Jeff Chegwin
Biography
Jeff Chegwin is a UK music industry veteran, credited with discovering Billy Bragg, launching Simon Cowell’s first Top 10 boy band, and promoting icons like Pavarotti, Elvis Costello, and Paul McCartney. Over four decades, he’s worked with some of the biggest acts of the ’80s, ’90s, and today – while championing fresh, cutting-edge talent.
He’s the twin brother of TV presenter Keith Chegwin and younger brother of BBC broadcaster Janice Long. His son, Hugo Chegwin, is an Ivor Novello-winning producer and BAFTA-winning actor, best known as DJ Beats in People Just Do Nothing.
Jeff began as an actor, appearing alongside Patrick Stewart in the BBC’s The Love Girl and the Innocent. His previous book, Dare to Win, was an international bestseller. His latest continues his tradition of revealing stories behind the spotlight.
