Born:
May 01, 1950
Birthplace: Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
Trivia:
Joined Chuck Berry's backing band at age 16. Was a member of early-'70s one-hit-wonder band Skylark, which released "Wildflower." In 1992, he accidentally hit actor Ben Vereen with his car on the Pacific Coast Highway. Although Vereen was seriously injured, he made a full recovery. Became senior vice president of A&R at Atlantic Records in 1994 and later founded 143 Records. Established the David Foster Foundation, which raises money to help children who need organ transplants. Was appointed officer of the Order of Canada, the country's highest honor, in 2006. Named chairman of the Verve Music Group in December 2011. Is a member of the Canadian Music Hall of Fame and has a star on the Canadian Walk of Fame.