David Essex

David Essex

78 · Born: Jul 23, 1947

Personal Details

BornJul 23, 1947 Plaistow, London, England, UK
Spouse
  • Susan Hallam-Wright

    ( Sep 20, 2010 to Dec 7, 2025 )
  • Carlotta Christy

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 31, 1969 )
  • Maureen Neal

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 31, 1969 )

Biography

David Essex, a renowned singer, performer, and actor, was born on July 23, 1947, in Plaistow, London, England, under the name David Albert Cook. This multifaceted individual has made a lasting impact in the entertainment industry, with notable roles in films such as The Devil's Rejects (2005),That'll Be the Day (1973),and Stardust (1974).

Throughout his life, David Essex has been blessed with a loving family. He has been married to Susan Hallam-Wright since September 20, 2010, and has previously been married to Carlotta Christy and Maureen Neal.

Career

2025
Twiggy
Twiggy as (archival footage)
2017
The Black Prince
The Black Prince as Colonel Hurbon
2014
2013
Traveller
Traveller as Blackberry
2005
1988
The River
The River as Davey Jackson
1980
Silver Dream Racer
Silver Dream Racer as Nick Freeman
1976
The Big Bus
The Big Bus as Bus Passenger
1974
Stardust
Stardust as Jim MacLaine
1973
That'll Be the Day
That'll Be the Day as Jim MacLaine
1972
All Coppers Are...
All Coppers Are... as Ronnie Briggs
1971
In the Devil's Garden
In the Devil's Garden as Man in Chemist Shop
1967
Smashing Time
Smashing Time as Beatnik (uncredited)