Rufus Wainwright

Rufus's first record contract was with DreamWorks Records.

Rufus's first music group was named "McGarrigle Sisters and Family."

Rufus started playing the piano at the age of 6.

In 1998 Rufus released his debut album entitled Rufus Wainwright.

Wainwright's song "Matinee Idol" is about the deceased River Phoenix.

Wainwright's song "Natasha" is written about friend Natasha Lyonne.

Named "Best New Artist" by "Rolling Stone" magazine in 1999.

In 2001 Rufus contributed a cover version of the Leonard Cohen song Hallejua for the soundtrack of the movie Shrek.

As well as being a baritone singer, Rufus can also play both guitar and the piano.

Rufus is an openly gay singer and has often talked about his sexuality through his music.

In 2007 Rufus released his Rufus, Rufus, Rufus Does Judy, Judy, Judy concert at Carnegie Hall on DVD.

Rufus' sister Martha is also a singer.

Rufus appeared on the June 2007 cover of gay magazine Attitude.