Profile
Famous as :
Singer, songwriterBirth Name :
Roderick David StewartBirth Date :
January 10, 1945Birth Place :
Highgate, London, UKSpouse :
Alana Stewart (6-Apr-79 - 1984), Rachel Hunter (actress-model, 15-Dec-90 - 2-Nov-06), Penny Lancaster (model, since 16-Jun-07)Claim to fame :
Single "Maggie May" from album "Every Picture Tells a Story" (1971)
Detailed Info on 'H2: Halloween 2' Soundtrack
July 31, 2009 02:07:45Details of "Halloween II - Original Motion Picture Soundtrack" have been disclosed. Co-produced by film director Rob Zombie, the soundtrack album for "H2: Halloween 2" is set to be outed in U.S. stores on August 25, three days before the "Halloween" sequel lets out its terror in theaters across the country.
A number of tracks in the album will be filled with dialog from the film, whereas the rest will feature music from such musicians as Motorhead, Moody Blues, Scream, Rod Stewart, MC5, 10cc and Foghat. The named artists take on classic tracks ranging from "Nights in White Satin" and "The Things We Do For Love" to "(I Know) I'm Losing You".
Veteran Rocker Rod Stewart Launching Clothing Line
March 28, 2008 04:03:59Another celebrity is making his first foray into the fashion business. Rod Stewart is attempting another career reinvention, lending his famous name to a new line of clothing.
The range of clothing the veteran rocker designs reportedly includes T-shirts, tracksuit tops, baby bibs and the official "Rod Stewart Panties", which have love hearts and "Isn't it romantic?" emblazoned across the front. Many of his designs, in fact, feature lyrics from his songs, one of which is "You're In My Heart."
Rod Stewart to Hit the Road With Bryan Adams' Support
February 29, 2008 01:02:11Starting from July 30, Rod Stewart will hit the road for a North American tour that promotes his 2007 release "Still the Same: Great Rock Classics of Our Time". Opening the tour is Bryan Adams who will be available for the first seven dates.
The 30-dates tour will visit outdoor amphitheaters in cities like Chicago, Toronto, Atlantic City and Atlanta. The tour will wind down August 28 in Tampa, Fla. The tickets meanwhile, will be sold starting from Saturday, March 1.
Eric Clapton's "Layla" Voted Worst Cover
June 26, 2007 04:06:36
Eric Clapton's unmistakable guitar rendition of "Layla" has been voted as the worst cover song. "Layla" that was originally sung by Derek and the Dominos has topped the poll gathered by RetroCrush.com.
The website has commented upon the result, "It's the equivalent of Robert Plant and Jimmy Page doing a kazoo version of Stairway To Heaven."
British Rock Star Rod Stewart Married Penny Lancaster in Quiet Italian Ceremony
June 18, 2007 10:06:19
Rod Stewart and model girlfriend Penny Lancaster made it official for them as husband and wife Saturday June 16th in a low-key wedding ceremony took place in a villa on the Italian Riviera.
The British rock star and Lancaster invited only a few friends and family, with Lancaster's parents served as witnesses. "It was just a family thing," one of Stewart's bodyguards confirmed.
The Wedding Date of Rod Stewart and Penny Lancaster Has Been Confirmed
June 05, 2007 04:06:36
The long-awaited wedding date of Rod Stewart and his fiancee Penny Lancaster has been confirmed. The aging but still agile rocker has confirmed the date, and it will be June 16th later this year.
Stewart reportedly let slip his wedding date to pal Elton John at the Raisa Gorbachev Foundation Dinner at Hampton Court Palace, England on Saturday June 2nd. "My wedding is in two weeks. Start looking for the gift," the star was overheard as saying.
Music Stars Designing Guitar for Charity
May 01, 2007 12:05:56
Music stars are teaming up, making good deeds with their status by designing their own guitars to raise money for charity.
There are around 30 music acts to be involved in the special project, among those are Noel Gallagher, Ozzy Osbourne, Rod Stewart, James Blunt, Paul Weller, James Morrison, The Kooks, Razorlight and Dirty Pretty Things.
Rod Stewart Planning a Lavish £1 Million June Wedding
April 18, 2007 09:04:00
In the wake of wedding reports which details are still being kept under wrap, here comes a new report suggests that Rod Stewart is planning to marry fiancee Penny Lancaster in a lavish £1million June wedding.
