Gary Holton
Gary Frederick Holton (22 September 1952 – 25 October 1985) was a British singer-songwriter, musician and actor from London. He was the frontman of the band Heavy Metal Kids (1972–1977), worked with Casino Steel (1981–1984), and played the part of Wayne (a.k.a. London) in the UK television comedy Auf Wiedersehen, Pet (1983–1985). Holton died from an overdose of morphine combined with alcohol in 1985.
Gary Holton | |
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Performing in 1974. | |
| Born | Gary Frederick Holton 22 September 1952 Clapham, London, England |
| Died | 25 October 1985 (aged 33) London, England |
| Resting place | Maesgwastad Cemetery, Welshpool, Wales |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, actor |
| Years active | 1971–1985 |
| Spouse |
Donna Campbell (m. 1979) |
| Children | 1 |
| Musical career | |
| Genres | |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar, keyboards, harmonica |
| Labels | Safari, Receiver, Magnet |
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