Natalie Imbruglia is an Australian-British singer, songwriter, and actress whose career gained international recognition with the release of her 1997 single Torn.
Originally debuting in the entertainment world through her role as Beth Brennan on the Australian soap opera Neighbours, her portrayal on this popular show introduced her to a wide audience.
Yet it was her move to the music industry that set her firmly in the spotlight. Torn, a global hit and one of the defining pop songs of the late 1990s, paved the way for her debut album Left of the Middle, which further solidified her place in both the music and entertainment sectors.
Profile
- Full name: Natalie Jane Imbruglia
- Date of birth: February 4, 1975
- Age: 49 years old
- Gender: Female
- Place of birth: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Nationality: Australian-British
- Profession: Singer, songwriter, actress
- Height: 5’2″ (160 cm)
- Parents: Elliot Imbruglia (father), Maxene Anderson (mother)
- Siblings: Laura Imbruglia
- Spouse: Daniel Johns (m. 2003, div. 2008)
- Children: Max Valentine Imbruglia
- Relationship status: Single
- Religion: N/A
- Ethnicity: Italian-Australian, Irish, Scottish, English
- Net worth: $14 million
Early Life and Education
Natalie Imbruglia, now at the age of 49, was born on February 4, 1975, in Sydney, Australia, to an Italian father and an English, Irish, and Scottish mother. Raised in Berkeley Vale, a coastal town in New South Wales, Natalie had three sisters, including her younger sibling Laura Imbruglia, who also pursued music.
Natalie attended Mater Dei College before eventually moving with her family to Sydney as a teenager. By age 16, she had left high school to focus on acting, soon landing roles in Australian television commercials. Her early exposure to dance forms like ballet, tap, and Highland dancing during her childhood gave her a foundation in performance arts.
Personal Life
In 2003, Natalie Imbruglia married Daniel Johns, the lead vocalist of the Australian band Silverchair. Their relationship was well-known in the Australian entertainment scene, with the pair frequently in the public eye. However, after five years together, the couple announced an amicable separation in 2008. Despite the end of their marriage, they have maintained a friendship.
Natalie, who currently resides in the UK, welcomed her son, Max Valentine Imbruglia, in October 2019 through IVF with a sperm donor. She has been linked romantically to notable figures, including David Schwimmer and David Walliams, but is currently single.
Career
Natalie Imbruglia’s career took off when she joined Neighbours, one of Australia’s most beloved television shows, where she played Beth Brennan. Her breakout in the music industry came with her cover of Torn in 1997, originally by the American band Ednaswap, which dominated global charts and led to her debut album Left of the Middle. The success of this album, especially in Europe and the United States, opened doors to the international stage.
Her second album, White Lilies Island, released in 2001, produced hits such as Wrong Impression. She continued to produce music with subsequent albums, including Counting Down the Days (2005), Come to Life (2009), Male (2015), and Firebird (2021), with Shiver being one of her most well-received songs in the mid-2000s.
In film, she acted in Johnny English (2003) alongside Rowan Atkinson and starred in Closed for Winter (2009). Beyond music and acting, she has also been a judge on The X Factor in both the UK and Australia, further showcasing her versatility.
Awards
- 1998 MTV Video Music Award for Best New Artist
- 1998 MTV Europe Music Award for Best Song (Torn)
- 1998 ARIA Music Awards for Best Australian Female Artist, Best New Talent, and Best Pop Release
- 1999 Brit Award for International Newcomer
- 2002 IFPI Platinum Europe Award
Net Worth
Natalie Imbruglia’s estimated net worth is $14 million. This wealth comes from her successful music career, including album sales, touring, and royalties from her hit songs. Additionally, her film roles and television appearances have further bolstered her financial success.
Controversy
Over the years, Natalie Imbruglia has faced various rumors and controversies that attracted media attention. One of the most publicized was her divorce from Daniel Johns, which many speculated about, although the two always maintained that their split was mutual and amicable.
Imbruglia has been vocal about her struggles with mental health, including her experiences with depression and body dysmorphia, which opened up a wider discussion on mental health in the entertainment industry. Another notable aspect that caught media interest was her decision to have a child via IVF and a sperm donor at the age of 44, which was seen as unconventional by some.
Public fascination with her personal choices, alongside her romantic links with high-profile celebrities, has consistently kept her in the public eye. Natalie has responded to these controversies with transparency, advocating for mental health awareness and supporting campaigns against stigma in the music industry.
Social Media
- Instagram: @natalie_imbruglia
- Twitter: @natalieimbruglia
Filmography
- Johnny English (2003)
- Closed for Winter (2009)
Discography
- Left of the Middle (1997)
- White Lilies Island (2001)
- Counting Down the Days (2005)
- Come to Life (2009)
- Male (2015)
- Firebird (2021)
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