Olly Murs, an English singer-songwriter, television presenter, and actor, was born on May 14, 1984, in Witham, Essex, United Kingdom. He is the son of Vicky-Lynn and Pete Murs and has a twin brother, Ben Murs, as well as a sister, Fay Murs. Murs attended Howbridge Junior School in Witham and later studied at Notley High School in Braintree, Essex, where he played on the school’s football team.
From 2006 to 2008, Murs played semi-professionally for Isthmian Division One North side Witham Town. His aspirations in football were cut short by an injury, prompting a career change. He went on to work as a recruitment consultant at Prime Appointments in Witham. During this period, Murs also performed in a local cover band called Small Town Blaggers, further developing his interest in music and entertainment.
In 2007, Murs first appeared on television as a contestant on the game show "Deal or No Deal"—a show he returned to in 2012 for a second appearance. However, his breakthrough came in 2009 when he auditioned for the sixth series of the reality talent competition The X Factor. Performing Stevie Wonder’s "Superstition," his audition received praise from all judges, notably earning favorable remarks from Simon Cowell, often regarded as the most difficult judge to impress.
| Birth Date: | 14 May, 1984 |
| Age: | 35 yrs |
| Citizenship: | United Kingdom |
| Birth Place: | Witham |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | English singer and songwriter |
| Net Worth 2020: | 6 million |
| Net Worth 2021: | 6 million |
