History of Niall Horan in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 18, 2026

Niall James Horan is an Irish singer-songwriter who gained international fame as a member of the boy band One Direction. Formed on The X Factor in 2010, One Direction achieved phenomenal success, releasing five albums and becoming one of the best-selling boy bands in history. Horan's career trajectory is defined by his involvement in this highly successful pop group.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

2010: Canvassing for the Labour Party

In 2010, Niall Horan showed his support for the Labour Party by canvassing for them.

2013: Support for Comic Relief

In 2013, as a member of One Direction, Niall Horan supported Comic Relief.

May 2014: Hosting the Charity Football Challenge

In May 2014, Niall Horan hosted the Charity Football Challenge at Leicester City's King Power Stadium to raise money for Irish Autism Action. The event had 10,000 spectators and raised about £300,000.

2015: Involvement in Action 1D Campaign

In 2015, Niall Horan was involved in the Action 1D campaign, which aimed to end extreme poverty, tackle inequality, and slow down climate change with the help of their millions of fans.

2016: Support for Irish Autism Action and Soccer Aid

In 2016, Niall Horan continued to support Irish Autism Action by creating limited-edition T-shirts and participated in Soccer Aid to raise funds for UNICEF.

2017: Receiving an Arnie Award

In 2017, Niall Horan received an Arnie Award for his work with charities.

2019: Participation in Soccer Aid

In 2019, Niall Horan was part of the Soccer Aid star lineup, raising funds for UNICEF to benefit children around the world.

November 2020: Live-streamed Concert at the Royal Albert Hall

On 7 November 2020, Niall Horan performed a special live-streamed concert at the Royal Albert Hall to support his touring crew and We Need Crew during the COVID-19 pandemic.