Queen Legend Brian May's Astounding Wealth and Life with EastEnders Star Wife
Brian May, renowned guitarist and founding member of the legendary rock band Queen, is a man of extraordinary talent and accomplishments. At 77, he is not only a celebrated musician, songwriter, and record producer, but also a passionate animal rights activist and astrophysicist. He recently added documentary maker to his impressive repertoire with a BBC Two film on badger culling, set to air on Friday, 23 August at 9pm.
May's multi-faceted career has undoubtedly contributed to his substantial fortune. Born in Hampton Hill, Middlesex, he co-founded Queen in 1970 alongside drummer Roger Taylor and bassist John Deacon, with Freddie Mercury joining as lead vocalist. The band achieved phenomenal global success, with many of their songs remaining popular classics.
May's contributions to Queen extend beyond his iconic guitar riffs. He penned numerous tracks for the band and subsequently embarked on a successful solo career, releasing two albums, *Back to the Light
and *Another World*, in the 1990s.
Beyond the music scene, May holds a BSc (Hons) degree and ARCS in physics from Imperial College London. He also pursued a PhD in the same field from 1970 to 1974, but put his studies on hold as Queen rose to stardom. He eventually returned to academia, completing his PhD and graduating in 2008.
May's impressive career across multiple disciplines has reportedly garnered him a staggering net worth of £199 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth. In 2019, he was estimated to be worth £160 million, earning him a place on The Sunday Times Rich List.
Beyond his professional achievements, May is also known for his enduring love for his wife, actress Anita Dobson, who is renowned for her role as Angie Watts in the popular soap opera *EastEnders
during the 1980s. The pair met in 1986 and tied the knot in 2000, remaining a steadfast couple ever since. Dobson served as the muse for May's 1989 hit song *I Want It All*.
Prior to his marriage to Dobson, May was married to Christine Mullen. Their union ended in divorce in 1988. Together, they have three children: James, Louisa, and Emily Ruth.
Brian May's life is a testament to the power of passion, persistence, and a dedication to pursuing multiple paths. From rock legend to astrophysicist, his story continues to inspire and amaze.
