Who Is Christine McVie? Age, Biography, and Wiki
Christine McVie was born on July 12, 1943, in Bouth, England. Renowned as a member of the famous rock band Fleetwood Mac, McVie was a talented keyboardist and vocalist known for her soulful voice and exceptional songwriting skills. With a career spanning several decades, she contributed significantly to the band's success, particularly with hits like "Don't Stop" and "Say You Love Me." Despite her passing in November 2022, McVie's impact on the music world continues to resonate, and she is celebrated by fans and musicians alike.
| Occupation | Blues Singer |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | July 12, 1943 |
| Age | 79 Years |
| Birth Place | Greenodd, Lancashire, England |
| Horoscope | Cancer |
| Country | England |
| Date of death | 30 November, 2022 |
| Died Place | N/A |
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Christine McVie's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Christine McVie stood at a height of approximately 5 feet 4 inches (163 cm) and had a weight that varied throughout her career, generally ranging from 130 to 150 lbs (59 to 68 kg). Known for her timeless style, McVie often sported a chic yet comfortable wardrobe that complemented her down-to-earth personality.
During the height of Fleetwood Mac's success in the 1970s, McVie resided in Los Angeles. In 1990, she moved to a Grade II-listed Tudor manor house in Wickhambreaux, near Canterbury in Kent, to which she retired after leaving the band in 1998, and worked on her solo material.
For years McVie found inspiration in the home's country setting, not only writing songs there, but also restoring the house. After rejoining Fleetwood Mac in 2014, she began spending more time in London, and put the house on the market in 2015.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
Christine McVie was married to John McVie, the bassist of Fleetwood Mac, from 1968 until their divorce in 1976. She had numerous relationships over the years, but details about her personal life were often kept private. Although there were several romantic interests reported, including relationships with fellow musicians, she did not publicly confirm any romantic partnerships leading up to her passing. Therefore, in 2025, it would be her legacy and career that define her story rather than any ongoing relationships.
She grew up in the Bearwood area of Smethwick near Birmingham. Her father, Cyril Percy Absell Perfect, was a concert violinist and music lecturer at St Peter's College of Education, Saltley, Birmingham, and taught violin at St Philip's Grammar School, Birmingham.
Perfect's mother, Beatrice Edith Maud (née Reece), was a medium, psychic, and faith healer. Perfect's grandfather was an organist who had performed at Westminster Abbey.
Net Worth and Salary
At the time of her death, Christine McVie's estimated net worth was around $70 million. This wealth primarily stemmed from her successful career with Fleetwood Mac, including album sales, tours, and her contributions to the music industry. Despite her passing, her estate continues to generate income from her music royalties, solidifying her status as one of rock's enduring icons.
Career, Business, and Investments
McVie's career took off in the early 1970s when she joined Fleetwood Mac. The band evolved from a British blues band to a pop-rock powerhouse, significantly aided by McVie’s songwriting and musical contributions. In addition to her work with Fleetwood Mac, she released several solo albums, including "Christine McVie" in 1984, showcasing her versatility as an artist.
Beyond her music career, McVie was known to be private about her investments and business ventures. However, her estate likely includes substantial earnings from music rights and ongoing revenues from performances, fostering a continued legacy long after her passing.
McVie was a fan of Fleetwood Mac and while she was touring with Chicken Shack the two bands would often meet. Both bands were signed to the Blue Horizon label, and McVie played piano as a session musician on Peter Green's songs on Fleetwood Mac's second studio album, Mr. Wonderful.
Encouraged to continue her career, she recorded a debut solo studio album, Christine Perfect, which was later reissued as The Legendary Christine Perfect Album.
She was invited to join Fleetwood Mac as a keyboard player in 1970 after the departure of founding member Peter Green, having already contributed piano and backing vocals, uncredited, to their next album, Kiln House and provided the artwork for the sleeve.
The band had been struggling to manage without Green and had needed another musician to fill in their sound. McVie had been a huge fan of the Peter Green-era Fleetwood Mac and learned the songs for Kiln House during rehearsals.
Social Network
While Christine McVie wasn't as active on social media as many celebrities today, her influence and legacy are preserved through fan pages and tributes across platforms like Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Fans often share memories, music clips, and stories celebrating her talent and contributions to music.
McVie was awarded the British Academy of Songwriters, Composers and Authors' Gold Badge of Merit at a ceremony held at London's Savoy Hotel in 2006. That same year, Paste named McVie, together with bandmates Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks, as the 83rd-greatest living songwriter or songwriting team.
McVie did not join her former bandmates on the band's last performance in the UK of the Unleashed tour in November 2009. When Fleetwood Mac's 2012 world tour was announced, Stevie Nicks downplayed the likelihood of McVie ever rejoining the group.
Nicks said, "She went to England and she has never been back since 1998 [...] as much as we would all like to think that she'll just change her mind one day, I don't think it'll happen [...] We love her, so we had to let her go."
Education
Christine McVie attended the Moseley School of Art, where she honed her skills in music and art, although her formal music education was minimal. Many attribute her musical genius to her passion and dedication rather than traditional training. Her creative background and love for music laid the foundation for a remarkable career as a musician and songwriter.
Perfect was introduced to the piano when she was four, but did not study music seriously until the age of 11 when she was reintroduced to it by a local musician who was a friend of her brother John. She continued classical training to the age of 15, but shifted her musical focus to rock and roll when her brother acquired a Fats Domino songbook. Other early influences included the Everly Brothers.
