Sting Short biography
Gordon Matthew Thomas Sumner, known professionally as Sting, is an English musician, singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, actor, and philanthropist. He is best known as the lead singer and principal songwriter of the new wave rock band The Police from 1977 to 1984. He launched a solo career in 1985, and has included elements of rock, jazz, reggae, classical, new-age, and worldbeat in his music. As a solo musician, he has received 17 Grammy Awards, and he won “Song of the Year” and “Best British Male Artist” in 1994.
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Sting Frequently Asked Questions
Does Sting have social media?
Yes — see official links above.
What is Sting's rank among Musicians?
Currently # 5 among all Musicians.
What is Sting known for?
He is best known as a musician, singer, and multi-instrumentalist.
When was Sting's net worth last updated?
We last updated this estimate in March 2024.
When did Sting start his career?
Sting's career ran from 1977 to 0000.
What are Sting's main income sources?
Sting earns income primarily from Music and Acting, as shown in our latest estimate above.
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