The Truth About Barry Gibb's Wife Is FINALLY Out!

Intro With a voice that's captivated generations, Barry  Gibb has cemented his place in music history.   But behind the scenes, a lingering mystery  has shrouded his personal life. For years,   Teaser whispers and speculations have swirled  around his wife, Linda Gray. Now, at 77,   Barry Gibb is breaking his silence,  revealing the shocking truth about his   partner of a lifetime. What secrets has Barry  Gibb been hiding about his wife for all these   years? And how will it change everything we  thought we knew about their relationship?   Join us as we uncover how At 77, Barry Gibb  FINALLY Confirms the Rumors About His Wife. Early Life And Career of Barry Gibb. Before Barry Gibb ever met Linda Gray and  had the union being talked about today,   the living legend was more known for his exquisite  musical talents and inspirational musical journey.   However, critics claimed that this singer had a  dark shade in his life he kept from the media,   which was the fact that he might be gay. While  many have concluded that the illustrious singer   might be part of the LGBTQ+ community, the  looming question in the minds of all is:   When did Barry Gibb become part of the  LGBTQ community? And what does his wife,   Linda Gray, know that we don’t all  know? Keep watching to find out more! Early Life Barry Alan Crompton Gibb was born at  Jane Crookall Maternity Home in Douglas,   Isle of Man, on September 1, 1946, to Hugh Gibb,  a drummer, and Barbara Gibb. His parents were   both both Manchester natives. Barry Gibb  has English, Irish, and Scottish ancestry.   Gibb's grandfather Hugh Gibb Sr. was born in  Lanarkshire, Scotland in 1892. He has an older   sister, Lesley Evans. His second name, Alan, was  after his father's youngest brother who died in   infancy. According to Hugh Gibb, in a mix of  fact and fiction, his third name, Crompton,   was given to honour the Gibb's ancestor Sir  Isaac Crompton, actually Samuel Crompton. When Gibb was born, his father was busy as a  musician working at various hotels in Douglas,   while his mother stayed at home  looking after the children. Later,   the Gibbs moved to Chapel House on Strang Road.  When he was almost two years old, he was badly   scalded in an accident involving a hot teapot  his mother had just set on the table, which   he was able to reach and knock over. He was in  Nobles Hospital for about two and a half months.  In 1949, the Gibb family relocated to 50,  St. Catherine's Drive. Later that year,   on 22 December, Gibb's two younger brothers  Robin and Maurice were born. When the twins   were young, the family moved to Smedley  Cottage, Spring Valley, also in Douglas. Gibb started school on September 4, 1951,  three days after his fifth birthday,   attending Braddan school. In 1952, the Gibb  family relocated to 43 Snaefell Road, Willaston,   which became their home for the next two years.  The same year, he went to Tynwald Street Infants   School. On his seventh birthday in 1953,  he went to Desmesne Road Boys School. Every single effort Barry made  since childhood has prepared   him into the eminent vocalist he is today. In 1955, Barry Gibb and his family moved to  Manchester from Douglas, where he was born. While   Music Journey in Manchester, at just nine years old, Barry's  priorities differed from typical boys his age.   Instead of fixating on toys like what was expected  for kids his age or other leisure pursuits,   his passion for music burned brightly  within him. He spent most of his free   time immersed in the world of music. He soon  made friends with boys who shared the same   passion for music as he did. Rather than  playing games, Barry, his little brothers,   and his friends spent their time singing today.  One day, they decided to create a skiffle band,   which they called the Rattlesnake. The  skiffle band consisted of Barry on vocals,   lead and slide guitar, Robin and Maurice  on vocals and acoustic guitar of friends   and neighbors. Paul Frost and Kenny  Horrocks were also there providing vocals. Barry's father threw his weight behind them,  supporting the boys and their friends in their   musical ambitions. By December 1957, Barry's  father took Barry and his band to a local   cinema for their first-ever performance. It was  to lip-sync to a record for a public gathering,   which was one of the typical pastimes for kids in  the area then. However, fate had other plans. As   they made their way to the venue, disaster struck,  and the fragile shellac seventy eight RPM record   they intended to use shattered. The implication  was that they couldn't