Annie Lennox

Annie Lennox is an acclaimed singer-songwriter, political activist, and philanthropist, recognized for her impactful music career and dedicated humanitarian work. After achieving international success as half of the groundbreaking synth-pop duo Eurythmics, Annie Lennox went on to define an iconic solo career marked by critical acclaim, multiple awards, and dedicated humanitarian work. She laid the groundwork for her collaboration with Dave Stewart as the lead singer of The Tourists from 1977 to 1980. Together, as Eurythmics, they released chart-topping hits including ‘Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)’, ‘There Must Be an Angel (Playing with My Heart)’, and ‘Love Is a Stranger.’ Lennox launched her solo career in 1992 with her debut album, ‘Diva,’ featuring singles ‘Why’ and ‘Walking on Broken Glass,’ earning her a Brit Award for Best British Album in 1993.

Furthering her philanthropic endeavors, Lennox founded The Circle, a women’s empowerment charity, in 2008, advocating for women and girls globally. Her leadership extended into academia when she was appointed Glasgow Caledonian University’s first female chancellor in 2017. Her enduring musical legacy was cemented with her induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame alongside Dave Stewart in 2020, followed by their induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2022. Most recently, in 2023, Annie Lennox became Patron of Dalcroze UK, underscoring her ongoing commitment to arts and education.