John Reid

Music Producer

Birthday September 9, 1949

Birth Sign Virgo

Birthplace Paisley, Scotland

Age 75 years old

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About

Scottish former music manager who steered the careers of major artists such as Elton John and Queen. He also worked as a promoter for EMI and was hired to be the manager of Irish dancer Michael Flatley.

Before Fame

He studied marine propulsion at Stow College in Glasgow, Scotland.

Trivia

He was a judge on the Australian version of The X Factor in 2005.

Family Life

His mother Betty was a shop worker and his father John was a welder. He's also known for having had a long-term romantic relationship with Elton John.

Associated With

He was once a student of singer Gerry Rafferty at St. Mirin's Academy.