Harry Styles
English singer, songwriter and actor who rose with One Direction and became a global solo star with hits like As It Was*.
About
Harry Styles is an English artist known for music that bridges pop and rock and for a steadily expanding screen career. He first appeared on the UK series The X Factor in 2010 as part of One Direction before moving into solo work. His debut solo album arrived in 2017, followed by Fine Line in 2019 and Harry’s House in 2022.
As a solo performer he has achieved major chart success, including the worldwide performance of the single* As It Was, which led global streaming in 2022. He has toured arenas and stadiums internationally and co‑chaired the 2019 Met Gala. His acting work includes a feature debut in Christopher Nolan’s Dunkirk and lead roles in Don’t Worry Darling and My Policeman. He also founded the lifestyle brand Pleasing in 2021.
Across music, touring, film and business ventures, Styles has built a profile that spans charts, cinema and fashion while maintaining a strong global fan base.
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Early Life
Harry Edward Styles was born on February 1, 1994, in Redditch, Worcestershire, England. He later lived in Holmes Chapel, Cheshire, and attended Holmes Chapel Comprehensive School. He sang in a local band called White Eskimo while at school and took part‑time work at W. Mandeville Bakery in the village.
In April 2010 he auditioned for the UK series The X Factor. After bootcamp he was placed into a group that became One Direction. His background and early activities in Holmes Chapel, including school music and part‑time work, were widely documented by UK and international media and reference sites.
Key Milestones
Career Overview
Styles’ career began publicly on The X Factor in 2010 when he and four other contestants were grouped as One Direction. The band finished third that year and went on to global touring and releases before pausing activities in 2016. He launched his solo career with the single Sign of the Times in April 2017 and released his self‑titled debut album in May 2017.
He made his feature film debut in July 2017 in Christopher Nolan’s Dunkirk. His second album, Fine Line, arrived in December 2019. From 2021 to 2023 he staged the Love On Tour run, which encompassed 169 shows and ranked among the highest‑grossing tours of 2023. His third album, Harry’s House, was released in May 2022, led by the single As It Was, which topped charts in numerous countries and dominated global streaming in 2022.
At the 65th Annual Grammy Awards on Feb 5, 2023 he won Album of the Year and Best Pop Vocal Album for Harry’s House, adding to his earlier Grammy for Best Pop Solo Performance for Watermelon Sugar. On screen in 2022 he starred in Don’t Worry Darling and My Policeman. He also launched Pleasing in 2021 as a beauty and lifestyle brand.
Frequently Asked Questions
Harry Styles, an English singer, songwriter, and actor, was born on February 1, 1994, and is currently 29 years old. He is best known as a member of the boy band One Direction and for his successful solo career, which has yielded an array of chart-topping singles such as "Sign of the Times," "Watermelon Sugar," and "Adore You."
Harry Styles has an estimated net worth of $75M. He achieved success as a member of the boy band One Direction, as well as his solo music career. His wealth comes from music albums he has released, tours, endorsements, and other endeavors.