Niall Horan

Irish singer from One Direction

Niall Horan - Irish singer from One Direction
Born

September 13th, 1993
31 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Ireland

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Born in September 1993, this artist rose to fame as a member of the boy band One Direction, formed on the reality show The X Factor UK in 2010. The group achieved global success with hit albums and singles, including 'What Makes You Beautiful' and 'Story of My Life.' After the band's hiatus in 2016, he launched a solo career, releasing his debut album 'Flicker' in 2017, which included the popular single 'This Town.' Horan incorporates a blend of pop with acoustic elements in his music, earning recognition for his songwriting and vocal abilities. He has also been involved in various charitable initiatives.

Member of One Direction

Released 'Flicker' solo album

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