Harry Styles

About

Harry Styles is an English singer, songwriter, and actor who gained recognition as a member of the British boy band One Direction formed during the 2010 season of the UK television show X Factor. Born on February 1, 1994, in Redditch, Worcestershire, England, Styles released his self-titled debut album as a solo artist in May 2017 and received widespread acclaim. His second album "Fine Line" (2019), debuted at number 1 on the US Billboard 200 and he is known for his flamboyant fashion sense. Beyond music, Styles made his acting debut in the 2017 film "Dunkirk."

Associated With

Harry Styles has had multiple interactions with individuals in the entertainment industry, from dating to professional collaborations. He dated pop sensation Taylor Swift in 2012-13, and their relationship remains a popular topic. Kendall Jenner, another high-profile figure he dated, is also well-known. Style's music career includes being a part of One Direction, a boy band formed on 'The X Factor' in 2010, where his association with Niall Horan, Zayn Malik, Liam Payne, and Louis Tomlinson became prominent. He made his acting debut in Christopher Nolan's 'Dunkirk,' working alongside established actors like Tom Hardy and Cillian Murphy. He's collaborating with Olivia Wilde on 'Don't Worry Darling,' where Wilde is directing and Styles is starring. Jimmy Napes and Kid Harpoon are frequent collaborators of Styles in his solo music projects.

Career Highlights

• 2010: Harry Styles auditioned for "The X Factor UK" and was placed in the band, One Direction. They finished the competition in third place.
• 2011: One Direction released their debut album, "Up All Night," which debuted at number one in the United States.
• 2012: Their second album, "Take Me Home," was released and was another major commercial success.
• 2013: Styles and One Direction released the album "Midnight Memories," which also topped charts in numerous countries.
• 2014: One Direction's fourth studio album "Four," was another global success, giving Styles his fourth consecutive number-one album.
• 2015: They released their fifth album, "Made in the A.M.," after which Styles and his band members announced they would be taking a hiatus.
• 2016: Harry Styles signed a recording deal as a solo artist with Columbia Records.
• 2017: Styles debuted as a solo artist with his self-titled album, "Harry Styles," which debuted at number one in the UK and the US. Also in 2017, he made his acting debut in Christopher Nolan's war film, "Dunkirk."
• 2018: Styles received two Brit Award nominations for British Album of the Year and British Artist Video of the Year.
• 2019: He released his second studio album, "Fine Line," which debuted atop the U.S. Billboard 200, and received critical acclaim.
• 2020: Styles's single "Watermelon Sugar" topped the Billboard Hot 100, earning him his first number-one single in the US. He also won the Brit Award for British Single for "Watermelon Sugar."
• 2021: Styles won his first Grammy Awards for Best Pop Vocal Album for "Fine Line" and Best Pop Solo Performance for "Watermelon Sugar."

Notable Awards

• Harry Styles is a prominent popular music musician, who has won multiple awards throughout his career, both as part of the boy band One Direction, and as a solo artist. Here are a few notable ones:
• BRIT Awards: In 2021, Harry Styles won the BRIT Award for British Single with his song "Watermelon Sugar".
• Grammy Awards: In 2021, Styles won his first Grammy for Best Pop Solo Performance for "Watermelon Sugar".
• American Music Awards: Styles won the Best Pop/Rock Album for "Fine Line" at the 2020 American Music Awards.
• iHeartRadio Music Awards: In 2021, Styles received the Best Music Video award for "Watermelon Sugar".
• Billboard Music Awards: In 2021, he won Top Radio Songs Artist.
• ARIA Music Awards: In 2017, Styles won Best International Artist.

FAQs

What Is the Most Popular Harry Styles Song/Album?

Harry Styles, a former member of the British boy band One Direction, has achieved significant success as a solo artist. His most popular song to date is "Watermelon Sugar," which reached number one on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and won a Grammy for Best Pop Solo Performance in 2021. The album from which the song comes, "Fine Line," is also incredibly popular. Released in 2019, it debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 and UK Albums Chart, further cementing Styles' position as a global pop sensation. Furthermore, Styles has also ventured into film with notable projects like "Dunkirk."

How Did Harry Styles Get Famous?

Harry Styles gained his fame through the popular reality TV show "The X Factor." In 2010, at the age of 16, he auditioned as a solo artist, but was eventually put together with four other contestants - Niall Horan, Zayn Malik, Liam Payne, and Louis Tomlinson - to form the boy band One Direction. Despite finishing third, the band signed with Simon Cowell's record label and rose to global fame, releasing multiple hit albums and singles. Harry's distinctive voice, charismatic presence, and contribution to songwriting made him stand out, paving the way for a successful solo career after One Direction went on an indefinite hiatus in 2016.