Harry Styles is an English singer, songwriter, and actor celebrated for his impact on popular culture. Rising to prominence as a member of the boy band One Direction, he has since achieved significant solo success. Known for his artistry, showmanship, and philanthropic endeavors, Styles maintains a dedicated fan base and is regarded as one of the most successful solo artists to emerge from a boy band. His influence extends beyond music, establishing him as a prominent figure in entertainment and contemporary culture.
In 1960, Etta James released "At Last!" and Harry Styles considers it to be a "perfect" album.
In 1968, Van Morrison released "Astral Weeks", which is Harry Styles' favorite album and he called it "completely perfect."
In 1969, Plastic Ono Band released their live album, Live Peace in Toronto 1969, which is Harry Styles' favorite album cover. Simon & Garfunkel released "The Boxer", which Styles calls "a perfect lyric", and Crosby, Stills & Nash released "Helplessly Hoping" which is the song Styles "would play if I had three minutes to live."
In 1971, Joni Mitchell released "Blue", which inspired Harry Styles to contact the album's dulcimer instrumentalist, with whom he worked on Fine Line. Carole King also released "Tapestry" and Harry Styles recorded Fine Line in Henson Studios because it was recorded there.
In 1973, Haruomi Hosono released his debut album Hosono House, and while writing his third album, Harry's House, in Tokyo, Harry Styles was inspired by the album.
In 1973, Pink Floyd released their album "The Dark Side of the Moon", which Harry Styles listened to as a child and thought was "really fucking cool."
In 1973, Secretariat ran the Belmont Stakes, and in 2015, Harry Styles' energetic performance was compared to it.
In 1973, the film Papillon, released in 1973, inspired the butterfly tattoo on Harry Styles torso.
In 1975, Joni Mitchell released the album "The Hissing of Summer Lawns" which featured a track called "Harry's House", and Joni Mitchell tweeted that she "love[d] the title" upon Harry Styles announcing his album, Harry's House.
In 1975, Paul Simon released "50 Ways to Leave Your Lover", which Harry Styles refers to as the "greatest verse melody ever written."
In 1977, Fleetwood Mac released the album "Rumours" and Stevie Nicks likened Harry Styles' album Fine Line to it.
In 1977, Fleetwood Mac released the song "Dreams," which was the first song Harry Styles learned the words to as a child.
In 1978, Gerry Rafferty released "Right Down the Line," which was a specific reference point during the creation of Harry Styles' album Harry's House.
In 1984, George Michael released "Careless Whisper", and Harry Styles has lyrics from the song tattooed on his ankles.
In 1987, George Michael released the song "Faith", which Harry Styles sampled for his unreleased track "Anna."
In 1991, Nielsen SoundScan began electronically tracking sales data. This is relevant because Fine Line broke a sales record since this date.
Harry Edward Styles was born on 1 February 1994, in Redditch, Worcestershire, England to Anne Twist and Desmond Styles.
In February 1994, Harry Edward Styles was born. He would later become an English singer, songwriter, and actor known for his influence on popular culture.
In 1998, Tracey Emin created her art piece, "My Bed", which Harry Styles referenced in his "Late Night Talking" music video in 2022.
On April 11, 2010, Harry Styles auditioned as a solo contestant for The X Factor, initially singing "Hey, Soul Sister" before switching to "Isn't She Lovely".
In July 2010, Harry Styles and four other eliminated contestants were grouped together to form One Direction on The X Factor; Styles suggested the band's name.
In 2010, Harry Styles's musical career began as part of One Direction, a boy band formed on The X Factor after individual eliminations. The group became one of the best-selling boy bands.
In January 2011, One Direction signed a recording contract with Simon Cowell's label, Syco Records, marking a significant step in their early career.
In November 2011, Harry Styles, then 17, began dating television presenter Caroline Flack, sparking controversy due to their age difference.
In January 2012, Harry Styles ended his relationship with Caroline Flack.
In 2012, One Direction released their album, Take Me Home, which continued their success.
In 2012, the novel "My Policeman", which Harry Styles starred in the film adaptation of, was first published.
In 2013, Harry Styles and Liam Payne became ambassadors for the cancer charity Trekstock and responded to Westboro Baptist Church's protest with a message of equal rights.
In 2013, Harry Styles gained a stepbrother and stepsister through his mother's marriage to Robin Twist.
In 2013, Harry Styles won the British Style Award at the Fashion Awards, recognizing his influence in fashion.
In 2013, One Direction released their album Midnight Memories, which became the world's best-selling album of the year.
In 2013, the One Direction documentary, One Direction: This Is Us, was released, featuring the Tremlow Viaduct in Holmes Chapel where Harry Styles signed his name, which is part of the Harry Styles tour in 2024.
