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Chris Martin
Martin on stage with his microphone, wearing a tye-die shirt and a black jacket
Martin performing with Coldplay in 2023
Born
Christopher Anthony
John Martin

(1977-03-02) 2 March 1977 (age 49)
Exeter, Devon, England
Alma mater University College London
Occupation
  • Singer
  • songwriter
  • musician
  • producer
Years active 1997–present
Spouse(s)
Gwyneth Paltrow
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(m. 2003; div. 2016)​
Partner(s) Dakota Johnson
(2017–2025)
Children 2, including Apple
Awards Full list
Musical career
Origin London, England
Genres
  • Alternative rock
  • pop rock
  • post-Britpop
  • pop
Instruments
  • Vocals
  • piano
  • keyboards
  • guitar
  • harmonica
Labels
  • Fierce Panda
  • Parlophone
  • Nettwerk