lip-sync to the music and   had no choice but to sing live and in perfect  harmony. What initially seemed like a mishap   turned out to be a mighty move of destiny in  their favor. Their performance was beautiful,   and the audience's enthusiastic response ignited  a spark within Barry, Maurice, and Robin. At that   moment, they realized their shared passion and  talent for singing and were encouraged to pursue   making music together professionally. With that  positive experience already setting the stage for   their extraordinary journey in music, it wasn't  difficult for Barry and his twin brothers to   continue to forge ahead when their other two band  members and friends left in May 1958. As a result   of this, Rattlesnakes was disbanded, and the Gibb  brothers formed a new group consisting of only   themselves. Three months after Rattlesnakes  disbanded, the Gibb boys experienced a life   transformation that nurtured their desire to do  good, professional music – the Gibb family moved   to the metropolitan area of Brisbane, Australia.  Determined to share their musical talents with   their community, the little children began  performing at local venues, captivating audiences   with their harmonious melodies and soulful  performances. The boys kept at it for about two   years, honing their talents and performance daily,  until fate made them cross paths with Bill Good.   As a prominent figure in the local entertainment  scene, Bill Good recognized and was impressed   by the brothers' raw talent and saw potential in  their captivating performances. He advocated for   young musicians by offering them an opportunity  to showcase themselves on the local Redcliffe   Speedway in 1960. Moreover, he introduced them to  a Brisbane radio presenter named Bill Gates. And   guess what? The iconic BeeGee name, which we know  as Barry and his brothers' band, was created by   Bill Gates who was interested in the group's  original material. With their new name, they   started making waves, appearing on TV shows and  playing gigs at fancy resorts along the Queensland   coast. Then, things really started to take off  when Barry shared some of his songs with Col Joye,   a big shot in the Australian rock scene. Joye  was impressed and helped the Bee Gees land a   record deal with Leedon Records, which was part of  Festival Records, back in 1963. From 1960 onward,   Billy's journey knew no bounds. The Bee Gees  skyrocketed from releasing a stellar debut   album to gaining worldwide recognition.  A decade later, they faced a crossroads,   experiencing a temporary split, which would launch  Barry Gibb into venturing into the realm of solo   artistry. Although the brothers would  still regroup and make hits together,   How Barry Gibb Met Linda decades later would mark a final  split they would eventually sustain. How Barry Gibb Met Linda. Barry Gibb was completely captivated by Linda  Gray's beauty from the moment he first saw her.   He describes it as though she cast a spell on him,  leaving him utterly mesmerized. In that instant,   he knew without a doubt that she was the woman he  wanted to spend the rest of his life with. Fast   forward five decades, and Barry's feelings for  Linda haven't wavered one bit. He fulfilled the   promise he made to himself all those years ago,  and their enduring love story continues to inspire   those around them. He fulfilled the promise he  made to himself by marrying her, and his adoration   for her remains unwavering. How did they meet?  Their journey together began when they met in 1967   when Gary and his other Bee Gees members relocated  to England to gain better traction in their music   career. For better context: In that significant  year, the Gee Bees had just unleashed a smash hit   single, Massachusetts, which had swiftly climbed  to the coveted number one spot on the Billboard   chart. It was making waves across the country.  Amidst their rising success in that single,   the band journeyed to England, where they received  a prestigious invitation to perform on the   esteemed British music television program Top of  the Pops in September 1967. They eagerly embraced   the opportunity. Meanwhile, across the Atlantic,  Linda Gray, a recently crowned Miss Edinburgh,   found herself slated to host the very same  episode of the British music TV show during   the week the Bee Gees were scheduled to make their  electrifying appearance. The two met on the show,   and when he saw her, immediately, the attraction  was irresistible. Linda Gray mentioned that she   noticed that Barry had his eyes on her throughout  the show. His interest in her was so palpable and   obvious to the extent that the girls with her  excitedly pointed out Barry's attention towards   her. Eventually, Barry Gibbs walked up to Linda  Gray and invited her to join him for a cup of   tea. This friendly gesture ignited the romantic  ride that began between the two. At that time,   Linda Gray was just a sweet seventeen  year-old, while Barry was a slightly   older Twenty one year-old. Interestingly, Barry  had already experienced marriage once before,   tying the knot at the tender age of 19.  