Synopses & Reviews
One of the world's best-loved singing stars shares his story, from his first 10 years in India to life now as a legend—including stories of friends from Muhammad Ali to Elvis PresleyThe man known simply as "Enge" by his millions of fans worldwide has sold more than 150 million records and is in the Guinness Book of Records for achieving 56 consecutive weeks on the charts with "Release Me." From living on the dole and receiving last rites with tuberculosis, to buying a Hollywood palace with a heart-shaped pool and a fleet of 14 Rolls Royces, Engelbert wears his "King of Romance" crown so well that horticulturists even named a rose after him. And the love god has certainly lived up to his reputation, indulging in a string of affairs and one-night stands, while remaining happily married to his first love Patricia. Forty years after his early hits Enge is still at the very top, selling out concerts across the world and even representing the UK at the 2012 Eurovision Song Contest, recording his entry in London, Nashville, and Los Angeles. Inspired by the warmth of his millions of affectionate fans and the endless support of his wife, Engelbert shares his incredible life story with openness, humor, and astonishing honesty.
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"An unusually honest autobiography." —Mail on Sunday
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"There are many fascinating aspects to this story. . . . He writes with astonishing candor . . . insightful and curiously unsentimental." —Ireland on Sunday
Synopsis
The man known simply as 'Enge' by his millions of fans worldwide has sold over 150 million records and is in the Guinness Book of Records for achieving 56 consecutive weeks in the chart with 'Release Me'.
From living on the dole and receiving last rites with tuberculosis, to buying a Hollywood palace with a heart-shaped pool and a fleet of fourteen Rolls Royces, Engelbert wears his 'King of Romance' crown so well that horticulturists even named a rose after him. And the love god has certainly lived up to his reputation, indulging in a string of affairs and one-night stands, whilst remaining happily married to his first love Patricia.
Forty years on from his early hits 'Enge' is still at the very top, selling out concerts across the world, representing the UK at the 2012 Eurovision Song Contest, and topping the charts in all the major markets.
Inspired by the warmth of his millions of affectionate fans and the endless support of his wife, Engelbert shares his incredible life story with openness, humour and astonishing honesty.
About the Author
Engelbert Humperdinck has been a legend in the international music industry for more than 40 years. He has four Grammy nominations and a Golden Globe, has sold more than 150 million records, and his remarkable voice and extraordinary talent have endeared him to millions of fans around the world. Katie Wright is a show business journalist who writes for such publications as People and US Weekly. She lives in Los Angeles.