David Bowie (1947-2016) was an English rock star who pushed musical boundaries throughout his career. He was a singer, songwriter, producer, and actor. He released 26 studio albums, including Ziggy Stardust (1972), Hunky Dory (1971), Let's Dance (1983), and Blackstar (2016). He won numerous awards, including two Grammys, three Brits, and an Oscar.