Sarah Brightman is a world-renowned British soprano, actress and songwriter who captivates audiences with her stunning voice and mesmerizing stage presence.
With a career spanning more than four decades, she has become one of the most successful and sought-after classical crossover artists.
Her role as Christine Daaé in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musical masterpiece The Phantom of the Opera catapulted her to international stardom, and she has been a household name in the music world ever since.
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- – Full name: Sarah Brightman
- – Date of Birth: August 14, 1960
- – Age: 63
- – Gender: Female
- – Birthplace: Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, England
- – Nationality: British
- – Occupation: soprano, actress, songwriter
- – Height: 5 feet 6 inches (168 cm)
- – Parents: Grenville Geoffrey Brightman (1934-1992) and Paula Brightman
- – Siblings: Amelia Brightman
- – Spouse: Andrew Graham Stewart (married 1978-1983) and Andrew Lloyd Webber (married 1984-1990)
- – Children: None
- – Relationship status: Single
- – Net worth: $60 million
Early life and education
Sarah Brightman, 63, was born on August 14, 1960 in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, England, to Grenville Geoffrey Brightman and Paula Brightman. Her father, Grenville Geoffrey Brightman, is a businessman, and her mother, Paula Brightman, is a singer, who encouraged her love of music from an early age.
Brightman began studying dance and piano at the age of three, and later attended Tring Park School of Performing Arts, Elmhurst School of Dance, and the Arts Education School in Chiswick, west London, where she honed her musical and dramatic skills, laying the foundation for her future success.
personal life
Brightman was married twice, first to Andrew Graham-Stewart from 1978 to 1983 and then to Andrew Lloyd Webber from 1984 to 1990. Her marriage to Lloyd Webber was notable for a high-profile divorce amid rumors of an affair, but ended in a huge settlement. Brightman has no children and has devoted her life to her career.
Profession
Brightman began his career as a member of the dance troupe Hot Gossip, and later turned to musicals, starring in Cats and The Phantom of the Opera.
Her iconic role as Christine Daae in The Phantom of the Opera catapulted her to international stardom, and she has since released several successful albums, includingThe trees are growing really tall” and “flying”.
Brightman has collaborated with renowned artists such as Andrea Bocelli and Plácido Domingo and performed at prestigious venues such as the Royal Albert Hall and Carnegie Hall.
Awards
- – Grammy Award nominations: Best New Artist (1987) and Best Female Pop Vocal Performance (1990)
- – Other awards: Won the 1986 Olivier Award for Best Actress in a Musical for her performance in The Phantom of the Opera
net worth
Brightman’s net worth is estimated to be around $60 million, derived from her successful music and theater career as well as lucrative tours and performances.
social media
- – Instagram: @sarahbrightman
- – Twitter: @SarahBrightman
Filmography
- – The Phantom of the Opera (1986)
- – Reunion in the Park (2001)
- – Music of the Night (2006)
Discography
- – The Tree Grows So Tall (1988)
- – Fly (1995)
- – Harem (2003)
- – Winter Symphony (2008)
- – Dream Catcher (2013)
books
- – Sarah Brightman: Elizabeth Gregson: A Biography (2013)
