Gary Lightbody

Ivor Novello Awards 2016 - Arrivals

Lightbody in 2016, photo by Prphotos

Birth Name: Gareth John Lightbody

Place of Birth: Bangor, County Down, Northern Ireland

Date of Birth: 15 June, 1976

Ethnicity: Northern Irish

Gary Lightbody is a Northern Irish singer, songwriter, guitarist, and multi-instrumentalist. He is the lead singer and rhythm guitarist of the alternative rock band Snow Patrol.

Gary is the son of Lynne (Wray) and Jack Lightbody. His father is from Rosemount, County Derry, Northern Ireland. Gary’s family is Protestant.

Source: http://www.derryjournal.com

2 Responses

  1. Hadnodiner says:

    so english, scottish or both?

  2. toddandrew says:

    Most likely Ulster Scots.

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