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Freddie Mercury
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Singer

Freddie Mercury British Singer (1946–1991)

Freddie Mercury · singer-songwriter and guitarist · British

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Biography

Freddie Mercury was a British singer from Zanzibar City. He died on 24 November 1991 at the age of 45. He was a member of Queen (1970–1991).

He had 12 albums and 14 singles on record, released between 1976 and 2019. His listed releases run from Man from Manhattan (1976) to Never Boring (2019). His music is listed under hard rock and glam rock. Instruments on record include guitar and piano. Columbia Records is listed as his label.

On screen, the records list 3 credits, among them Queen at Wembley (1990) and Hungarian Rhapsody: Queen Live in Budapest (1987). Among his notable work are Bohemian Rhapsody, We Are the Champions and Love of My Life.

He collected one award, with one nomination also listed. Listed wins are Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award.

Groups and bands

  • Queen1970–1991

Discography

26 releases
YearTitleType
2019Never BoringAlbum
2016Messenger of the Gods: The Singles CollectionAlbum
2006Lover of Life, Singer of SongsAlbum
2000SoloAlbum
2000The Solo CollectionAlbum
2000The Video CollectionAlbum
1995In NuceAlbum
1993RemixesAlbum
1992In My DefenceSingle
1992The Freddie Mercury AlbumAlbum
1992The Great PretenderAlbum
1989Guide Me HomeSingle
1989How Can I Go OnSingle
1988BarcelonaAlbum
1988The Golden BoySingle
Show all 26 releases
YearTitleType
1987BarcelonaSingle
1987The Great PretenderSingle
1986Hold On / A Change Is Gonna ComeSingle
1986TimeSingle
1985I Was Born to Love YouSingle
1985Living on My OwnSingle
1985Love Me Like There's No TomorrowSingle
1985Made in HeavenSingle
1985Mr. Bad GuyAlbum
1984Love KillsSingle
1976Man from ManhattanSingle

Awards and nominations

1 won, 1 nominated
YearAwardForResult
Grammy Lifetime Achievement AwardWon
1985Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Original SongLove KillsNominated

Filmography

8 credits
YearTitleRoleType
2018Bohemian RhapsodyFreddie Mercury, Self (archive footage)Film
2004Queen on Fire – Live at the BowlFilm
2003Greatest Video Hits 2Film
2002Greatest Video Hits 1Film
1992We Are the Champions: Final Live in JapanFilm
1990Queen at WembleyFilm
1987Hungarian Rhapsody: Queen Live in BudapestFilm
1982We Will Rock YouFilm

Personal life

He had one child on record. Education on record includes Ealing Art College (graphic design), finishing in 1969; St. Peter's Boys School; and University of West London.

Freddie Mercury on Social Media

Instagram @freddiemercury

Freddie Mercury Photos

Freddie Mercury
Photo: Freddie_Mercury_performing_in_New_Haven,_CT,_November_1978.jpg: *FreddieMercurySinging21978.jpg: Carl Lender derivative work: Lošmi derivative work: Morn (talk) · CC BY-SA 3.0
Freddie Mercury
Photo: Garcia1865 · CC BY-SA 4.0

Frequently asked questions

How old was Freddie Mercury at the time of death?

Freddie Mercury died on 24 November 1991 at the age of 45. He was born on 5 September 1946.

What is Freddie Mercury known for?

Freddie Mercury was known as a former member of Queen.

What is Freddie Mercury’s nationality?

Freddie Mercury was British, born in Zanzibar City.

Has Freddie Mercury won any awards?

Yes. Freddie Mercury won Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award.

Sources

  • Wikidata (Q15869), accessed October 2026
  • Photo: Carl Lender · CC BY-SA 3.0

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