About
Pop singer whose 1987 single "Never Gonna Give You Up" reached #1 in more than twenty countries. He won Best Act Ever at the 2008 MTV Europe Music Awards.
Trivia
He was the subject of an internet meme entitled "Rickrolling," in which the music video for "Never Gonna Give You Up" popped up at random on a viewer's computer screen.
Before Fame
He worked as a driver and local night club performer after dropping out of high school.
Family Life
His marriage to Lene Bausager produced a daughter named Emilie.
Associated With
He collaborated with Elton John on "Can You Feel the Love Tonight," a 1994 single that was featured on The Lion King soundtrack.