The rocker is said planning to spend such amount of money on their big day which is set to take place at the exclusive Italian Riviera Portofino resort on June 16th. "They have hired a venue in the town and he is going to charter a couple of private jets to get his guests there. It is going to cost a small fortune but he wants it to be a memorable day," Britain's The Sun newspaper quoted a source as saying.
Take That, Among Acts Tributing Princess Diana
April 04, 2007 04:04:50
In memory of the late Princess Diana, her sons William and Harry have both penned several names to perform in a concert. "We want it to represent exactly what our mother would have wanted. A church service wasn't enough. We wanted this big concert full of energy, fun and happiness. It has to be the best birthday present she ever had," William said.
Newly reunited band Take That is among lots to be asked personally by the princes. Mark Owen said in reply, "Princess Diana was such an amazing woman. I think it's lovely the princes want to do something to remember her."
Rod Stewart to Marry Penny Lancaster on an Italian Island
April 03, 2007 11:04:10
Rod Stewart and fiancee Penny Lancaster are a romantic couple. The pair, who engaged at the top of the Eiffel Tower in early 2005, is planning to wed in mid-June on an Italian island.
Unlike his fellow celebrities Rod, however, would not have his third wedding in castle. The self-described Scottish rock singer reportedly telling friends, "I'm not doing a castle. Everyone does f*****g castles."
Headliners for This Year's New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival Are Here
January 26, 2007 02:01:44
The likes of Rod Stewart, Norah Jones and Brad Paisley are among the headliners for this year's New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. The threesome will join other performers, including Irma Thomas, Dr. John and Allen Toussaint just to name a few.
The festival, spanning two weekends in April and May, will feature hundreds of the city's most beloved musicians and a host of national headliners at the New Orleans Fair Grounds, a horse-racing track that flooded and was seriously damaged by Hurricane Katrina.
Rod Stewart Has His Divorce to Rachel Hunter Finalized
January 03, 2007 01:01:44
Both Rod Stewart and his second wife Rachel Hunter are enjoying singlehood in the eyes of the law soon as the former husband-and-wife had their divorce finalized.
Details on when the divorce is finalized are being kept underwrap. The other matters concerning their settlement and custody issues over their two children Renee, 14, and Liam, 12 also remain undisclosed.
Rod Stewart and Rachel Hunter Divorce Is Finalized
December 01, 2006 02:12:00
This week is week of relief. Following in the other Hollywood's divorce, Rod Stewart and estranged wife Rachel Hunter also have their divorce finalized. The two have been officially pronounced single on November 2nd.
With his single status it would be possible then for Stewart to tie the knot with model fiancee Penny Lancaster, whom he proposed to last year. The pair has a one-year-old son. When and where they will hold the wedding? Let's just wait and see what the future brings.
Kimberly Stewart Denies Having Liver Disease
November 21, 2006 09:11:40
That she's having a liver disease is not right. Kimberly Stewart has blasted her rocker father, Rod Stewart's "big mouth" for saying she has liver disease related to too much alcohol.
She says, "I love my dad, but sometimes he has a big mouth and not just when he's singing. I don't have liver disease. I was exhausted from burning the candle at both ends. My doctor told me to cut back on drinking and smoking, which I have, and I feel so much better."
The Billboard 200's Top 10 Albums for Oct 22, 2006
October 26, 2006 10:10:35
P. Diddy has just proved he does deserve the label "hip-hop mogul". The rapper scores his No. 1 album since 1997 when his latest effort "Press Play" takes the No. 1 U.S. album spot on The Billboard 200 for the week ended Sunday Oct 22nd, selling over 170,000 copies. "Press Play", which is Diddy's first studio album since 2001's platinum-selling "The Saga Continues", also tops Billboard magazine's Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart.
At 2nd position on the album chart is Evanescence's "The Open Door" with 112,000, while JoJo enters the chart with her sophomore set "The High Road" at No. 3, sold 108,000 copies. Former chart-topper, Justin Timberlake's "FutureSex/LoveSounds" secures the 4th spot with another 99,000, ahead of Dierks Bentley's "Long Trip Alone" at No. 5 selling 82,000 copies, and Rod Stewart's "Still the Same...Great Rock Classics of Our Time" at No. 6 sold another 79,000 copies in its second week out.
