Deborah (Debbie) Harry

Debbie Harry is an iconic singer and actress, known for her role as the lead singer of the influential new wave band Blondie.

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Profession :

New Wave Singer

Birthday :

July 1, 1945

Star Sign :

Cancer

Age :

79

Birthplace :

Miami, Florida

Deborah Ann “Debbie” Harry, born on July 1, 1945, in Miami, Florida, is an American singer, songwriter, and actress best known as the lead singer of the new wave band Blondie. Raised in Hawthorne, New Jersey, Harry studied art at Centenary College for Women but dropped out after a year.

In the early 1970s, Harry began her music career, performing with various bands in New York City. In 1974, she co-founded Blondie with guitarist Chris Stein. The band released their debut album in 1976 and achieved international success with hits like “Heart of Glass,” “Call Me,” and “Rapture.” Blondie disbanded in 1982 but reunited in 1997 and continues to tour and record.

Throughout their career, Blondie has sold over 40 million records worldwide and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2006. Harry has also had a successful solo career, releasing several albums and collaborating with other artists. Some of her notable awards include a Grammy Award for Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal for “Call Me” in 1981, a Brit Award for Best International Female Artist in 1981, and an MTV Video Music Award for Best Female Video for “Rapture” in 1981.

Harry has been in a long-term relationship with Chris Stein since the early days of Blondie. She is an advocate for animal rights and has worked with various animal welfare organizations. Before joining Blondie, Harry was a Playboy Bunny. She is a fan of science fiction and has appeared in several sci-fi films, including “Videodrome” (1983) and “The Adventures of Ford Fairlane” (1990). In addition to her music and acting career, Harry is a talented artist and has had several art exhibitions.

In 2022, Blondie released their eleventh studio album, “Pollinator,” which received positive reviews from critics and debuted at number four on the Billboard 200 chart. The band continues to tour extensively and has several upcoming concert dates scheduled for 2023. With her iconic style and powerful voice, Deborah “Debbie” Harry remains a prominent figure in the world of music and entertainment.