Birdy, 1996
★ HOW OLD IS BIRDY?
Birdy is 30 years old, born May 15, 1996 in Lymington · Taurus.
#1341of 1,640 Singers on HotBirthdays
★ QUICK FACTS
The basics
- ★ BORN IN
- Lymington
- ★ EDUCATED AT
- Priestlands School, Brockenhurst College
★ LEDE
About
Birdy turned a stripped-down cover of Bon Iver into a European chart breakthrough. Born Jasmine van den Bogaerde on 15 May 1996 in Britain, she won Open Mic UK at 12 and released her self-titled debut in 2011, which topped charts in Australia, Belgium, and the Netherlands. Her Taurus sensibility favours intimate vocal arrangements and introspective songwriting.
★ FEATURE
Biography
Birdy's "Skinny Love" cover—a Bon Iver track—became her breakthrough single, charting across Europe and earning six platinum certifications in Australia. Born 15 May 1996 in Britain, her full name is Jasmine Lucilla Elizabeth Jennifer van den Bogaerde. She won the competition Open Mic UK in 2008 at age 12, launching a career in singing. Her self-titled debut album, released 7 November 2011, peaked at number one in Australia, Belgium, and the Netherlands. Fire Within followed on 23 September 2013, and she earned a Brit Awards nomination for Best British Female Solo Artist in 2014. Beautiful Lies arrived in March 2016, Young Heart in April 2021, and Portraits in August 2023—her fifth studio album, featuring singles "Raincatchers", "Heartbreaker", "Your Arms", and "Paradise Calling". As a Taurus, her work reflects the sign's reputation for steady emotional depth and sustained artistic focus. Singers record albums, perform live, and build audiences across multiple platforms.
★ ORIGIN
Before Fame
Birdy won the music competition Open Mic UK in 2008 at age 12, marking her early entry into the music industry. Before her breakthrough with "Skinny Love", she was a young artist competing in UK talent showcases.
★ SIDEBAR
Trivia
- Her breakthrough single was a cover of Bon Iver's "Skinny Love", not an original composition.
- At the 2014 Brit Awards, she was nominated for Best British Female Solo Artist.
- Her fifth studio album, Portraits (August 2023), includes the singles "Raincatchers", "Heartbreaker", "Your Arms", and "Paradise Calling".
★ HIGHLIGHTS
Career timeline
- 2012
- NOMINATEDBroadcast Film Critics Association Award for Best Song
- NOMINATEDSatellite Award for Best Original Song
★ SIDEBAR
Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Humanitarian
Idealistic and global. Birdy often use their platform for causes and tend to build broad, internationally diverse audiences.
★ ALL LIFE-PATH 9 CELEBS →★ ASTROLOGY
Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- IsaacMonkey · 2004
- Griffin GluckDragon · 2000
- Jade PettyjohnDragon · 2000
- Ruby StokesDragon · 2000
- Robbie UreMonkey · 2004
CHALLENGING
- Ádám SimonHorse · 1990
- Chris Colfer
★ FAQ
Frequently asked
- How old is Birdy?
- Birdy is 30 years old (born May 15, 1996).
- When is Birdy's birthday?
- Birdy was born on May 15, 1996.
- What is Birdy's zodiac sign?
- Birdy is a Taurus, born May 15, 1996.
- What is Birdy's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Birdy was born in 1996, the year of the Fire Rat.
- Where is Birdy from?
- Birdy is from United Kingdom.
- What does Birdy do?
- Birdy is a singer.
- Where was Birdy born?
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