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Who is Andrew Ridgeley? Andrew Ridgeley Biography and Wiki

Andrew Ridgeley, born Andrew John Ridgeley is an English singer, songwriter, and record producer who was born on 26th January 1963 in Windlesham, Surrey, England. Ridgeley is well known for his work in the 1980s as a member of the musical duo Wham! Andrew has unveiled his first book ‘Wham! George Michael and Me A Memoir.’

Andrew Ridgeley Age and Birthday

Ridgeley is 73 years old as of 2020, he was born on January 26, 1963, in Windlesham, Surrey, England.  Ridgeley celebrates his birthday on January 26th every year.  Andrew will be 74 years old on Jan. 26th 2021.

Andrew Ridgeley Height and Weight

Ridgeley is a man of average stature. He stands at a height of 6 feet and inches (1.82 meters). He also weighs 158 lbs (72 kgs).

Andrew Ridgeley Education

He studied and graduated from Bushey Meads School.

Andrew Ridgeley Parents

Ridgeley’s mother is Jennifer John and his father is Alberto Mario Zacharia. Andrew Ridgeley Son Of Albert. Andrew’s father later changed his surname to Ridgeley. His mother is Scottish and his father is of Italian and Egyptian descent.

Andrew Ridgeley Wife  

Andrew was in a relationship with  Keren Woodward but separated for the second time after 27 years. Ridgeley and Woodward were not married. His over a two-decade partner, Keren Woodward, is an English pop singer and songwriter. She also created a British girl group Bananarama, together with Sara Dallin and Siobhan Fahey.

Andrew Ridgeley Keren Woodward

Andrew and Keren initially split in 2015. They soon rekindled the flames of their romance but unfortunately split for the second time in November 2017. The two first met in the late Eighties but only started dating in 1990 after Wham disbanded.

In 1994, the couple moved away from the London scene after Andrew failed to make a success of a solo career. The two lived together for more than two decades in the 15th century Cornish farmhouse.

Andrew Ridgeley Gay

Andrew is not gay as per the numerous suspicions, he has been in relationships with women. He had a long-time partner Keren Woodward, an English pop singer, and songwriter and founding member of the British girl group Bananarama. Keren and Andrew split in November 2017.

Andrew Ridgeley Children

Andrew has no kids. He had a long relationship with Keren Woodward but did not have children with her.

Andrew Ridgeley Net Worth

The famous singer has an estimated net worth of $30 million as of 2019.  Ridgeley’s major source of income is his music albums. He is famous for the 1980s for the musical duo Wham.

Andrew Ridgeley Measurements and Facts

Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Ridgeley.

Andrew Ridgeley

Andrew Ridgeley Bio and Wiki

  • Full Names: Andrew John Ridgeley
  • Popular As: Andrew Ridgeley
  • Gender: Male
  • Occupation / Profession: Singer and Author
  • Nationality: British
  • Race / Ethnicity: Not Available
  • Religion:  Not Known
  • Sexual Orientation: Straight

Andrew Ridgeley Birthday

  • Age / How Old?: 57 years (2020)
  • Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
  • Date of Birth: January 26, 1963
  • Place of Birth: Windlesham, Surrey, England
  • Birthday: January 26

Andrew Ridgeley Body Measurements

  • Body Measurements: Not Available
  • Height / How Tall?: 1.82 m
  • Weight: 72 kg( 158 lb)
  • Eye Color:  Not Available
  • Hair Color: Not Available
  • Shoe Size: Not Available

Andrew Ridgeley Family and Relationship

  • Father (Dad): Alberto Mario Ridgeley
  • Mother: Jennifer John
  • Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Not Known
  • Marital Status: Single
  • Wife/Spouse:  Not Available
  • Dating / Girlfriend: Single
  • Children:  Sons ( None) Daughter(s) (None)

Andrew Ridgeley Networth and Salary

  • Net Worth: $30 million
  • Salary: Under Review
  • Source of Income: Singer and Author

Andrew Ridgeley House and Cars

  • Place of living: To be Updated
  • Cars: Car Brand to be Updated

Andrew Ridgeley Career

Michael and Ridgeley formed Wham after years of playing in different music groups, the most notable being the Executive! They then approached different record labels with a home-made tape (which took 10 minutes to record in the living room of Ridgeley) and signed with Innervision Records. Following the first album, the band left Innervision and signed with CBS.