However, that union didn't stand the test   of time, and he found himself single again.  After they fell in love with each other,   they courted for three years before Linda Gray  and Barry Gibbs proceeded to tie the knot in 1970. For the longest time, celebrity marriages have  been known to not always stand the test of time,   but Barry Gibb and Linda Gray's marriage proved  otherwise. Surprisingly, Barry and Linda had   a better marriage from the day they said I do  till date. Their union happened at Caxton Hall   in London, exactly on Barry’s 24th birthday in  1970. This marked the beginning of a lifelong   journey filled with love, laughter, and shared  dreams. After five decades, their son Ashley   affirmed that their love never went stale and  remains just as strong as it was when they were   just giddy young adults. In his words, they still  love each other today just like they did then. The Bond Between Barry Gibb and His Sons The bond between Barry Gibb and his sons. This strong bond shared between the two love birds  to date can be attributed to so many factors.   Three years after they were joined as husband and  wife, Barry and Linda welcomed their first child,   Stephen, in Nineteen Seventy three. Just like  how Barry's father inspired him and his brother,   in no time, history repeated itself, and Barry  has found himself being the inspiration for his   children’s career inclinations. Stephen Gibb, the  eldest son of Barry and Linda, has also delved   into the world of music after being inducted at  an early age. Following in his father's footsteps,   he excellently mastered the art of playing the  piano. However, as adolescence beckoned, Stephen   found his true calling in the realm of rock and  metal music. Embracing his passion for guitar,   Stephen embarked on a melodic journey, carving his  niche in bands such as 58, Black Label Society,   and Crowbar. The influence did not just end  at Stephen Gibb; it also found its way down to   Barry's second son, Ashley Gibb. Ashley is also a  renowned musician like his father and brother, who   initially didn't have the tendency and desire to  go into music. Everything changed when his father   found a tune he wrote for his girlfriend and was  impressed by it. He encouraged him to delve into   songwriting, and slowly, Barry incorporated  his sons officially into music-making. Today,   Barry and his two sons have a track record  of making good music together. Their first   attempt at father and son collaboration was  in Two thousand five when Barry was featured   on Barbra Streisand's Guilty Pleasures album. The  musical genius seized the opportunity to involve   his sons in the creative process. Barry Gibb  ensured that his two sons Stephen and Ashley   were brought on board as co-writers for the  new project. He did this despite the limited   prior songwriting experience his second son,  Ashley had. Barry was impressed by his sons'   contributions and enjoyed working alongside  them. That experience encouraged them and   made it easier for the trio to have a stronger  personal and creative bond. Today, remarkably,   all fifteen tracks on the “In The Now” solo  album were co-written by Barry, Stephen,   and Ashley. One can't help but attest to the  devotion that Barry and his wife have poured   into their family. While we can all point to Barry  as a strong force in his marriage and family as a   whole, he strongly vows that Linda has served as a  pillar of strength for every member of the family. Rumors Rumors About Linda and Barry’s Marriage. Barry Gibb's enduring marriage to Linda  Gray has become a beacon of stability in   the tumultuous world of celebrity relationships.  As they celebrate five decades of partnership,   their union stands as a testament to love's  resilience in the face of fame's pressures.   