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Last updated on April 3rd, 2023 at 08:24 am
Ready to learn some Stevie Nicks facts? Known as one of the most iconic and influential female musicians of all time, Stevie Nicks has touched the lives of many people throughout her career. Whether as a part of the band, Fleetwood Mac or during her solo career, she has become known as the Queen of Rock and Roll by many people.
Although her music has crossed the generational divide, there is so much more to this legendary rockstar than you may know. Read on below to learn some Stevie Nicks facts that you may not know about.
How Tall is Stevie Nicks?
Even though her voice stands tall and boisterous, Stevie Nicks is said to only be about 5 feet 1 inch tall. This does not stop her from being a force of nature both on and off the stage.
Stevie Nicks Zodiac Sign
Born on May 26, 1948, Stevie Nicks was born under the sign of Gemini.
This zodiac sign is often associated with being a social butterfly who can often be seen juggling many interests all at the same time.
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Real Name of Stevie Nicks
The iconic rockstar known to most as Stevie Nicks was born Stephanie Lynn Nicks to her parents, Jess and Barbara Nicks.
The name “Stevie” was said to come about when she was a toddler and could not pronounce her full name. It stuck with her from then on.
Music Runs in Stevie Nicks’ Family
Next up on our Stevie Nicks facts is the fact that music runs in the Nicks family. Although her father was an executive in the corporate world and her mother was a homemaker, Stevie still got her talent through family connections.
Her grandfather, Aaron (A.J.) Nicks was a country music artist who introduced Stevie to the music industry.
Stevie Nicks’ Controversial Marriage
Despite being linked to many partners throughout her career, Stevie Nicks has only been married one time, which she says was a huge mistake. She married her best friend’s husband after she died of leukemia two days after the birth of her son.
Both Stevie and Kim Anderson were in so much grief after Robin’s death, that they decided to get married.
Nicks states that her only thought was that this was the best way for her to help the grieving husband raise his newborn. They divorced in less than a year.
Did You Know that Fans Thought Stevie Nicks was a Witch?
With the outfits and shawls, all in black, that she wore during concerts and other performances, many people assumed she was into witchcraft.
Although she did not publicly deny the claim initially, she did so eventually after getting disturbing letters from those who did practice the dark arts.
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She Does Not Play the Tambourine
While performing with Fleetwood Mac, Stevie Nicks reportedly felt that standing around when she wasn’t singing was a bit of wasted time. Because of this, she started shaking a tambourine more for something to do rather than adding to the music.
In fact, it was rumored that she was not playing the tambourine, rather it was taped down with gaffer tape so it would not make a sound during their performance.
Stevie Nicks Had Some Close Calls From Her Drug Habit
At one time she and her bandmates went on a bender of using drugs and alcohol for more than 48 hours straight. Because she forgot she was wearing contacts, the constant use of them caused damage to her cornea that almost blinded her.
Additionally, she was using cocaine to the point that she developed a hole in her nasal passage and would die if she continued to use it.
It was this warning that finally convinced her to check in to the Betty Ford Rehabilitation Center.
Fleetwood Mac Did Not Want Stevie Nicks
Most people who love Fleetwood Mac would never have guessed that she was almost not a part of the band. It’s true, in the beginning, the other members of the band wanted her boyfriend, Lindsey Buckingham, but not her.
Eventually, Buckingham gave them an ultimatum that if they did not let her in, he would also not join them. The rest is history.
Stevie Spent More than $1 million on Her Cocaine Habit
Like many other bands who were formed in the 1970s, Fleetwood Mac and specifically Stevie Nicks used drugs extensively. It has been reported that the superstar star spent more than $1 million on cocaine before getting sober in rehab.
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