US Top 10 Albums of Oct 18th, 2006
October 19, 2006 10:10:59
Veteran singer Rod Stewart leads the pack in the US pop album chart Wednesday Oct 18th, with his latest effort "Still the Same...Great Rock Classics of Our Time" sold 184,304 copies in the week ended October 15. The set, which is Stewart's first rock release in eight years, is the star's fourth No. 1 album in his entire music career.
With Stewart taking the very top position on the album chart, last week's champ goth-pop band Evanescence's "The Open Door" slips to 2nd position with another 164,000 copies. Rapper Lloyd Banks' second set, "Rotten Apple," bows at No. 3 taking in 143,000 units. Jimmy Buffett's "Take the Weather With You" is No. 4 on the Top 200 and No. 1 on the Top Country Albums chart with 121,000 units.
Winners of the 2006 GQ Magazine Awards
September 07, 2006 02:09:17
GQ magazine has just held its annual ceremony in London and chosen as one of its big winners is Paul McCartney who during that feast was chosen Man of the Year. The former Beatle was noted for his latest album "Chaos and Creation in the Backyard" released in September 2005, as well as his recent successful tour of America.
McCartney could not attend the ceremony to accept the honor, but still GQ Editor Dylan Jones praised the star as "not only one of our greatest living legends, he's also probably the most dignified."
All About Paris Hilton's Upcoming Album
May 30, 2006 12:05:16
Working in entertainment industry, Paris Hilton has done almost everything. Though so, still the hotel heiress wants for more. The socialite apparently wants to record an album, which she has already completed actually.
And speaking on her music project, Paris said her upcoming album will be a mix of reggae, pop and hip-hop, with the first single being a reggae song called "Stars Are Blind." She, moreover, will also do a remake of the Rod Stewart song "Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?"
Rolling Stone's 5th Annual Top Moneymakers
March 11, 2006 01:03:38
Such music acts, as U2, The Rolling Stones, Eagles, and Paul McCartney, have all been included in the Rolling Stone's fifth-annual list of Biggest Moneymakers. Working hard through the years, embarking on world tours, Irish rock band U2 has made it to the top position on the list, taking in an estimated $154.2 million after selling out more than 100 arena and stadium shows around the world.
At No. 2 is fellow music act The Rolling Stones, earning $92.5 million followed behind by Eagles at No. 3 which collects $63.2 million. Comes in at No. 4 is British singer and songwriter Paul McCartney who taking in an estimated $56 million. Make the list at No. 5 is British singer, composer, and pianist Elton John with $48.9 million, while Neil Diamond secures the 6th rank with $44.7 million.
Rod Stewart Ordered to Pay $3M for Cancelled Show
March 07, 2006 10:03:26
U.S. District Judge Larry Hicks has on Monday March 6th, 2006 ordered Rod Stewart to pay Harrah's Entertainment Inc., the world's largest gambling company, more than $3 million for a cancelled show in December 2000.
The ruling stems from a finding by a jury late last year that Stewart should return the $2 million the Rio Hotel and Casino paid him to appear Dec. 30, 2000. As for everybody to know, the British singer bowed out before the gig, saying he was still recovering from throat surgery for thyroid cancer several months prior to the date.
The 2006 Top Tours
December 14, 2005 03:12:22
Irish rock band U2 known either for its music or social and political deeds has scored another record. The music group's "Vertigo" tour has been chosen as the Top-Grossing Trek of 2005, according to year-end figures set to be published Friday in Billboard magazine. Sold $260 million worth of tickets and drew more than 3 million people to 90 concerts, U2 really deserves to be on the top.
Comes at 2nd is Eagles, whose 77 shows earned them $117 million. Neil Diamond is at 3rd with more than $71 million, followed by Kenny Chesney at No. 4 with $63 million. Others rounding out the Top 10 in succession are Paul McCartney, Rod Stewart, Elton John, Dave Matthews Band, Jimmy Buffett and Green Day.
The Name of Stewart & Lancaster's Newborn Son
December 09, 2005 10:12:24What's new on the street? It's about Rod Stewart and fiancee Penny Lancaster. The happy couple who has just welcomed their son finally comes up with the name of their newborn. Alistair Wallace Stewart that's how they call the baby.
