Pete Shelley was an English musician and actor best known for his work as the lead singer and songwriter of the punk rock band, Buzzcocks. He gained recognition through his involvement in both music and acting, appearing in films like If I Stay (2014), Ghostbusters: Afterlife (2021), and Some Kind of Wonderful (1987).
Personal and Family Life
Born Peter Campbell McNeish on April 17, 1955, in Leigh, Greater Manchester, England, Pete Shelley had a vibrant career in music and film. He was married twice, once to ??? from 1991 until 2002 and later to Greta until his death. He had one child from his first marriage, and his personal life remained largely private.
Death and Legacy
Pete Shelley passed away on December 6, 2018, due to a heart attack in Tallinn, Estonia. His contributions to punk rock and music have left a lasting impact on the genre, inspiring countless artists and fans around the world. Shelley’s work with Buzzcocks is celebrated for its innovation and influence in the music industry.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Alcohol Years | 2000-11-09 | Himself |
| Joy Division | 2009-01-28 | Himself |
| Buzzcocks – Auf Wiedersehen | 2000-08-01 | Self |
| Factory: Play at Home | 1984-10-19 | Self |
| Love You More | 2008-02-05 | Record Shop Customer |
| Punk Britannia at the BBC | 2012-06-08 | Self |
| Evidently… John Cooper Clarke | 2012-05-30 | Himself |
| Brass Tacks Punk Documentary | 1977-08-03 | Self |
| Buzzcocks: Live at The Shepherd’s Bush Empire | 2005-05-16 | |
| Groupies | 1970-11-08 | |
| Punk and New Wave Years with Annie Nightingale | 2020-11-06 | |
| Different for Girls | 1996-10-01 | Himself (Buzzcocks) |
| Live From London: Pete Shelley | 2016-11-10 | |
| Seven Ages of Rock | 2007-05-19 | Self |
| Never Mind the Buzzcocks | 1996-11-12 |