In an era where celebrity marriages often  falter under the harsh glare of the public eye,   the Gibb-Gray relationship remains unscathed  by scandal or divorce rumors. It's a remarkable   feat that prompts speculation: what is the secret  behind their lasting love? While critics decided   to create excuses to justify the reasons why the  marriage had stayed loyal to each other for that   long, there have been a plethora of reasons flying  around. One was that Barry Gibb and Linda Gray's   marriage was good on the front but turbulent  within, and he has also experienced his fair share   of infidelities. However, Barry Gibb had stood  firm on the fact that neither he nor his wife,   Linda Gray, had ever strayed from their marriage  despite the heaviest of temptations. He emphasized   more on his wife, Linda, giving her credit for  standing on business despite being wooed by   formidable men in the industry. He recounted the  several instances that he has had men literally   want to take his beautiful woman from him. Barry shared a candid revelation about a   past encounter with Australian tennis star  Evonne Goolagong, detailing how she once made   advances towards him despite his marital status.  Recalling events from over twenty five years ago,   Barry disclosed how Evonne's flirtatious  gestures included an invitation to his place,   a proposition he gracefully declined, given his  commitment to his family. Reflecting on his own   integrity, Barry juxtaposed this incident  with moments when his wife, Linda Gray,   faced similar temptations but remained steadfast  in their marriage. He affectionately reminisced   Steve McQueen about Linda's enduring allure, recounting  instances where even renowned figures like   Hollywood icon Steve McQueen expressed interest in  her. Barry nostalgically shared an anecdote from   their time at the Record Plant in Los Angeles,  where McQueen attempted to whisk Linda away on his   motorcycle. Despite the attention from admirers,  both Barry and Linda remained loyal to each other,   their unwavering commitment serving as a  cornerstone of their enduring relationship.   Barry shared the amusing tale of McQueen's attempt  to whisk Linda away on the back of his motorcycle.   There wasn't much information on whether Steve  McQueen knew that Linda was in a relationship   with Barry and still tried to get her. Despite  that, one thing we are certain of is that Linda   Gray didn't take that opportunity despite not  being married then. Barry emphasized that his   wife remained steadfastly committed to their  relationship. Loyalty has been one of the major   strongholds that had kept the family standing  firm, according to Barry Gibb and Linda Gray.   While this perspective from the couple holds true,  their children have had a different opinion on why   their parents' marriage had lasted this long and  unbreakable. Based on the account of Stephen Gibb,   the first child and son of Barry and Linda,  one can bring another perspective to the bond   the couple share. This he made known through a  heartfelt message he wrote to his parents. On   his father Barry's 74th birthday, which also  doubled as their 50th anniversary, Stephen   sent a congratulatory text to them via social  media. In the image he posted on his Instagram,   he wrote: Happy 50th Anniversary to these two  crazy kids and happy Seventy fourth birthday.   Just the simile he used to describe his parents  provides an insight into how they would have   lived and how the children grew up watching their  parents bond and love each other. We can conclude,   based on Stephen's choice of words, that his  parents shared a profound bond akin to being each   other's best friends. This intimate connection  allowed them to freely express themselves   authentically in each other's presence, fostering  an environment where they could embrace their   quirks and eccentricities without inhibition. By  affectionately referring to them as crazy kids,   Stephen implies that Linda Gray and Barry Gibb  shared more than just a romantic relationship;   they cultivated a deep friendship grounded in  mutual respect, understanding, and a shared   zest for life. That, on its own, could be the  reason why they had such a long-lasting marriage. The Truth The Truth About Barry Gibb's Sexuality. The origin of the speculations regarding Barry  Gibb's sexuality emerged relatively recently;   however, upon closer reflection, one can  connect the dots of inquiry back over a few   years. But it all started at The Kennedy Center  Honors in Two Thousand Twenty Three. Fans were   taken aback and, to some extent, shocked by  the unexpected inferences surrounding Barry   Gibb's sexual orientation following his  appearance at the event. The suggestions,   largely circulating on social media platforms  and within fan communities, sparked discussions   and debates regarding the truth about Linda and  Barry’s marriage. Much