Childhood and Education Journey of Mick Fleetwood in Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Mick Fleetwood. A timeline of key moments.

Mick Fleetwood is an English musician, songwriter, and actor, best known as the drummer, co-founder, and leader of the iconic rock band Fleetwood Mac. His surname, combined with bassist John McVie's, formed the band's name. He played a crucial role in the band's formation and evolution through various lineup changes. Fleetwood was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1998 as a member of Fleetwood Mac, solidifying his legacy in music history.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

June 1947: Michael Fleetwood Born

Michael John Kells Fleetwood was born in June 1947. He later became the drummer, co-founder, and leader of Fleetwood Mac.

1963: Move to London to Pursue Music Career

In 1963, at the age of 15, Mick Fleetwood dropped out of school and moved to London to pursue a career as a drummer, staying with his sister Sally in Notting Hill.

June 1970: Marriage to Jenny Boyd

In June 1970, Fleetwood married model Jenny Boyd, the younger sister of Pattie Boyd.

September 1970: Release of Kiln House and New Living Arrangement

In September 1970, Fleetwood Mac released the album Kiln House, featuring a line-up of Spencer, Kirwan, John McVie, and Fleetwood, with Christine McVie providing keyboards and backing vocals. The band moved into a large Victoria-era mansion near Headley, Hampshire.

1973: Boyd's Affair and Fleetwood's Trip to Zambia

In 1973, during Fleetwood Mac’s Mystery to Me U.S. tour, Fleetwood discovered that his wife, Jenny Boyd, was having an affair with band member Weston. After considering leaving the band, Fleetwood traveled to Zambia to recuperate. Christine McVie accompanied him for part of the journey.

1976: Reconciliation and Remarriage to Jenny Boyd

In 1976, Fleetwood and Jenny Boyd began living together again and temporarily remarried to help their children emigrate from the UK to the US.

1976: Divorce from Jenny Boyd

In 1976, Fleetwood and Jenny Boyd divorced.

November 1977: Affair with Stevie Nicks

In November 1977, Fleetwood and Nicks began an affair that continued sporadically for two years until they mutually ended it.

November 1978: Moving in with Sara Recor

In November 1978, Fleetwood moved into a Bel-Air home with Sara Recor, a mutual friend of Fleetwood and Nicks who was married to another music producer at the time.

1988: Marriage to Sara Recor

In 1988, Fleetwood married Sara Recor.

1989: Brits Awards Ceremony

At the Brits Awards ceremony in 1989, Mick Fleetwood credited Cliff Richard, Tony Meehan, and The Everly Brothers as inspirations.

1990: Publication of Fleetwood—My Life and Adventures with Fleetwood Mac

In 1990, Fleetwood co-authored "Fleetwood—My Life and Adventures with Fleetwood Mac" with Stephen Davis, discussing his experiences with musicians, his affair with Stevie Nicks, his cocaine addiction, and his bankruptcy. Reception of the book was mixed.