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How old is Tony Hadley, when was he in Spandau Ballet and who is his wife Alison Evers?

The True singer quit the New Romantic group in 2017

TONY Hadley shocked Spandau Ballet fans across the world when he announced his departure from the band.

But just who's the man with the golden voice? Here's the lowdown on the singer...

 Tony Hadley is a British singer
Tony Hadley is a British singerCredit: Rex Features

Who is Tony Hadley? What is his background?

Anthony Patrick "Tony" Hadley was born June 2, 1960, in London.

He is an English pop singer-songwriter, actor and radio presenter.

He ascended to fame in the 1980s as the lead singer of the new wave band Spandau Ballet.

He is also a solo artist and has enjoyed sell-out tours.

Tony quit Spandau Ballet in 2017.

It's now been revealed he is set to guest star on ITV's comedy, Benidorm.

 Tony shot to fame in Spandau Ballet
Tony shot to fame in Spandau BalletCredit: Redferns

When did Tony Hadley join Spandau Ballet?

Spandau Ballet are an English band formed in London in 1979.

They became one of the most successful groups to emerge during the New Romantic era.

Tony was the singer of the band and he joined brothers Gary Kemp and Martin Kemp on guitars, saxophonist Steve Norman and drummer John Keeble.

The band split in 1990 but got back together again in 2009.

 The band reformed in 2009 but Tony is now OUT of the group
The band reformed in 2009 but Tony is now OUT of the groupCredit: Getty Images

Why did Tony Hadley quit Spandau Ballet?

Tony tweeted this statement to reveal he was no longer in the band: "Due to circumstances beyond my control, it is with deep regret that I am required to state that I am no longer a member of the band Spandau Ballet and as such I will no longer a member of the band Spandau Ballet

He went on: "And as such I will not be performing with the band in the future "


However, a source told The Sun that money was the major factor in Tony leaving.

In the past, there has been in-fighting in the band.

Shortly after the band split up in the 90s, there was a disagreement about royalties.

Tony, along with Steve and John launched an unsuccessful court case against Gary for a share of his songwriting royalties.

Although they vowed to appeal the verdict, they later decided against this.

How much is Tony Hadley worth?

Tony has amassed quite a fortune since his rise to fame in the 80s.

He is believed to be worth nearly £8million.

This is through working with Spandau Ballet and performing as a solo artist.

Who is Tony Hadley's wife?

Tony has been married twice.

Once to Leonie Lawson from 1983 to 2003.

He is now married to Alison Evers.

He has five children.

Tony Hadley sings Spandau Ballet's hit True on Benidorm