John Lennon

John Lennon

English singer and songwriter, founding member of The Beatles
One of the greatest figures in popular music during the '60s, followed by a highly adventurous and eclectic solo career.
BornOctober 9, 1940
HometownLiverpool, England
Net worth$200 million
Height5'10" (1.79m)
SpouseYoko Ono (m 1969 - 1980) , Cynthia Lennon (m 1962 - 1968)
PartnerMay Pang (1973 - 1975)
ChildrenJulian Lennon , Sean Ono Lennon
ParentsJulia Lennon , Alfred Lennon
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On This Day - 1 June 1969

In 1969, John Lennon, Yoko Ono and friends recorded anti-war anthem "Give Peace a Chance." (June 1)
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