Tony Hadley
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- June 2, 1960 in Islington, London, England, UK
- Active Years
- 1951–2024 (74 Years)
- Total Credits
- 52 credits in database
Biography
Anthony Patrick Hadley is an English pop singer, songwriter, actor, and radio presenter born on June 2, 1960, in Islington, London. He rose to fame in the 1980s as the lead vocalist of the New Romantic band Spandau Ballet. Hadley attended school with future bandmates Gary Kemp, John Keeble, Steve Norman, Richard Miller, and Martin Kemp. He became the lead singer of the group known as the Makers in 1978. Following the split of Spandau Ballet in 1990, Hadley launched a solo career. He returned to the band in 2009 before departing again in 2017. His acting credits include the 2011 film Shoot The DJ. In 2013, he participated in a record-breaking performance for Comic Relief on a Boeing 767.
Career overview
Anthony Patrick Hadley is an English pop singer, songwriter, actor, and radio presenter born on June 2, 1960, in Islington, London. He rose to fame in the 1980s as the lead vocalist of the New Romantic and new wave band Spandau Ballet. Hadley attended school with future bandmates Gary Kemp, John Keeble, Steve Norman, Richard Miller, and Martin Kemp. In 1978, he became the lead singer of the group known as the Makers, which eventually evolved into Spandau Ballet. Following the band's split in 1990, Hadley launched a solo career. He returned to the band in 2009 before departing again in 2017, after which he began touring regularly.
Beyond his musical career, Hadley has pursued work as an actor and radio presenter. In 2011, he starred in the movie Shoot The DJ, a project that also featured Ricky and Kim Wilde. In 2013, he participated in a charity event for Comic Relief alongside Kim Wilde, Bananarama, and Go West. During this event, the group set a world record for the highest ever gig by performing on a Boeing 767 aeroplane at an altitude of 43,000 feet. Known for his expressive voice and vocal range, Hadley has been recognized for his contributions to both music and stage acting. He holds the title of MBE.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
52 titles- I'm a Celebrity... Unpacked (2024) as Self
- The Making of Do They Know It's Christmas? (2024) as Self
- GialappaShow (2023)
- WHAM! (2023) as Self (archive footage)
- StraMorgan (2023) as Self
- TV Story Superstar (2020) as Self (archive footage)
- In2ruders (2018) as crooner
- Michael McIntyre's Big Show (2016) as Self - Music
- Tony Hadley. Estival Jazz Lugano 2016 (2016)
- Spandau Ballet - LIVE at Wiltern Theatre (2015) as Self
- Good Morning Britain (2014) as Self
- Soul Boys of the Western World (2014) as Self - Vocals, Spandau Ballet
- Spandau Ballet: True Gold (2014) as Self
- Through the Keyhole (2013) as Self
- Christmas Carols on ITV (2012) as Self - Co-host
- The Michael Ball Show (2010) as Self
- Spandau Ballet: The Reformation Tour 2009 - Live at the O2 (2010) as Self
- Shoot the DJ (2010)
- O Melhor do Flash Back - 92 Clipes Para Recordar (2009) as Self (archive footage)
- Celebrity Juice (2008) as Self
- Daily Cooks Challenge (2008)
- Spandau Ballet - Gold: The Best Video of (2008) as Self
- Benidorm (2007) as Himself
- The One Show (2006) as Self
- Celebrity Masterchef (2006)
- Girls and Boys - Sex and British Pop (2005) as Self
- Live Aid: 20 Years Ago Today (2005) as Self
- Live Eighties (2004) as Self
- Larry presents: Best of The 80s (2004) as Self
- Back To The 80's - Live In Concert (2004) as Self (archive footage)
- Reborn in the USA (2003) as Self
- Ant & Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway (2002) as Self - Singalong Live
- I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! (2002) as Self
- Searching for Roger Taylor (2000) as Self
- Loose Women (1999) as Self
- Where Are They Now? (1999) as Self
- Never Mind the Buzzcocks (1996) as Self
- Ready, Steady, Cook (1994) as Self - Guest
- Spandau Ballet: Live from the N.E.C. (1990) as Self
- Nelson Mandela 70th Birthday Tribute (1988) as Self
- Prince's Trust Rock Gala - Volume 2 (1987) as Self
- ZDF-Fernsehgarten (1986) as Self
- Spandau Ballet - Live from the N.E.C. (1986) as Self
- Live Aid (1985) as Self
- 'Do They Know It's Christmas?' - The Story Of The Official Band Aid Video (1984) as Self
- Champs-Elysées (1982) as Self - Spandau Ballet
- Wogan (1982) as Self
- The Kenny Everett Television Show (1982) as Self
- Steppin' Out (1979) as Self
- The BRIT Awards (1977) as Self
- Sanremo Music Festival (1951) as Self - Guest Artist
- BBC Radio 2 Piano Room
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Tony Hadley best known for?
Tony Hadley is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including GialappaShow (2023), Michael McIntyre's Big Show (2016), Through the Keyhole (2013), Cooking with Paris (2021).
When and where was Tony Hadley born?
Tony Hadley was born on June 2, 1960 in Islington, London, England, UK.
How many credits does Tony Hadley have?
Tony Hadley has accumulated over 52 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1951 to 2024.
What is Tony Hadley's background in cinema and television?
Anthony Patrick Hadley is an English pop singer, songwriter, actor, and radio presenter born on June 2, 1960, in Islington, London. He rose to fame in the 1980s as the lead vocalist of the New Romantic band Spandau Ballet. Hadley attended school with future bandmates Gary Kemp, John Keeble, Steve Norman, Richard Miller...
Tony Hadley by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- The BRIT Awards (1977) as Self — aged about 17
- Ready, Steady, Cook (1994) as Self - Guest — aged about 34
- Live Aid (1985) as Self — aged about 25
- Sanremo Music Festival (1951) as Self - Guest Artist — aged about 8
- GialappaShow (2023) — aged about 63
- Benidorm (2007) as Himself — aged about 47
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