moved to Redcliffe, a suburb of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, in 1958. This move marked the beginning of the Gibb brothers' musical career.

2. When did he form the Bee Gees?

   

   Barry Gibb formed the Bee Gees with his brothers Robin and Maurice in 1958.

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   The band initially started performing in Redcliffe, Queensland, Australia, and gained local popularity before achieving international success in the late 1960s and throughout the 1970s.

3. What songs has he written?

   

   Bee Gees - Stayin' Alive (Official Music Video)

   Barry Gibb has written numerous songs, both as a member of the Bee Gees and in collaboration with other artists. Some of the most notable songs he has written include:

   Bee Gees Hits

   1. 'Stayin' Alive'

   2. 'How Deep Is Your Love'

   3. 'Night Fever'

   4. 'Tragedy'

   5. 'Jive Talkin''

   6. 'To Love Somebody'

   7. 'Massachusetts'

   8. 'Words'

   9. 'Too Much Heaven'

   10. 'You Should Be Dancing'

   Songs Written for Other Artists

   1. 'Islands in the Stream' (Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton)

   2. 'Guilty' (Barbra Streisand)

   3. 'Woman in Love' (Barbra Streisand)

   4. 'Chain Reaction' (Diana Ross)

   5. 'Emotion' (Samantha Sang, later covered by Destiny's Child)

   6. 'Heartbreaker' (Dionne Warwick)

   7. 'Grease' (Frankie Valli)

   8. 'If I Can't Have You' (Yvonne Elliman)

4. Who is Barry Gibb's wife and how many children does he have?

   

   Barry Gibb's wife is Linda Gray, a former Miss Edinburgh.

   They married on September 1, 1970. Together, they have five children: Stephen, Ashley, Travis, Michael, and Alexandra.