KT Tunstall Biography: Spouse, Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Parents, Height, Songs, Ethnicity, Music Videos

KT Tunstall is a Scottish singer-songwriter who became famous with her breakout hit “Black Horse and the Cherry Tree.”

This song performed live on the show Later… with Jools Holland, propelled her to fame in the mid-2000s.

Tunstall’s music is characterized by her soulful voice and skilful guitar work, which have earned her critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base.

Over the years, she has released multiple albums, each reflecting her growth as an artist.

Profile

• Full name: Kate Victoria Tunstall
• Nickname: KT
• Date of birth: June 23, 1975
• Age: 49 years old
• Gender: Female
• Place of birth: Edinburgh, Scotland
• Nationality: Scottish
• Profession: Singer-songwriter, guitarist
• Height: 5 feet 5 inches (165 cm)
• Parents: Adoptive parents: David Tunstall (father), Rosemarie Tunstall (mother); Biological parents: Carol Ann Orr (mother), John Corrigan (father)
• Siblings: Adoptive brothers: Joe Tunstall and Dan Tunstall; Biological half-sisters: Siobhan Tunstall and Lesley-Anne Tunstall
• Spouse: Luke Bullen (married in 2008, divorced in 2013)
• Children: N/A
• Relationship status: Single
• Religion: N/A
• Ethnicity: Scottish with Chinese ancestry
• Net worth: $10 million

Early Life and Education

KT Tunstall, born June 23, 1975, is now 49. She was born in Edinburgh but grew up primarily in St. Andrews, Scotland. Tunstall was adopted at birth. Her father was a physicist who often took her and her siblings to the St. Andrews observatory to explore the night sky.

Tunstall attended several schools during her education, including Madras College in St Andrews and Kent School in Connecticut. She later studied at Royal Holloway College in London, where she majored in music.

Throughout her teenage years, she developed her musical talents by learning piano and flute before teaching herself to play guitar. She began writing songs in her mid-teens, drawing inspiration from various musical influences.

Personal Life

KT Tunstall’s personal life has seen its share of ups and downs. She was previously married to drummer Luke Bullen, whom she met while on tour. The couple married in 2008 but divorced in 2013 after five years of marriage. Tunstall has spoken openly about the challenges she experienced during their relationship and how they influenced her songwriting.

Career

Tunstall’s career began in earnest when she released her debut album, Eye to the Telescope, in 2004. The album featured hits like “Black Horse and the Cherry Tree” and “Suddenly I See,” which helped establish her as a prominent figure in the music industry.

Over the years, she has released several albums that showcase her evolution as an artist, including Drastic Fantastic, Tiger Suit, and KIN. Her music has been featured in various films and television shows, further solidifying her status as a talented songwriter.

Awards

KT Tunstall has received numerous awards throughout her career:

• BRIT Award for Best British Female Artist (2006)
• Ivor Novello Award for Best Song (“Suddenly I See,” 2006)
• Mercury Prize nomination (2005)
• Grammy Award nomination for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance (2007)
• Q Magazine Award for Best Track (“Black Horse and the Cherry Tree,” 2005)
• European Border Breakers Award (2006)

Net worth

KT Tunstall’s net worth is estimated to be around $10 million. She has accumulated this wealth through album sales, concert tours, and licensing deals for her music in film and television.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @kttunstall
• Twitter handle: @kttunstall

Filmography

• This is Jinsy on Sky Atlantic

Discography

• Eye to the Telescope (2004)
• KT Tunstall’s Acoustic Extravaganza (2006)
• Drastic Fantastic (2007)
• Tiger Suit (2010)
• Invisible Empire // Crescent Moon (2013)
• KIN (2016)
• WAX (2018)
• Nut (2022)
• Face to Face (2023) – a collaboration with Suzi Quatro