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Thom Yorke (born 7 October 1968) is an English musician and the lead vocalist, guitarist, pianist, and main songwriter of the alternative rock band Radiohead. Known for his distinctive falsetto vocals and melancholic lyrics, Yorke has also pursued a successful solo career and collaborated with artists like Atoms for Peace.

Early Life

Born in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, England, Yorke had multiple surgeries on his left eye as a child, resulting in a drooping eyelid. He received his first guitar at age seven and joined his first band at age ten. He attended Abingdon School, where he met future Radiohead bandmates.

Career

Yorke formed Radiohead with his schoolmates in 1985. The band achieved international fame with their album OK Computer (1997). Alongside his work with Radiohead, Yorke has released solo albums, including The Eraser (2006) and Anima (2019), and has collaborated with other artists and projects like Atoms for Peace.

Personal Life

Yorke was in a relationship with Rachel Owen from 1992 until 2015; they had two children. He married Italian actress Dajana Roncione in 2020.

Awards

Yorke and Radiohead have won multiple Grammy Awards and have been nominated for the Mercury Prize several times. Yorke has also received individual recognition for his songwriting and composing work.