Explaining on the chosen name Lancaster says that the Christian name Alastair was chosen because of its Scottish roots and Wallace after her grandfather, who died in a road accident in 2003. Apparently, the baby's name is the same with that of popular British newsreader Alistair Stewart, who currently hosts nightly news show London Tonight.
Rod Stewart Is Father for Seventh Time
November 29, 2005 11:11:52Veteran singer Rod Stewart is father for seventh time at his 60. That's great you know. The rocker and fiancee, model Penny Lancaster, welcomed a baby boy into the world Sunday morning at St. John and St. Elizabeth Hospital in London.
"Both Penny and our baby son are gorgeous, healthy and doing well," Stewart said. "I am so very proud of my girl Pen for the commitment, courage and strength she showed throughout." The baby, whose name was not released, weighed in at 7 pounds, 7 ounces.
All That Santana Does on the Album Chart
November 10, 2005 02:11:54The pop album chart for this week is dominated by various artists mainly for their contribution on the "Now That's What I Call Music! 20." The set is reported to sell for 378,000 copies in the week ended November 6. Right behind the chart topping is Santana's "All That I Am" which becoming the second best album of the week with sales of 142,000 copies.
At No. 3 is Nickelback's "All The Right Reasons" which sold for 101,000 copies, ahead of Black Eyed Peas' "Monkey Business" at No. 4 with 86,000 and Destiny's Child's "#1's" at 5th with 85,000. Meanwhile, Blink-182's swan song "Greatest Hits" comes at No. 6 with 72,000 copies, followed behind by Martina McBride's "Timeless" at 7th which is sold for 63,000 copies.
Still on Top of the Charts Is Westlife
November 08, 2005 11:11:31Irish boy band Westlife celebrates their winning, even double as their latest album entitled "Face To Face" has joined their single "You Raise Me Up" at the top of the charts. This is the second time that their single is number one, while the album attainment automatically pushes Robbie Williams' "Intensive Care" off the top spot to No. 2 as Rod Stewart's "Thanks for the Memory -- Great American Songbook Vol. 4" entering the charts at No. 3.
In the meantime, at number 4 in the album chart is "Living A Dream," which is another new entry by Katherine Jenkins. The Prodigy compilation album "Their Law - The Singles" falls three places to number five.
Elton John Between "Him and Us"
November 01, 2005 11:11:51ABC television has given the green light to a comedy pilot to be executive produced by Elton John. The set, dubbed "Him and Us," revolves around an over-the-hill rock star, his manager and the rest of his colorful entourage. In hand to write the script is Cindy Chupack, a former executive producer of HBO's "Sex and the City."
Not only the singer will use his own experience, but also some of his peers' lives, such as that of Rod Stewart, Mick Jagger or Paul McCartney. Also included into the team behind is Michael Edelstein, executive producer of "Desperate Housewives" and John's long-time partner, David Furnish, a film producer.
"I Am Me" No. 1 on U.S. Pop Charts
October 27, 2005 02:10:54Her effort to being honest to everyone scored her another new record on the charts. Teen pop singer Ashlee Simpson successfully tops the U.S. pop charts on Wednesday with her new album "I Am Me" sold 220,000 copies in the week ended October 23. To follow her at No. 2 on the chart is Rod Stewart's "Thanks for the Memories," with sales of 193,000 copies.
Opens at No. 3 is Martina McBride's "Timeless" which sold for 185,000 copies, ahead of Canadian rock band Nickelback's "All the Right Reasons" at No. 4 with 132,000 copies in its third week and Stevie Wonder's "A Time To Love" at No. 5 with 121,000 copies. To start at No. 6 is Houston rapper Bun B's solo effort "Trill" with 118,000 copies. In the meantime, Depeche Mode's first new studio album in four years, "Playing the Angel" secures the 7th position, followed behind by Black Eyed Peas' "Monkey Business" which drops four places to No. 8 with 94,000 copies. Last week's champ, Alicia Keys drops drastically to No. 9 with her "Unplugged" set sold for 83,000 copies in its second week. Finishing this weekend's Top 10 is Kanye West's "Late Registration" which falls five places to No. 10 with 78,000 copies.
