Public opinion and media debates around Keith Richards—discover key moments of controversy.
Keith Richards is a renowned English musician, songwriter, singer, and record producer, best known as a founding member, guitarist, and co-principal songwriter of the Rolling Stones. His songwriting partnership with Mick Jagger is legendary. Spanning over six decades, his distinctive guitar playing has become a hallmark of the Rolling Stones' sound. Richards has also been a prominent figure in popular culture, often associated with his romantic relationships and past drug use. He is celebrated as a countercultural icon and a key figure in rock music history.
In February 1967, a police raid occurred at Redlands, Keith Richards's Sussex estate, leading to the arrest of Richards and Mick Jagger.
On 29 June 1967, Keith Richards was found guilty of allowing cannabis to be smoked on his property and sentenced to one year in prison, but was released on bail the next day pending appeal.
In 1973, Keith Richards faced drug related charges twice.
On 27 February 1977, Keith Richards was arrested in Toronto for "possession of heroin for the purpose of trafficking".
In 1977, Keith Richards faced drug related charges.
In October 1978, Keith Richards pleaded guilty to possession of heroin, receiving a suspended sentence and probation.
In 1978, Keith Richards faced drug related charges.
In September 1979, the Ontario Court of Appeal upheld Keith Richards' original sentence.
In 1994, Keith Richards said his image was "like a long shadow ... Even though that was nearly twenty years ago, you cannot convince some people that I'm not a mad drug addict."
In April 2007, Keith Richards gave an interview to NME magazine, where he allegedly joked about snorting his father's ashes, sparking media controversy.
In a 2015 interview, Keith Richards expressed his dislike for rap and hip hop, deeming them for "tone deaf" people.
In 2016, Keith Richards stated that he still occasionally drinks alcohol and consumes hashish and cannabis.
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