Early Life and Education of Guy Ritchie: A Complete Timeline
How education and upbringing influenced the life of Guy Ritchie. A timeline of key moments.
Guy Ritchie is a prominent English film director, producer, and screenwriter. He is best known for his contributions to British gangster films, characterized by their stylized violence, fast-paced editing, and distinctive dialogue. Ritchie also directed the successful Sherlock Holmes films starring Robert Downey Jr., showcasing his versatility in handling different genres while maintaining his signature cinematic style.
1928: Birth of John Vivian Ritchie
In 1928, John Vivian Ritchie, Guy Ritchie's father, was born. He was a former Seaforth Highlanders officer and advertising executive.
September 1968: Guy Ritchie's Birth
In September 1968, Guy Stuart Ritchie was born. He is an English film director, producer and screenwriter known for British gangster films and the Sherlock Holmes films.
1973: Mother's Marriage to Michael Leighton
In 1973, Guy Ritchie's mother married Sir Michael Leighton, 11th Baronet of Loton Park.
1980: Mother's Divorce from Michael Leighton
In 1980, Guy Ritchie's mother divorced Sir Michael Leighton.
December 2000: Ritchie marries Madonna
On December 22, 2000, Guy Ritchie married Madonna at Skibo Castle in Scotland.
2006: Adoption of David Banda
In 2006, Guy Ritchie and Madonna adopted a Malawian baby, David Banda.
October 2008: Madonna files for divorce
In October 2008, Madonna filed for divorce from Guy Ritchie, citing irreconcilable differences.
December 2008: Divorce settlement agreed
On December 15, 2008, Madonna announced that she had agreed to a divorce settlement with Guy Ritchie.
2010: Ritchie meets Jacqui Ainsley
In 2010, Guy Ritchie met English model Jacqui Ainsley.
February 2011: London home briefly occupied by squatters
In February 2011, Guy Ritchie's London home was briefly occupied by members of the Really Free School, a squatter organisation.
July 2015: Ritchie marries Jacqui Ainsley
On July 30, 2015, Guy Ritchie married Jacqui Ainsley.
2021: The Wild Kitchen Launched
In 2021, Ritchie's firm The Wild Kitchen, producing outdoor cooking equipment and tents, launched at Chelsea Flower Show.
October 2022: Compton Abbas Airfield sold to Ritchie
In October 2022, it was announced that Compton Abbas Airfield was being sold to Guy Ritchie.
2022: David Beckham sells The Walmer Castle to Piers Adams
In 2022, The Walmer Castle, co-owned by Guy Ritchie and David Beckham, was taken over by Piers Adams.
February 2023: Ritchie took over running of the airfield
In February 2023, Guy Ritchie took over the running of Compton Abbas Airfield.
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