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<p>On 14 June 1961, <a href="/biography/boy-george">George Alan O'Dowd</a> was born in the Eltham district of London to Jeremiah and Dinah O'Dowd. He was <a href="/biography/boy-george">one</a> of six children—four boys and one girl.</p>

<h2>Early Life and Musical Influences</h2>
<p>George was influenced by the contemporary New Romantic movement, a cultural and music scene prominent in Britain during the early 1980s. This period helped launch his musical journey. During this time, he resided in various properties around Central London's Warren Street.</p>

<h2>Early Career and Culture Club Formation</h2>
<p>Boy George’s distinctive, gender-fluid fashion sense caught the attention of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Malcolm_McLaren">music entrepreneur</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Malcolm_McLaren">Malcolm McLaren</a>, who arranged for him to perform with the group Bow Wow Wow. Performing under the alias Lieutenant Lush, George's stint with the band was short-lived due to creative tensions with lead <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Annabella_Lwin">vocalist</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Annabella_Lwin">Annabella Lwin</a>. He eventually left the group and formed a new band with <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mikey_Craig">bassist</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mikey_Craig">Mikey Craig</a>. The project would later evolve into the internationally acclaimed band Culture Club.</p>

<h2>Breakthrough with Culture Club</h2>
<p>In its early days, the band recorded demo tracks funded by EMI Records; however, the label eventually chose not to sign them. Virgin Records expressed interest in managing the group’s UK distribution, while Epic Records handled their American releases. Their single "Do You Really Want to Hurt Me?" became a global success, reaching No. 1 in twelve countries and cracking the top ten in several others.</p>

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<h2>Color by Numbers and International Acclaim</h2>
<p>The band’s follow-up album, <i>Color by Numbers</i>, was a major commercial triumph. It topped charts in the UK and reached the No. 2 spot in the US. The album featured several successful singles, including "Church of the Poison Mind," which became a top ten hit. "Karma Chameleon" emerged as a worldwide phenomenon, hitting No. 1 in sixteen countries and ranking in the top ten elsewhere. In the US, it stayed at No. 1 for three consecutive weeks and held the top spot in the UK for six weeks, becoming one of the best-selling singles of the decade.</p>

<h2>Independent Projects and Record Label</h2>
<p>In 1989, George launched his own record label, More Protein. Under the moniker Jesus Loves You, he released music that he wrote under the <a href="/biography/boy-george">pseudonym</a> <a href="/biography/boy-george">Angela Dust</a>. The project reflected his interest in electronic and dance music, diverging from the pop-centric work of Culture Club.</p>

<h2>Solo Music and Autobiography</h2>
<p>In 2002, Boy George released a solo acoustic album titled <i>U Can Never B2 Straight</i>, which featured a collection of unreleased tracks, alongside selections from his previous albums <i>Cheapness and Beauty</i> and Culture Club's <i>Don't Mind If I Do</i>. The album served as a personal and artistic reflection of his career and life experiences.</p>

<p>In 2005, he published the second volume of his autobiography, titled <i>Straight</i>. In it, George reflected on both his personal and professional relationships. He openly discussed his past romantic involvement with <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jon_Moss">drummer</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jon_Moss">Jon Moss</a>, noting that many Culture Club songs were inspired by their relationship. He also acknowledged a previous connection with <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kirk_Brandon">punk rock artist</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kirk_Brandon">Kirk Brandon</a>.</p>

<h2>Acting Career and Net Worth</h2>
<p>In addition to his music career, Boy George has pursued acting, further expanding his presence in the entertainment industry. His creative ventures and enduring popularity have contributed to a successful career, with an estimated net worth of $35 million.</p>

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