Freddie Mercury

Freddie Mercury (born Farrokh Bulsara September 5, 1946 – 24 November 1991)[2] was a British musician of Indian descent, best known as the lead vocalist and a songwriter of the rock band Queen. As a performer, he was known for his flamboyant stage persona and powerful vocals over a four-octave range. As a songwriter, Mercury composed many hits, including "Bohemian Rhapsody", "Killer Queen", "Somebody to Love", "Don't Stop Me Now", "Crazy Little Thing Called Love", "We Are the Champions" and "Barcelona". In addition to his work with Queen, he also led a solo career and was occasionally a producer and guest musician (piano or vocals) for other artists.

• Born: Farrokh Bulsara (1946-09-05) 5 September 1946 Stone Town, Sultanate of Zanzibar
• Died: 24 November 1991 (1991-11-24) (aged 45) London, England
• Cause of death: Bronchopneumonia as a complication of AIDS
• Nationality: British
• Other names: Freddie Bulsara, Larry Lurex
• Education: St. Peter's School, Panchgani
• Alma mater: Isleworth Polytechnic College, Ealing Art College
• Occupation: Singer, songwriter, record producer
• Years active: 1969–1991
• Partner(s): Mary Austin (1970–1976), Jim Hutton (1985–1991)
• Parent(s): Bomi Bulsara (1908–2003), Jer Bulsara (1922–2016)
• Genres: Rock
• Instruments: Vocals, keyboards
• Labels: Columbia, Polydor, EMI, Parlophone, Hollywood
• Associated acts: Queen, Montserrat Caballé