Gavin Rossdale Biography: Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Parents, Height, Songs, Awards, Wife, Children, Music Video

Gavin McGregor Rossdale is a British musician renowned as the lead singer and rhythm guitarist of the rock band Bush, which he co-founded in 1992.

Following the band’s split in 2002, Rossdale became Institute’s lead vocalist and guitarist before pursuing a solo career. He rejoined Bush in 2010 when the band reunited.

In 2013, the British Academy honored him with its Ivor Novello Award for International Achievement in recognition of his contributions to music.

Recently, Rossdale expanded his interest in culinary arts, launching a new show titled Rockstar Kitchen Chronicles.

Profile

• Full Name: Gavin McGregor Rossdale
• Stage Name: Gavin Rossdale
• Born: 30 October 1965
• Age: 59 years old
• Birthplace: Marylebone, London, United Kingdom
• Nationality: British
• Occupation: British musician
• Height: 1.85 m
• Parent: Barbara Stephan and Douglas Rossdale
• Siblings: Lorraine Rossdale, Soraya Rossdale, and David Rossdale
• Spouse: Gwen Stefani (m. 2002–2016)
• Children: Daisy Lowe, Kingston Rossdale, and Zuma Nesta Rock Rossdale
• Relationship: Divorced
• Net Worth: $45 million

Early Life And Education

Gavin McGregor Rossdale was born on October 30, 1965, in Marylebone, London, England. He is the son of Barbara Stephan (née Bowie) and Douglas Rossdale, a doctor.

Rossdale has three siblings: two sisters, Lorraine (the elder) and Soraya (the younger), and a half-brother, David Rossdale, who is a bishop. His father is of Russian Jewish descent, while his mother has Scottish heritage, giving him a mixed ethnic background.

Rossdale attended Westminster School starting in 1979, but he struggled with bullying and did not enjoy his time there. At 17, he left the school to pursue his passion for music. Although his religious beliefs are not publicly known, Rossdale has a diverse heritage.

Career

Gavin Rossdale’s musical career began in the 1980s with the pop band Midnight, which provided him with valuable experience despite limited success. He then briefly joined The Little Dukes before co-founding the grunge band Bush in 1992, named initially Future Primitive.

Bush’s breakthrough came with their 1994 debut album Sixteen Stone, which achieved massive success, especially in the U.S., making them one of the most successful rock bands of the 1990s. The band followed up with albums like Razorblade Suitcase and The Science of Things, which further solidified their commercial standing, although they did not replicate the same success in the UK.

After Bush disbanded in 2002, Rossdale explored new musical directions with Institute, where he served as lead singer and guitarist. The band’s 2005 album Distort Yourself did not meet commercial expectations, leading Rossdale to focus on a solo career.

His 2008 single “Love Remains the Same” from the album WANDERlust marked a successful return to the charts. In 2010, Bush reunited and released The Kingdom, which was well-received by critics. This allowed Rossdale to continue balancing his work with the band alongside solo endeavors.

He also expanded into acting, appearing in films like Constantine (2005) and The Bling Ring (2013), and guest-starring in TV series such as Criminal Minds and Burn Notice. Throughout his career, Rossdale has garnered numerous accolades, including the Ivor Novello Award for International Achievement in 2013, acknowledging his contributions to music.

Beyond his musical and acting pursuits, Rossdale has maintained a notable presence in popular culture through various media projects. As of 2025, he continues to perform with Bush, release new music, and contribute to television and film, further cementing his multifaceted career in the entertainment industry.

Awards and Nominations

Gavin Rossdale has received several notable awards and nominations throughout his career:

• Ivor Novello Award: Won in 2013 for International Achievement in Songwriting.
• Grammy Nominations: Nominated multiple times with Bush, including for Best Hard Rock Performance.
• MTV Video Music Awards: Nominated for Best Art Direction for “Glycerine” in 1997.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @gavinrossdale
• Facebook handle: Gavin Rossdale
• Twitter handle: @GavinRossdale

Personal Life

Gavin Rossdale, the lead singer of Bush, was married to Gwen Stefani from 2002 until their divorce in 2016. The couple shares three sons: Kingston, Zuma, and Apollo. In 2023, Rossdale began a relationship with musician Xhoana X, which became public in March 2024 when he posted a photo of them together on Instagram.

Discography

Bush Albums

• Sixteen Stone (1994)
• Razorblade Suitcase (1996)
• Deconstructed (1997)
• The Science of Things (1999)
• Golden State (2001)
• The Sea of Memories (2011)
• Man on the Run (2014)
• Black and White Rainbows (2017)
• The Kingdom (2020)
• The Art of Survival (2022)

Solo Albums

• Wanderlust (2008)

Institute Album

• Distort Yourself (2005)

Filmography

• The Bling Ring
• How to Rob a Bank
• Constantine
• The Game of Their Lives
• Little Black Book
• Zoolander
• An American Werewolf in Paris
• Tank Girl
• Mallrats

Net Worth

Gavin Rossdale’s net worth is estimated at $45 million, primarily derived from his successful career as the lead singer of Bush, which sold millions of records. His wealth also comes from his solo work and involvement in other musical projects, including the band Institute.