Chesney Hawkes is a renowned singer, songwriter, and actor, best known for his chart-topping music and diverse performance roles. After securing the lead role in the 1991 film Buddy’s Song, Chesney Hawkes launched his career performing the film’s soundtrack, which included his debut single, ‘The One And Only.’ This track achieved immense international success, dominating the UK charts for five consecutive weeks and reaching the Top 10 worldwide, notably featured in the 1991 Michael J. Fox movie, Doc Hollywood. Following this breakthrough, Hawkes embarked on a highly successful sell-out tour across Europe in 1991, performing with his band in venues ranging from intimate clubs to 10,000-seat arenas.

Following this success, Hawkes dedicated himself to songwriting, collaborating with prominent artists and producers including Mark Goldenberg, Adam Schlesinger of Fountains Of Wayne, and Marvin Etzioni (producer for Counting Crows). His compositions found placement in film, with ‘Almost You’ featured in 1999’s Jawbreaker and ‘Missing You Already’ in 1993’s The Night We Never Met. He also co-wrote ‘Next Life’ for Hepburn and ‘Once Around The Sun,’ which charted for Caprice in 2001. In the early 2000s, Hawkes recorded new material, mixed by acclaimed producer Neil Dorfsman, releasing the single ‘Stay Away Baby Jane’ in Summer 2001, followed by the album ‘Another Fine Mess,’ which reached number 48 in 2005.

His new album, Living Arrows, earned critical acclaim, being named Radio 2’s Album of the Week in April 2025. He is also set to join the cast of Celebrity Big Brother as a housemate in April 2025, showcasing his versatility and continued engagement with mainstream entertainment.