Howard Donald

Singer-songwriter and producer with Take That

Howard Donald - Singer-songwriter and producer with Take That
Born

April 28th, 1968
57 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United Kingdom

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Born in 1968 in England, a singer-songwriter and music producer. Gained prominence as a member of the pop group Take That, which achieved significant commercial success in the 1990s and experienced a successful reunion in the 2000s. Contributed to the group's distinctive sound and notable hits while also pursuing a solo career and various musical projects. Collaborated with other artists and worked on producing music, showcasing versatility within the industry.

Performed as a member of Take That

Released solo music projects

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