Richard Marx

Richard Marx is an American adult contemporary and pop rock singer-songwriter known for his hits in the late '80s and '90s.

Pop Singer

September 16, 1963

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Richard Marx is a Grammy-winning American singer, musician, and songwriter, renowned for his heartfelt ballads such as “Right Here Waiting” and “Hazard.” He has an extensive discography and has written and produced numerous hits for other artists. Interestingly, Marx initially penned “Right Here Waiting” as a love letter to his wife, actress Cynthia Rhodes.

Throughout his career, Marx has made appearances in various television shows and films, including “The Substitute” and “Hope Floats.” He remains a prominent figure in the music industry, maintaining a successful solo career and collaborating with other musicians.

An intriguing fact about Richard Marx is that he wrote the song ‘Thanks to You’ in 1997, shortly after his father’s passing. However, it was not released until 2010, not due to any unresolved feelings towards his father, but for other reasons.