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Ian Curtis mini-bio: Ian Kevin Curtis (15 July 1956 – 18 May 1980) was the vocalist and lyricist, as well as occasional guitarist and keyboardist, of the band Joy Division, which he joined in 1976 after meeting with Bernard Sumner and Peter Hook at a Sex Pistols gig. Years after his death, critics and fans continue to write and discuss at length Curtis's music, as well as possible motivations and inspirations for his work. News of his suicide in 1980 spurred many rumours, further accelerating interest in his work and troubled life.
| VITAL STATS | | Birthdate: 15 July 1956. | | Died: 18 May 1980 (suicide). | | Eye color: Blue. | | Height: 6ft / 183cm. | | Nickname(s): Unknown. | | Notable feature(s): Baritone singing voice. | | Education: King's School, Macclesfield. | | Family: Wife (Deborah Curtis), daughter (Natalie Curtis). | | Resided in: Macclesfield, Cheshire, England. | | Religious affiliations: Unknown. | | Political affiliation: | | Personal interests/hobbies: | | Charities/Causes: | | Other: Suffered from epilepsy & depression. | | |