Stewart Rocks Hollywood Walk
October 12, 2005 01:10:47Fans screamed as idol Rod Stewart was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame Tuesday. Receiving the honor, he said "I have never had such a nervous day in my life. I haven't prepared a speech. I'm here to wing it like I have my entire life." You win anyway bro. Congrats.
The London-born rocker has spawned several hits like "Forever Young," "Do Ya Think I'm Sexy?" and fan favorite "Maggie May." As for his personal life, Stewart is about to father again as his fiancee Penny Lancaster is pregnant.
Rod Stewart Ordered to Return $2 Million Advance
September 08, 2005 10:09:04British rocker Rod Stewart has gotten the order. A federal jury on Wednesday ordered the star to pay $2 million plus interest for canceling a Las Vegas concert, to be held at the Rio casino-resort on the Vegas Strip, five years ago after he had throat surgery.
"We felt it was only fair that if Mr. Stewart didn't perform the concert that he should give the money back," so said Jury foreman Stevan Jorgensen concerning the order. Kerry Garvis Wright, one of Stewart's lawyer said that the 60-year-old singer will appeal, while Steve Morris, a lawyer for the Las Vegas casino and parent company Harrah's Entertainment, said he was "delighted and relieved" by the verdict.
Stewart; to "defend my honor"
August 24, 2005 10:08:50Showed up in federal court Tuesday, singer Rod Stewart said he was there to "defend my honor" in a breach of contract lawsuit filed by a Las Vegas resort. There stood the rapper to face off against Harrah's Entertainment in a lawsuit over a canceled casino concert. The Harrah's-owned Rio Hotel-Casino claims the British rocker canceled a 2000 concert while recuperating from thyroid surgery. Thus, the company is seeking the return of $2 million paid to Stewart for the show, plus interest and attorney's fees.
As for his side, Stewart's lawyer, Louis "Skip" Miller, told reporters his client has been willing to reschedule and has offered to perform two shows for the price of one, but is not being permitted to do so. Further, Miller explained that the thyroid surgery "took him about 10 to 12 months to get his voice back" and now "He is able and willing to do these concerts for them." According to Morris, they actually had been willing to discuss another Stewart show, but wanted the singer first to return the $2 million. When Stewart declined, the company moved forward with the lawsuit.
British Rocker Filed for Divorce from Wife Hunter
June 04, 2005 10:06:02Citing irreconcilable differences, veteran British rocker Rod Stewart filed for divorce from wife actress Rachel Hunter, whom he married in 1990 and has mothered his two children, Liam (12) and Rene (10). The court documents have been filed Thursday.
"Forever Young" Rod Stewart Expecting a Baby
June 02, 2005 11:06:17Not only he's well known for his hit "Forever Young," but Rod Stewart indeed remains "forever young" at his 60 years age. As what the rocker and his model/photographer fiancee Penny Lancaster confirmed Wednesday, both are expecting their baby, due in early December and they will afterwards tie the knot in spring 2006.
"I am overjoyed and extremely proud to be able to confirm that my fiancée Penny is carrying our baby," said Stewart commenting the news. "I count myself blessed to have bestowed upon me the honor of fatherhood again with Penny, whom I love and cherish so much. The best news of all is Penny is feeling just wonderful, is very happy and looks more radiant than ever."
Stewart Cancels London Concert Due to Illness
May 11, 2005 09:05:56Veteran rocker Rod Stewart has reluctantly cancelled his London concert, which is actually planned for May 9, 2005, after falling ill with a throat infection. Because of that infection, doctor orders the 60-year-old star to rest his voice until his next show tomorrow at the British capital's Earls Court venue. Explaining on the postponement, Stewart spokesman said, "Rod Stewart has been forced to postpone his first London engagement at Earls Court tonight because of a severe viral throat infection."
Rod Stewart to Get Married ???
March 14, 2005 09:03:46Rock star Rod Stewart has proposed his 33-year-old girlfriend Penny Lancaster at the French landmark on Wednesday March 9, 2005. Record label BMG said the more than five years couple have planned to marry within this year. This report is strengthen by Lancaster's agent, Nicholas Young, who said they would soon get married in Scotland once Stewart's divorce from model Rachel Hunter is finalized.
