Guide Note: Cliff Richard is a British musician, actor and businessman whose career spans six decades. While Richard has had hit songs in the US, he is much more well-known in the UK -- where he's considered by many to be one of the most popular entertainers of all-time.
Fast Facts:
- Birth Name: Harry Rodger Webb
- Born: October 14, 1940
- Origin: Lucknow, United Provinces, British India (raised in North London)
- Years Active: 1958-present
- Record Label(s): EMI, Decca, Columbia, Epic, Rocket, Papillon
- Discography
- Has sold more than 250 million records
- 14 #1 singles in the UK, more than Elvis Presley and The Beatles
- Knighted in 1995
