Pete Burns

Who is Pete Burns?

Pete Burns is an English singer-songwriter, author and television personality, who founded the band Dead or Alive in 1980, in which he was vocalist and songwriter, and which rose to mainstream success with their 1985 single "You Spin Me Round". He later rose to further celebrity status in the British media following his appearance on Celebrity Big Brother 2006, in which he finished in fifth place, receiving 13.6% of the final vote. He has since appeared on more television reality shows, including some presenting work.