Childhood and Education Journey of Mick Jagger in Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Mick Jagger, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Sir Michael Philip Jagger, known as Mick Jagger, is an iconic English musician, primarily recognized as the lead singer and a founding member of the Rolling Stones. Spanning over six decades, his career is marked by his distinctive voice, energetic stage presence, and influential frontmanship in rock music history. The songwriting partnership between Jagger and Keith Richards has produced some of rock's most enduring songs, becoming a trademark of the band's sound. Beyond his musical achievements, Jagger was known early in his career for his personal life, including romantic relationships and drug use, solidifying his image as a countercultural figure.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Legacy & Impact

1940: Parents' Marriage

In 1940, Mick Jagger's parents, Basil Fanshawe "Joe" Jagger and Eva Ensley Mary (née Scutts), were married at Holy Trinity Church in Dartford.

July 1943: Michael Philip Jagger's Birth

In July 1943, Michael Philip Jagger was born. He would later become known as Mick Jagger, the lead singer of the Rolling Stones.

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December 1947: Birth of Younger Brother Chris

In December 1947, Mick Jagger's younger brother, Chris, who is also a musician, was born.

September 1950: First Meeting with Keith Richards

In September 1950, Mick Jagger and Keith Richards first met as classmates at Wentworth Primary School in Dartford.

1954: Move to Wilmington, Kent

In 1954, the Jagger family moved to Wilmington, Kent. Also in 1954, Mick Jagger passed the eleven-plus examination and attended Dartford Grammar School.

1961: School and Flat Sharing

In 1961, Mick Jagger left school after passing exams and moved into a flat in London with Keith Richards and Brian Jones. While Richards and Jones planned a group, Jagger studied finance at the London School of Economics.

June 1963: Eel Pie Island Residency

In June 1963, the Rolling Stones began a five-month residency at Eel Pie Island Hotel. Later that autumn, Mick Jagger left the London School of Economics to pursue a musical career with the Rolling Stones.

1967: Cecil Beaton photographs Jagger's naked buttocks

In 1967, Cecil Beaton photographed Mick Jagger's naked buttocks.

1968: Demonstration against the Vietnam War

In 1968, Mick Jagger participated in a demonstration against the Vietnam War outside the US Embassy in London, which inspired him to write "Street Fighting Man" that same year.

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December 1969: Altamont Free Concert Tragedy

On 6 December 1969, the Rolling Stones performed at the Altamont Free Concert, where Meredith Hunter was stabbed to death by a Hells Angels member. The incident became symbolic of the corruption of 1960s hippy idealism.

1970: Advocacy for Imprisoned French Maoists

During a 1970 concert in Paris, Mick Jagger called for the release of imprisoned French Maoists.

1970: Purchase of Stargroves and Film Release

In 1970, Mick Jagger bought Stargroves, a manor house and estate. Also in 1970, the film Performance, in which Jagger starred, was released.

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1971: Move to Southern France

In 1971, Mick Jagger and the Rolling Stones moved to Southern France as tax exiles. Also in 1971, Jagger assumed control of the band's business affairs after their split with Allen Klein.

1971: Marriage to Bianca Pérez-Mora Macias

In 1971, Mick Jagger married Bianca Pérez-Mora Macias, a relationship that lasted until 1978.

1975: Quote about 'Satisfaction'

In 1975, Mick Jagger quipped to People magazine, "I'd rather be dead than sing 'Satisfaction' when I'm 45".

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1975: Andy Warhol paints portraits of Jagger

In 1975, pop artist Andy Warhol painted a series of silkscreen portraits of Mick Jagger.

1978: Divorce from Bianca Pérez-Mora Macias

Mick Jagger and Bianca Pérez-Mora Macias divorced in 1978, ending their marriage which began in 1971.

1986: Beaton's Jagger Photo Sells at Sotheby's

In 1986, Cecil Beaton's photograph of Mick Jagger's naked buttocks sold at Sotheby's auction house for $4,000.

1991: Affair with Carla Bruni begins

In 1991, Mick Jagger began an affair with Italian singer/model Carla Bruni, which lasted until 1994.

1994: Affair with Carla Bruni ends

In 1994, Mick Jagger's affair with Carla Bruni ended. It had begun in 1991.

May 1999: Birth of Lucas Maurice Morad Jagger

In May 1999, Brazilian model Luciana Gimenez gave birth to Lucas Maurice Morad Jagger, Mick Jagger's seventh child.

2000: Relationship with Sophie Dahl begins

In 2000, Mick Jagger began a relationship with English model Sophie Dahl, which lasted until 2001.

2001: Relationship with L'Wren Scott begins

In 2001, Mick Jagger began a relationship with fashion designer L'Wren Scott, which lasted until her death in 2014.

2001: Relationship with Sophie Dahl ends

In 2001, Mick Jagger ended his relationship with English model Sophie Dahl, which had begun in 2000.

November 2006: Death of Basil "Joe" Jagger

In November 2006, Mick Jagger's father, Basil "Joe" Jagger, died of pneumonia at the age of 93. Despite being on tour with the Rolling Stones, Jagger flew to Britain to see him before returning to Las Vegas to perform, proceeding with the show even after learning of his father's death.

2006: Report on Jagger's healthy lifestyle

As of 2006, Mick Jagger was reported to run 12 km a day, kick-box, lift weights, cycle, and practice ballet and yoga, emphasizing his healthy living habits.

2008: Carla Bruni marries Nicolas Sarkozy

In 2008, Carla Bruni, with whom Mick Jagger had an affair from 1991 to 1994, married then-President of France Nicolas Sarkozy, becoming the First Lady of France.

2010: Retrospective exhibition of portraits of Jagger presented

In 2010, a retrospective exhibition of portraits of Mick Jagger was presented at the festival Rencontres d'Arles, in France. The exhibition was the first photo album of Jagger.