In a 2013 interview with British GQ, Harry Styles denied being bisexual when asked about his sexual orientation.
In 2014, Harry Styles endorsed Emma Watson's HeForShe gender equality campaign.
In 2014, Harry Styles joined Stonewall's #FirstSnog campaign and supported Michael Sam, the first openly gay NFL player, by wearing his jersey onstage.
In 2014, One Direction released their album Four, making them the only group to have their first four albums debut at number one on the Billboard 200.
In 2014, during One Direction's "Four" era, Harry Styles began collaborating with stylist Harry Lambert, marking a shift in his fashion approach.
In 2015, Harry Styles sponsored water wells in India via Drop4Drop to support Life Water's World Water Day campaign.
In 2015, One Direction released their album Made in the A.M., continuing their streak of successful albums.
In a 2015 Rolling Stone review of One Direction's concert at MetLife Stadium, Rob Sheffield described Harry Styles' energetic performance, comparing it to Secretariat running the Belmont Stakes in 1973.
During 2016, Harry Styles signed with Full Stop Management, CAA, and Columbia Records, and he launched his own record label, Erskine Records.
In 2016, Alain de Botton's novel "The Course of Love" was published, which Harry Styles read and said he fully appreciated the work required in cultivating and sustaining a romantic bond.
In 2016, Harry Styles and model Kendall Jenner ended their relationship. Jenner later became one of the muses for Styles's debut album.
In 2016, Harry Styles visited the House of Lords to attend a debate on Brexit, invited by Labour peer Lord Winston. He expressed that 'anything that brings people together is better than things that pull people apart.'
In 2016, Harry Styles was featured in Another Man magazine, leading The Guardian to label him an "artthrob" for his unique fashion and artistic expression.
In 2016, Harry Styles was ranked first on British Vogue's "The 50 Fittest Boys" list, recognizing his physical appeal.
In 2016, One Direction went on an indefinite hiatus after becoming one of the best-selling boy bands of all time.
In 2016, One Direction went on an indefinite hiatus upon Harry Styles's suggestion, after completing promotional activities for 'Made in the A.M.'
In 2016, the "Larry Stylinson" theory, involving Harry Styles and Louis Tomlinson, was labeled "one of the largest elements of the One Direction fandom, which itself is one of the largest fandoms on the internet."
In March 2017, Harry Styles announced that his first solo single, "Sign of the Times," would be released on April 7.
In May 2017, Harry Styles played intimate shows to celebrate his debut album release, with all proceeds benefiting charities.
In May 2017, Harry Styles released his self-titled debut album, which topped charts in multiple countries. The film 'Harry Styles: Behind the Album' was also released on Apple Music.
In July 2017, Harry Styles made his feature film debut in Christopher Nolan's war film Dunkirk, playing a British soldier.
Harry Styles embarked on his first headlining concert tour, 'Harry Styles: Live on Tour', starting in September 2017.
In November 2017, BBC One broadcast 'Harry Styles at the BBC', and he performed at the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show.
In 2017, Harry Styles began a relationship with French-American model Camille Rowe, who later inspired his album Fine Line.
In 2017, Harry Styles began using the slogan "Treat People with Kindness" during his debut concert tour, initially on a badge on his guitar and tour merchandise.
In 2017, Harry Styles confirmed that he has polythelia, a condition where a person has more than two nipples.
In 2017, Harry Styles released his eponymous debut solo album, which debuted at number one in the UK and the US and featured the hit single "Sign of the Times".
In 2017, Harry Styles stated that he doesn't feel the need to label his sexuality, expressing that it's not something he has to explain.
In 2017, Harry Styles was ranked fifth on British Vogue's "The 50 Fittest Boys" list, recognizing his physical appeal.
In 2017, Harry Styles's film roles included Dunkirk.
In 2017, Harry Styles's stepfather, Robin Twist, passed away from cancer.
In July 2018, Harry Styles's first solo tour, 'Harry Styles: Live on Tour', came to an end, concluding performances in North and South America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.
In October 2018, Harry Styles served as an executive producer on the CBS sitcom Happy Together, inspired by his time living with Ben Winston.
In 2018, Harry Styles ended his relationship with French-American model Camille Rowe.
In 2018, Harry Styles joined Fleetwood Mac for a performance of 'The Chain' when the band was honored with the MusiCares Person of the Year award. Styles is a patron of the MusiCares non profit organization.
In 2018, Harry Styles placed fourth on British GQ's list of 50 best-dressed men, with Michael Kors praising his edgy rocker style.
In 2018, Harry Styles' online store sold "Treat People with Kindness" T-shirts in a rainbow print for Pride Month, with profits benefiting GLSEN. That year, Styles also showed his support for the March for Our Lives petition, and added "Black Lives Matter" and "End Gun Violence" stickers to his guitar.