Andrew Ridgeley Wham

Wham! Wham! They were the English pop duo of George Michael and Ridgeley, which was formed in London in 1981. Wham was influenced by funk and soul music and presenting themselves as disaffected youth, and released their first album Fantastic in 1983 addressing the problem of unemployment and teen anxiety about adulthood in the United Kingdom.

Their second studio album Make It Big in 1984 was a pop smash hit worldwide, charting number one in both the United Kingdom and the United States. The singles from the “Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go” album, “Everything She Wants” and “Careless Whisper” all overtook the US Billboard Hot 100 chart.

Andrew Ridgeley Wham! George Michael and Me A Memoir

Ridgeley’s memoir is titled, Wham!: George Michael and Me, a shining affirmation to his status in the pop duo Wham!. Wham soul-tinged songs were some of the MTV era’s most resounding moments.

This is Ridgeley’s first book which looks back on the pop stardom musical era with George Michael. The charming writer makes a vivid painting of the pair first meeting. The book then reminisces the friendship between George and Ridgeley that took them around the world. They bonded while recording and drum set that was in Michael’s bedroom. The pair attended concerts by Queen and Genesis and watched the UK chart show Top of the Pops.

Ridgeley writes with nostalgia how the pair dealt with the first taste of fame. The pair first single was released before either of them turned 20. in June 1986, the duo performed their final show at Wembley Stadium when George had just turned 23 and Ridgeley hit the mark a few months after.

Andrew Ridgeley Book

The book focuses on Michael with Ridgeley telling his side of Wham story. It reminds readers of George’s songwriting genius that is often overlooked by pop averse critics and taken for granted by listeners who are satisfied by the fulfilling riches of the eighties. The book is a loving tribute to a friend and an innocent pop era.

Andrew Ridgeley Paperback Version Of Wham!: George Michael and Me is Out

Ridgeley has released the paperback version of WhamGeorgeandme. In his interview, Ridgeley leaves his fans feeling backwards at his revelation of his relationship with George Michael.

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Andrew Ridgeley House Wadebridge

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Andrew resides near Wadebridge, Cornwall, England, in restored 15th-century farm property. He shared this property with his former partner Keren Woodward, a member of the group Bananarama.

Andrew Ridgeley Songs

  • Baby Jane
  • Big Machine
  • Careless Whisper feat. George Michael / Wham!
  • Flame
  • Hangin’
  • Kiss Me
  • Last Christmas feat. Wham!
  • Spotify
  • Mexico
  • Price of Love
  • Don Everly / Phil Everly
  • Red Dress
  • Shake
  • Shake (Hardcore)

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Frequently Asked Questions About Andrew Ridgeley

Who is Andrew Ridgeley?

Ridgeley is an English singer, songwriter, and record producer born 26 January 1963 in Windlesham, Surrey, England.

How old is Andrew Ridgeley?

Ridgeley is an English national born on 26th January 1963, in Windlesham, Surrey, England. He is 57 years old as of January 26th, 2020.

How tall is Andrew Ridgeley?

Ridgeley’s stands at a height of 1.82 meters.

Is Andrew Ridgeley married?

No, he split with Keren Woodward in November 2017. Ridgeley and Keren Woodward were in a partnership for 27 years.

Who Is Andrew Ridgeley Married to?

Ridgeley married his lovely wife Keren Woodward. Ridgeley and Keren split in November 2017.

How much is Andrew Ridgeley worth?

He has an accomplished singing career with an estimated net worth of $ 30 million. He is best known from the 1980s for the musical duo Wham.

Where does Andrew Ridgeley live?

Ridgeley currently resides near Wadebridge, Cornwall, England, in restored 15th-century farm property.

Is Andrew Ridgeley ill?

Ridgeley is still in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.

Is Ridgeley dead or alive?

Ridgeley is still alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him/her being sick or having any health-related issues.

Is Andrew Ridgeley Gay?

Andrew is not gay as he had an over two-decade partnership with his partner Keren Woodward, an English pop singer and songwriter and founding member of the British girl group Bananarama.

Does Andrew Ridgeley Have Children?

Although Ridgeley had a long time relationship with Keren Woodward for 27 years, he does not have kids.

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