like other distinguished   figures invited to the esteemed performing arts  awards ceremony, Barry Gibb made a grand entrance,   exuding elegance and poise, as he prepared to  accept the prestigious symbol of recognition   for his substantial and enduring contributions to  the realms of arts and music. The outfit he wore,   however, stood out for his fans and the  general public. Barry showed up wearing a   coat with rainbow lining. He wasn't the only one  who wore that piece of clothing. Barry Gibb and   other prominent celebrities like Dionne Warwick  and Queen Lateefah were also spotted wearing   the same rainbow lining on their outfits. It is  noteworthy to mention that the rainbow color is   typically associated with diversity, inclusivity,  and the LGBTQ+ community. For anyone who saw him,   it was natural to conclude that the rainbow  lining carried a symbolic significance beyond   mere fashion choices for Barry Gibb and other  illustrious personalities. This observation   prompts a deeper inquiry: Is Barry Gibbs gay?  It's interesting to note that renowned figures   such as Dionne Warwick and Queen Latifah, who  have been celebrated for their immense talent   and contributions to the entertainment industry,  are known to be members or advocates of the LGBTQ+   community. It was understandable for any  onlooker to see these women on the rainbow   The LGBTQ Community piece of clothing, but Barry Gibb’s presence  and dressing alongside them has had fans and   critics raising their eyebrows. To understand  the truth, we would have to backtrack a bit   to discover if Barry Gibb had been giving  us subtle signs about his true sexuality. In Nineteen Sixty seven, Barry Gibb and his  band released a masterpiece single titled To   Love Somebody. The track is renowned for being  a timeless classic that resonates with audiences   across generations. In fact, popular Australian  singer and writer Nick Cave lauded the song as the   To Love Somebody greatest love song of all time, noting that  the track is a wonderful example of musical   duende. Many can attest that the song evokes  strong feelings of love and stirs a listener's   soul. What was not made obvious was that the song  was originally written by Barry to celebrate his   then-manager, the gay icon Robert Stigwood.  And the love he referred to in the track was   meant for the man. In an interview with Mojo in  Two Thousand One, Barry Gibb revealed that he   wrote "To Love Somebody" for Robert Stigwood,  a prominent music executive who had asked him   to compose a song personally. He stated  that he did it unabashedly from a place   of deep admiration and respect for Robert  Stigwood's talents and contributions to   him and the band. He emphasized their profound  connection and that Stigwood meant a lot to him. As uncertainties trail the happy relationship  that Barry Gibb and Linda Gary share,   Barry Gibb has had to provide explanations  about the truth of his sexuality beginning   from the track he made for his former manager,  Robert Stigwood. Barry maintained that there was   no homosexual affection that was infused into the  “To Love Somebody” song he made. He clears the   air that all he felt for Stigwood was profound  admiration. Now, regarding his appearance at   the gala event of The Kennedy Center Honors on  December 3rd, 2023, which had tongues wagging,   Barry finally came out to disclose the truth  about his sexual orientation. He aptly debunked   any claim of being gay despite being married to  Linda Gray and having five children with her. He   clarified that he had to wear the rainbow  jacket because that was the theme of the   Two Thousand Twenty Three Kennedy Center Honors  event. He emphasized that wearing the rainbow   outfit had nothing to do with his sexuality and  was only worn to match the logo of the event. Linda Gray Saved Barry Gibb Linda Gray saved Barry Gibb's Life. Barry Gibb Confirms Rumor About His Wife After  half a century of marriage to Linda Gray, Barry   Gibbs finally made long-overdue revelations,  confirming rumors that had circulated among   fans for years. It all started when Barry Gibb  and his brothers hit the peak of their careers   in the early 1990s. At that period, Barry was  already married to Linda, and she was present and   active in his life while Barry and his band were  hitting major milestones in their career. However,   for Barry and his brothers, the results of their  hard work and their talent became bittersweet,   tilting more toward the bitter aspect. Soon, the  brothers couldn’t handle the surge of attention.   