In May 2019, Harry Styles was named second on the Sunday Times Rich List of musicians in the UK under 30, with an estimated net worth of £58 million.
In July 2019, it was reported that Harry Styles was in talks to play Prince Eric in the live-action Disney film 'The Little Mermaid' (2023), but he ultimately turned down the part.
In October 2019, Harry Styles released "Lights Up," the lead single from his second album, Fine Line.
In October 2019, teaser posters including the phrase 'Do you know who you are?' and the acronym 'TPWK' were spotted in various cities, and Styles launched a website bot with positive messages for World Mental Health Day.
In December 2019, Harry Styles discussed the origins of his slogan 'Treat People with Kindness,' noting its evolution from a guitar strap pin to a recognizable message.
In December 2019, Harry Styles responded to an interview question about not using his influence more often to support specific causes, indicating a more considered approach to his activism.
In 2019, Harry Styles began wearing pearl necklaces, leading The Wall Street Journal to credit him as the "popularizer of the manly pearl necklace."
In 2019, Harry Styles released his second album, Fine Line, which debuted atop the US Billboard 200 and achieved the biggest first-week sales by an English male artist.
In 2019, The Guardian questioned the authenticity of Harry Styles's flamboyant dressing style and his perceived sexual ambiguity.
In March 2020, Harry Styles performed an NPR Tiny Desk concert and narrated a bedtime story for the Calm app.
In May 2020, following the murder of George Floyd, Harry Styles showed support for Black Lives Matter, urging fans to share and donate, and pledged to donate to a bail fund for arrested activists.
In November 2020, a JW Anderson cardigan worn by Harry Styles went viral on TikTok, and the V&A Museum later acquired it for its permanent collection, recognizing its cultural impact.
During the COVID-19 lockdown in 2020, Harry Styles highlighted Mac Miller's "Blue World" as his personal quarantine track and compiled a playlist for Apple Music.
During the COVID-19 lockdowns in 2020, Harry Styles released t-shirts with a COVID-19 related slogan, with all the profits going towards the COVID-19 Solidarity Response Fund by the World Health Organization. Styles also paid his core tour crew's salaries for the duration of the postponed dates until the end of 2020.
In 2020, Harry Styles became the first man to appear solo on the cover of Vogue, wearing a Gucci dress, which sparked controversy and discussions about masculinity.
In 2020, Harry Styles maintained his second-place position on the Sunday Times Rich List with an estimated net worth of £63 million.
In 2020, Harry Styles shared in an interview with Vogue that he practices pilates, meditates daily, and attends therapy regularly.
In 2020, Harry Styles was voted GQ's "Most Stylish Man of the Year," solidifying his status as a fashion icon.
In 2020, Rolling Stone included Harry Styles's album Fine Line in their revision of the 500 Greatest Albums of All Time.
In 2020, Rolling Stone ranked Harry Styles' album Fine Line at number 491 in their list of the "500 Greatest Albums of All Time".
In January 2021, Harry Styles began a relationship with actress and director Olivia Wilde, whom he met on the set of "Don't Worry Darling."
In January 2021, Harry Styles' song "Treat People with Kindness" was released as a single with a subsequent music video featuring Phoebe Waller-Bridge.
In March 2021, Harry Styles won a Grammy for Best Pop Solo Performance and a Brit Award for British Single of the Year for "Watermelon Sugar".
After previous postponement, Love On Tour officially kicked off on September 4, 2021, in Las Vegas.
In November 2021, Harry Styles made a cameo appearance in the film Eternals and launched his gender-neutral skin and nail care brand, Pleasing.
In 2021, Harry Styles maintained his second-place position on the Sunday Times Rich List, with his estimated net worth reaching £75 million.
Love On Tour, the tour to support Fine Line originally set for 2020, was postponed until 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
In June 2022, after the Roe v. Wade ruling was overturned, Harry Styles posted on Twitter expressing his devastation and referenced the ruling at his concert in Austin, Texas, emphasizing bodily autonomy.
In September 2022, as part of his Love On Tour, Harry Styles performed 15 sold-out shows at Madison Square Garden. To mark this achievement, a permanent banner was raised in his honor inside the venue.
In November 2022, Gucci released a collaborative collection between Alessandro Michele and Harry Styles, titled "Gucci Ha Ha Ha." At the 50th American Music Awards, Styles won Favorite Male Pop Artist and Favorite Pop Song for "As It Was".
In November 2022, Harry Styles and Olivia Wilde ended their relationship.
In 2022, Craig McLean described Harry Styles' onstage physicality for The Face as, "stomping, head-banging exuberance" that is "impossible to resist."
