Archie Roach

Rock Singer

Birthday January 8, 1956

Birth Sign Capricorn

Birthplace Australia

DEATH DATE Jul 30, 2022 (66)

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About

Singer and guitarist who was known as one of the world's foremost Indigenous Australian musicians. Among his most popular songs was "Took the Children Away," which earned him an International Human Rights Award. He released 10 solo albums throughout his long career. 

Before Fame

He lived in orphanages after being separated from his family by the Australian government.

Trivia

He won the Deadly Award for Lifetime Contribution to Healing the Stolen Generations in 2013. His last album, The Songs of Charcoal Lane, was released in 2020.

Family Life

He was married to Ruby Hunter, who died in February 2010.

Associated With

He toured as an opening act for artists like Billy Bragg.