Aston Merrygold Biography

(Singer)

Birthday: February 13, 1988 (Aquarius)

Born In: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire

Aston Iain Merrygold is a British singer-songwriter, dancer, actor, and television personality. He is best recognized as a former member of the boy band JLS whose members were the runners-up of the 5th season of ‘The X Factor.’ Till date, as a lead artist he has released several singles including ‘Get Stupid’, ‘I Ain't Missing You’, ‘One Night in Paris’ and ‘Trudy’. Merrygold has also released an EP titled ‘Precious’. He had started working on his debut solo album titled ‘Showstopper’ which unfortunately remains unreleased as of now. He has made appearances on many TV shows and programs like ‘Got to Dance’, ‘Fun Song Factory’ and ‘Strictly Come Dancing’. Merrygold, along with the other three members of JLS, is also associated with many endorsements. The group is known to have launched an "Aston doll", a hoodie range and a condom range titled "Just Love Safe" with Durex. JLS is also associated with several charitable organizations like Cancer Research UK, Beat Bullying, Rays of Sunshine, the MS Society and Comic Relief, to name a few.

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Quick Facts

British Celebrities Born In February

Girlfriend: Sarah Richards (fiancée)

Also Known As: Aston Iain Merrygold

Age: 36 Years, 36 Year Old Males

Family:

father: Orjan Merrygold

mother: Siobhan Merrygold

siblings: Courtney and Connor

Born Country: England

Pop Singers British Men

Height: 5'5" (165 cm), 5'5" Males

City: Peterborough, England

More Facts

education: Jack Hunt Secondary School

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    What is Aston Merrygold known for?

    Aston Merrygold is known for being a singer, dancer, and former member of the British boy band JLS.
  • 2

    How did Aston Merrygold start his career in music?

    Aston Merrygold started his career in music by auditioning for the reality television show The X Factor in 2008, where he formed the group JLS.
  • 3

    Has Aston Merrygold released any solo music?

    Yes, Aston Merrygold has released solo music since the disbandment of JLS in 2013. His debut solo album was released in 2017.
  • 4

    Has Aston Merrygold participated in any other TV shows?

    Aston Merrygold has participated in various TV shows, including appearing as a contestant on Strictly Come Dancing in 2017.
  • 5

    Is Aston Merrygold involved in any charitable activities?

    Yes, Aston Merrygold is involved in charitable activities, supporting various causes and organizations through his platform and celebrity status.
Career
In 2002, Aston Merrygold participated in the talent show ‘Stars in Their Eyes’ and finished in the second place. Then after leaving school in 2004, he was cast in the children’s show ‘Fun Song Factory’. After this, he joined the band JLS. In 2008, the group auditioned for the 5th season of ‘The X Factor’. After finishing the show in the second place, JLS signed a deal with Epic Records and went on to release four albums titled ‘JLS’, ‘Jukebox’, ‘Outta This World’ and ‘Evolution’. On 24 April 2013, the group announced its split.
In 2014, Merrygold was signed to Warner Bros Records. In July 2015, he released the single ‘Get Stupid’ from his unreleased debut album ‘Showstopper’. Soon after this, he released a few more singles: ‘Show Me,’ ‘I Ain't Missing you,’ and ‘Too Late.’
After three more song releases in the year 2017, the British singer released his six-track EP under the name ‘Precious’. The same year, he came out with his single ‘Trudy’. He then went on to participate as a contestant on the fifteenth series of the reality dance competition ‘Strictly Come Dancing’.
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Personal Life

Aston Merrygold was born as Aston Iain Merrygold on February 13, 1988, in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, England. He was raised by his mother Siobhan and stepfather Orjan. He has a sister named Courtney and five brothers including half-brother Connor. Merrygold studied at Jack Hunt Secondary School.

In 2012, he started dating Sarah Richards. The couple got engaged in 2017. In September 2017, he announced on social media that his fiancée, Sarah Lou Richards, was expecting his baby. On January 30, 2018, the couple’s son Grayson Jax Merrygold was born. On June 5, 2020, the couple welcomed their second child named Macaulay. In 2022, the couple got married.

Facts About Aston Merrygold
Aston has a hidden talent for beatboxing and often showcases his skills during live performances.
He is known for his love of fashion and has been praised for his unique sense of style, often experimenting with bold and eye-catching outfits.
Aston is a keen supporter of various charitable causes and has participated in numerous fundraising events and campaigns throughout his career.
In addition to his music career, Aston has also tried his hand at acting, appearing in TV shows such as "Strictly Come Dancing" and "Celebrity MasterChef."

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