Ed Sheeran is one of the most popular and successful singers of our time, having sold over 150 million records worldwide. He is an English singer-songwriter and record producer, who has won multiple awards, including Grammy Awards and Brit Awards. He is known for his soulful, romantic ballads and folk-pop style of music. Let’s look at 10 facts about Ed Sheeran that you might not have known before.

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Fact File

Name: Edward Christopher Sheeran

Birthday: 17 February

Star sign: Aquarius

Famous for: Being an awesome singer/songwriter!

Top Facts:

1.  He names his guitars!

They’re called Lloyd, Felix, Cyril and Nigel!

2. He loves playing with LEGO.

He even wrote a song called LEGO House!

3.  He’s a big fan of animals.

“I love it when animals get human names”

4.  He has a life motto, it’s:

“Smile more, eat some chocolate!”

5.  His favourite board game is Monopoly.

6.  He loves to dress up!

7.  His nickname was Teddy.

Aww!

8.  Thinking Out Loud is his fave song from his album X. 

Ours too!

9.  He’s had a brush with royalty.

King Charles is the first celebrity he ever met.

10. What’s the one food he couldn’t live without?

The biscuit, Oreos.

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