What is Chris Martin's middle name?

Chris Martin's middle name is Anthony, making his full name Christopher Anthony John Martin. He was born on 2 March 1977 in Exeter, Devon, England, and became widely known as Coldplay's lead singer, pianist, songwriter and co-founder.

Martin formed Coldplay while studying at University College London. He met guitarist Jonny Buckland there, while Guy Berryman and Will Champion later completed the band's core line-up. Before Coldplay became internationally successful, Martin attended Sherborne School, where he also met future manager Phil Harvey.

A common mix-up is confusing Anthony with John, which is also part of Martin's full name. Anthony is his middle name; John is an additional middle name. His father is also named Anthony John Martin, which helps explain why both names appear in family references.

Coldplay's breakthrough came with Parachutes in 2000, followed by albums such as A Rush of Blood to the Head and X&Y. Martin's piano-led songwriting and distinctive falsetto became central to the band's sound.