In 2022, Harry Styles achieved critical and commercial success with his third album, "Harry's House." The lead single, "As It Was," topped charts globally and broke records. He also headlined Coachella and was featured in an Apple AirPods commercial. At the 2022 MTV Video Music Awards, Styles received three accolades, including Album of the Year for "Harry's House".
In 2022, Harry Styles appeared in Don't Worry Darling and My Policeman.
In 2022, Harry Styles auditioned for Elvis Presley in "Elvis," starred in "Don't Worry Darling" with Florence Pugh, and "My Policeman" with Emma Corrin. "Don't Worry Darling" premiered at the Venice International Film Festival, while "My Policeman" premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival where the cast won a TIFF Tribute Award for Performance. Reviews for his performances were mixed.
In 2022, Harry Styles designed a capsule collection with Gucci's Alessandro Michele, titled "Ha Ha Ha", which was unveiled at Milan Fashion Week.
In 2022, Harry Styles earned PETA's Best Viral Moment for Animals Award after confirming he doesn't eat chicken or meat when fans threw chicken nuggets on stage.
In 2022, Harry Styles referenced Tracey Emin's 1998 seminal work "My Bed" in the music video for his single "Late Night Talking."
In 2022, Harry Styles released his widely acclaimed third album, Harry's House, which broke several records and featured the number-one song of the year, "As It Was."
In 2022, Harry Styles topped the Sunday Times Rich List, becoming the richest musician under 30 in the UK, with a net worth of £100 million.
In 2022, Harry Styles was inducted into the Business of Fashion's Class of 2022, acknowledging his impact on the global fashion industry.
In 2022, Harry Styles' song "As It Was" was the most-streamed song of the year globally on Spotify and Deezer, and Rolling Stone UK named him the "new King of Pop." Styles was the second-most-searched musician on Google, after Taylor Swift.
In 2022, following the mass shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, Harry Styles partnered with Everytown for Gun Safety for 44 shows, donating $1 million to the Everytown Support Fund.
In 2022, the Gucci dress Harry Styles wore on the Vogue cover was included in the V&A Museum exhibit "Fashioning Masculinities: The Art of Menswear."
In a 2022 interview with Better Homes and Gardens, Harry Styles stated that the expectation to publicly label his sexual orientation is "outdated," advocating for acceptance without labels.
In June 2023, Harry Styles began dating Canadian actress Taylor Russell.
In July 2023, Harry Styles invited three Ukrainian refugees supported by the International Rescue Committee (IRC) to his Love On Tour show in Warsaw, continuing his partnership with the organization.
In July 2023, Harry Styles' Love On Tour concluded as the then-fifth-highest-grossing tour of all time, earning $617.3 million.
In September 2023, Harry Styles provided background vocals on bandmate Mitch Rowland's track "Here Comes the Comeback" for his debut album, Come June.
In 2023, 5,000 fans visited Holmes Chapel, leading to the hiring of tour guides. As of 2023, Madame Tussauds wax museums in several countries displayed a figure of Harry Styles.
In 2023, David Hockney painted a portrait of Harry Styles included in the exhibition 'David Hockney: Drawing From Life' at The National Portrait Gallery in London.
In 2023, Harry Styles was credited, along with Beyoncé and Taylor Swift, for the rise in elaborate concert dressing.
In 2023, Harry Styles was estimated to be worth £150 million and placed jointly at 13th position in a new list headed "35 richest people under 35 in the UK."
In 2023, Harry Styles's album, Harry's House, received the Grammy Award for Album of the Year.
In 2023, Rolling Stone ranked Harry's House at number 491 on its revision of the "500 Greatest Albums of All Time" list.
In 2023, The Little Mermaid was released, with the role that Harry Styles turned down taken by Jonah Hauer-King.
In 2023, the partnership between Harry Styles and Everytown earned industry recognition, winning a Pollstar Award for Brand Partnership/Live Campaign of the Year.
In May 2024, Harry Styles ended his relationship with Canadian actress Taylor Russell.
In June 2024, Harry Styles's childhood village, Holmes Chapel, launched a guided walking tour around the area.
In July 2024, Harry Styles joined Stevie Nicks on stage at the British Summer Time festival in Hyde Park in London to perform "Stop Draggin' My Heart Around" and "Landslide" in tribute of Christine McVie's birthday.
As of 2024, Harry Styles had one of the most-followed Instagram accounts in the UK, with over 48 million followers.
In 2024, Anne Hathaway starred in the romantic comedy film "The Idea of You", an adaption of the novel inspired by Harry Styles.
In 2024, Harry Styles invested in a minority stake in the British fashion label S.S. Daley, showing his support for emerging designers.
The Times estimated Styles's wealth to be £175 million in 2024, placing 17th on the "40 under 40" list and the second richest young musician in the UK after Ed Sheeran.