Biography
Who is Shaznay Lewis?
Early life and background
Shaznay Lewis was born in the London Borough of Islington, United Kingdom, on October 14, 1975. She was raised by a father from Barbados and a mother from Jamaica. While her family household was known for supporting Tottenham Hotspur, Lewis herself had a different sporting connection during her youth.
As a teenager, she especially played for Arsenal L.F.C. On three occasions. This rare experience for a chart-topping pop star remains a distinct part of her personal history. She grew up in London before finding her path into the music industry.
Rise to fame with All Saints
The career of Shaznay Lewis began after she met friends of a musician named Ben Volpeliere-Pierrot. He introduced her to the Metamorphosis recording studios located on All Saints Road in London. While performing backing vocals there in 1993, she met Melanie Blatt. The two decided to record music together.
They eventually formed the group All Saints 1.9.7.5., which later shortened its name to All Saints. Following some lineup changes that saw Nicole and Natalie Appleton join, the group achieved international success. Their 1997 single Never Ever was a major breakthrough, topping charts in the United Kingdom and Australia. The song sold over 1.2 million copies in the UK alone.
Solo career and acting
In 2002, Shaznay Lewis expanded her creative output by acting in the film Bend It Like Beckham. She played the character Mel in the production, which received nominations for both BAFTA and Golden Globe awards. She also appeared in a project called Hideous Man that same year.
Her solo music career launched in 2004 with the release of her debut album, titled Open. This record reached number 22 on the UK Albums Chart. It featured the single Never Felt Like This Before, which reached the top 10 in the United Kingdom. She worked with various producers on this project, including Basement Jaxx and K-Gee.
Family and personal life
Shaznay Lewis married dancer Christian Storm Horsfall on August 21, 2004. The couple has two children together. Their first child, a son named Tyler-Xaine, was born in February 2006. They welcomed their second child, a daughter named Tigerlily, in November 2009.
Throughout her adult life, she has balanced her time between recording, songwriting, and family commitments. Her career has seen several reunions with All Saints, including tours supporting bands like the Backstreet Boys and Take That.
Birthday and age
Shaznay Lewis was born on October 14, 1975, which makes Shaznay 51 years old today. That birthday falls under the Libra sign. Shaznay shares the date with 46 other famous people.
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