Ian Gillan
| Born | August 19, 1945 |
| Hometown | Chiswick, United Kingdom |
| Net worth | $40 million |
| Height | 6'2" (1.88m) |
| Spouse | Bron |
| Children | Grace Gillan |
| Parents | Audrey Gillan, Bill Gillan |
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Deep Purple announce 2019 US tour dates
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Deep Purple accountant headed to prison for stealing nearly $3 million from the band
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