Zayn Malik's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Zayn Malik. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Zayn Malik is an English singer known for his participation in the British television show The X Factor in 2010. He was initially eliminated as a solo contestant but was later brought back to form the boy band One Direction. The group achieved significant commercial success, becoming one of the best-selling boy bands ever. Malik departed from One Direction in March 2015 and subsequently signed a solo recording contract with RCA Records to pursue his solo career.

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February 2011: Release of One Direction: Forever Young and X Factor Live Tour

In February 2011, One Direction released their book, One Direction: Forever Young, which topped The Sunday Times' Best Seller list, and performed for 500,000 people on the X Factor Live Tour.

2011: Ranked on Glamour's "World's Sexiest Men" List

In 2011, Zayn Malik was ranked number 27 on Glamour's "World's Sexiest Men" list, gaining recognition for his appearance.

March 2012: International Release of Up All Night

In March 2012, One Direction's album Up All Night was released internationally, becoming the first UK group to have their debut album reach number one in the United States.

May 2012: Release of Up All Night: The Live Tour and Dare to Dream

In May 2012, One Direction released Up All Night: The Live Tour, a video album, and their first book in America, Dare to Dream, topped The New York Times Best Seller list.

2013: Billboard Music Award with One Direction

In 2013, Zayn Malik, as a member of One Direction, won the Billboard Music Award for New Artist of the Year.

2014: British GQ's Best Dressed Male

In 2014, Zayn Malik was voted British GQ's best dressed male, highlighting his influence in fashion.

2015: Sexiest Male Awards

In 2015, Zayn Malik was voted the "Sexiest Male in Pop" and the "World's Sexiest Asian Man", recognizing his widespread appeal.

January 2016: Release of "Pillowtalk"

In January 2016, Zayn Malik released his debut single, "Pillowtalk", which debuted at number one in both the UK and the US.

2016: Debut on BoF500 Index

In 2016, Zayn Malik debuted on The Business of Fashion's annual BoF500 index, recognizing him as one of the most influential people in fashion.

2016: Ranked on Glamour's "100 Sexiest Men" List

In 2016, Zayn Malik ranked fifth on Glamour's "100 Sexiest Men" list, continuing to be recognized for his attractiveness.

2016: Release of Mind of Mine and "Pillowtalk"

In 2016, Zayn Malik released his first solo studio album, Mind of Mine, and its lead single, "Pillowtalk", achieving number one debuts in both the UK and US, a significant achievement for a British male artist.