In no time, the Gee Bees men turned to substance  abuse as a way to cope with it. It soon became   a turbulent chain of events for Barry Gibbs, and  through it all, Barry Gibb confirmed that his wife   Linda Gray was there for him. In Nineteen Eighty  Eight, Barry Gibbs was hit by a world-crumbling   loss. His baby brother, Andy Gibb, died at the  age of 30 years due to heart problems caused by   cocaine addiction. Andy was born nine years after  the twins Robin and Maurice Gibb. The young Andy   promptly followed the steps of his older ones and  soon became part of the Bee Gees. After a while,   he became a solo artist and became so overwhelmed  with topping the charts that he turned to the wife   stuff. Barry helplessly watched his baby brother  go from jolly to paranoid and depressed over the   years till he breathed his last. When Barry Gibbs  thought he could endure and nurse that huge loss,   deep down, the three brothers knew that things  could never remain the same after the death of   Andy. Through it all, Linda Gray was his steadfast  pillar of support, offering unwavering comfort and   strength during their darkest moments. By 2003,  Barry was hit with another unforeseen death,   further testing his resilience and resolve  in the face of adversity. It was the death   of one of the twins; just like his younger  brother, Maurice couldn’t grapple with fame   and unfulfilled personal ambitions, and that  led him to a life of drinking. His drinking   problems greatly affected him and resulted in the  annulment of his marriage. In no time, the effects   of the constant alcohol intake began to trouble  Maurice's health and landed him in the hospital.   He had to undergo intestinal surgery to heal.  Unfortunately, Maurice died after indicating signs   of improvement over the weekend following a heart  attack he experienced during surgery to address   an intestinal blockage. By 2021, Robin Gibbs, the  other twin, died of colon and intestinal cancer.   While almost all the Gee Bees members are gone,  what could be the reason why Barry survived an   ordeal that his brothers couldn’t? Barry Gibbs  makes the big reveal that the secret was Linda   Gray, his wife. Barry Gibbs exposed that he was  on the brink of doing drugs following the personal   ordeals he was going through, coupled with the  death of his brothers. But, thanks to Linda,   that didn’t happen on her watch. He stated that  he was lucky to have her as he implied that she   was the secret behind his staying alive to  date. Just as rumors had been circulating,   giving credit to Linda for being a supportive  woman over the years, Barry had even accrued   more to her, noting that she is more deserving  than she receives. Linda Gray literally saved   her husband’s life at his lowest moment.  Throughout the trials and tribulations,   his ability to navigate the challenges without  succumbing to substance abuse or addiction was   greatly attributed to the steadfast support of his  wife. Reflecting on this, he once remarked that   his brothers grappled with their inner struggles,  but he was fortunate to be married to a woman who   refused to tolerate it. He elaborated that there  were times when he was allowed to bring drugs into   the home, but Linda Gray ensured that the drugs  met their demise in the toilet. Her unwavering   stance prevented him from straying down the  perilous path that could have led to his death.   While he grappled with the struggles faced by  the loss of his brothers, he was fortunate to   have her by his side. Linda Gray and Barry Gibb's  union has been marked by countless moments of joy,   pain, laughter, and shared dreams. Together,  the pair navigated the highs and lows of life,   and they have stood by each other's side, their  bond growing stronger with each passing year. Barry Gibb Net Worth Barry Gibb's Net worth. Barry Gibb’s net worth is estimated at  140 million US Dollars, a testament to   his successful career with the Bee Gees and  his endeavors as a solo artist and producer.   He earned fame and fortune as one-third of the  band, the Bee Gees. His wealth is a reflection   of the group’s record sales, royalties,  and his own ventures in the music industry. Robin Gibb, Barry’s brother and fellow Bee  Gees member, left the majority of his 25.8   million Euros estate to his wife, Dwina. The  remainder was distributed among his children   from his marriages and relationship with  his mistress. Robin’s estate reflects the   financial success achieved by the Gibb  brothers through their music career. Thanks for watching. Make sure to subscribe to our   channel and check out another of our  interesting videos before you leave.