Gareth gates biography

Gareth Gates always knew he wanted to be a performer. As a young boy he was head chorister for Bradford Cathedral Choir, performing solo for the Queen in 1997. He has a natural gift for music and as well as being a faultless vocalist, he plays piano and guitar to a high standard.

In 2002 Gareth was famously runner up to Will Young in the UK's first Pop Idol.

Gareth gates biography

Instead of disappearing into 'Pop Oblivion' he carved out a very successful career for himself, having hits and travelling worldwide.

In the UK alone Gareth sold 3.5 million records, released 3 albums and had 4 UK number 1 singles.

He won record of the year in 2002 with 'Unchained Melody'. He was only beaten for best selling single of the decade by Will Young with the song Evergreen.

Outside of the UK Gareth was awarded Best International Male in 2003/4 from MTV Asia, MTV China and MTV Taiwan.

Gareth has struggled with his speech something that had been a challenge for many years