Childhood and Education Journey of Robert Plant in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 9, 2026

An overview of the childhood and early education of Robert Plant, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Robert Plant is an English singer and songwriter best known as the lead singer and lyricist of the legendary rock band Led Zeppelin. From 1968 to 1980, he captivated audiences with his powerful, wide-ranging voice and energetic stage presence. Following Led Zeppelin's breakup, Plant embarked on a successful solo career, exploring diverse musical styles and collaborating with artists like Alison Krauss. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest rock singers of all time, celebrated for his vocal abilities and flamboyant persona.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles

November 1968: Marriage to Maureen Wilson

On 9 November 1968, Robert Plant married Maureen Wilson. They had three children together.

1972: Birth of son Karac Pendragon

In 1972, Robert Plant and Maureen Wilson had a son named Karac Pendragon.

1977: Death of son Karac Pendragon

In 1977, during Led Zeppelin's US tour, Robert Plant and Maureen Wilson's five-year-old son, Karac, died of a stomach illness. The song "All My Love" is a tribute to him.

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1979: Birth of son Logan Romero

In 1979, Robert Plant and Maureen Wilson had a son named Logan Romero.

August 1983: Divorce from Maureen Wilson

In August 1983, Robert Plant and Maureen Wilson divorced.

1991: Birth of son Jesse Lee

In 1991, Robert Plant and Shirley Wilson (sister of Maureen Wilson) had a son named Jesse Lee.

1993: Started dating Najma Akhtar

From 1993, Robert Plant dated the British-Indian singer Najma Akhtar, who provided vocals on the Page and Plant Unledded tour.

1995: Ended relationship with Najma Akhtar

Robert Plant's relationship with British-Indian singer Najma Akhtar, who provided vocals on the Page and Plant Unledded tour, ended in 1995.

September 2004: Donation to Owain Glyndŵr statue

In September 2004, Robert Plant donated money for the creation of a bronze statue of Owain Glyndŵr, the last native-born Welsh Prince of Wales, in Pennal, Gwynedd, Wales. He also contributed to a slate carving of Glyndŵr's coat of arms at the Celtica museum in Machynlleth.

July 2009: Invested as Commander of the Order of the British Empire

On 10 July 2009, Robert Plant was invested as a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) by then-Prince Charles III for his services to music.

August 2009: Named vice-president of Wolverhampton Wanderers

On 14 August 2009, Robert Plant was announced as the third vice-president of the Wolverhampton Wanderers football club. He officially received the honor before a match against West Ham United.

August 2010: Recalls childhood visit to Molineux Stadium

In August 2010, Robert Plant recalled visiting Molineux Stadium for the first time at age five, when Billy Wright waved at him, in an interview with the Express & Star.

July 2012: Plant speaks about his relationship with Patty Griffin

In a July 2012 interview with The Independent, Robert Plant stated he had "eloped and ran off to Texas" with the American singer Patty Griffin. His manager clarified that Plant was just referring to residing in Texas with her. They had been dating for over a year.

2013: Contribution to save The Bell Inn

In early 2013, Robert Plant contributed to a community buyout scheme to save the music venue, The Bell Inn, in Bath, Somerset.

August 2014: Plant and Griffin end relationship

On 23 August 2014, The Independent indicated that Robert Plant and Patty Griffin had broken up. Plant cited differences in lifestyle, including Griffin's lack of enthusiasm for cider and his Black Country behavior after drinking.

2020: Donation towards COVID-19 medical supplies

In 2020, Robert Plant donated money towards frontline medical supplies during the COVID-19 pandemic. The funds went to a clothing manufacturer in Kidderminster, England that makes scrubs for local hospitals.

March 2022: Guest on BBC Radio 4's Desert Island Discs

On 15 March 2022, Robert Plant was the guest on BBC Radio 4's Desert Island Discs. His musical choices included "I Ain't Superstitious" by Howlin' Wolf and "Ohio" by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young. His book choice was The Earliest English Poems, translated by Michael Alexander.

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