Chris Hadfield Canadian Singer Born 1959 in Sarnia
Chris Hadfield · astronaut and executive producer · Canadian
Known for
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Chris Hadfield (29 August 1959, Sarnia) is a Canadian singer. Fans know him as a member of Max Q.
Early life
Schooling on record includes University of Tennessee Space Institute (Master of Science, aviation), finishing in 1992; University of Waterloo (Master of Engineering, mechanical engineering), finishing in 1983; and Royal Military College of Canada (Bachelor of Engineering, mechanical engineering), finishing in 1982.
Career
He works mainly in science fiction. He is listed as playing guitar.
Chris Hadfield also appears on screen in The Truth Is in the Stars (2017). The YouTube account had 1.1M subscribers when last counted in March 2025. His other notable work includes Chris Hadfield: What I learned from going blind in space and performance of 'Space Oddity' during ISS Expedition 35.
Recognition
Among his honours is the Canada's Walk of Fame, won in 2018. Other wins include the Order of Ontario (1996) and two honorary doctorate awards (1996 and 1999). His awards record shows 10 wins.
Public roles
He began serving as ISS Expedition commander in 2013. His listed affiliations include Canadian Space Agency.
Personal life
He has one child on record.
Groups and bands
- Max Q
Awards and nominations
10 won, 0 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Canada's Walk of Fame | Won | |
| 2015 | Officer of the Order of Canada | Won | |
| 2013 | Meritorious Service Cross | civilian | Won |
| 2012 | Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal | Won | |
| 2002 | NASA Exceptional Service Medal | Won | |
| 2002 | Queen Elizabeth II Golden Jubilee Medal | Won | |
| 2001 | Meritorious Service Cross | Won | |
| 1999 | honorary doctorate | Won | |
| 1996 | honorary doctorate | Won | |
| 1996 | Order of Ontario | Won |
Filmography
1 credit| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | The Truth Is in the Stars | self | Film |
Chris Hadfield Photos
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Photo: NASA · Public domain -
Photo: Victor R. Ruiz from Arinaga, Canary Islands, Spain · CC BY 2.0 -
Photo: NASA on The Commons · No restrictions
Frequently asked questions
How old is Chris Hadfield?
Chris Hadfield is 67 years old, born on 29 August 1959 in Sarnia.
What is Chris Hadfield known for?
Chris Hadfield is known as a member of Max Q.
What is Chris Hadfield’s nationality?
Chris Hadfield is Canadian, born in Sarnia.
Has Chris Hadfield won any awards?
Yes. 10 awards are on record, including Canada's Walk of Fame (2018).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q1076962), accessed October 2026
- Follower counts: dated individually above
- YouTube: video titles and publish dates
- Photo: Robert Markowitz · Public domain
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