Lee Brennan, the heartthrob singer from chart-topping nineties band 911, has traded the glitter of the stage for the practical world of electrical work in a stunning career transformation.
The 48-year-old performer, who once sold millions of records and performed for adoring crowds, is now a fully qualified electrician after completing a rigorous four-year apprenticeship. Brennan candidly revealed that his departure from the music industry was fuelled by a deep-seated battle with depression, which left him feeling profoundly lost after the band's split.
A New Spark: From Stage Lights to Circuit Boards
In an exclusive revelation, Brennan shared that his new vocation has given him a fresh sense of identity and stability that the fickle music business never could. "I was Lee from 911 for so long. When that ended, I didn't know who I was," he confessed. The structured routine and tangible results of his electrical work have been a powerful antidote to his previous struggles.
His journey wasn't without its challenges. Juggling a physical apprenticeship in his late forties, while his peers were established in their careers, required immense humility and determination. He often found himself working alongside men young enough to be his sons, a stark contrast to his former life of fame.
The Band That Defined An Era
Alongside bandmates Jimmy Constable and Spike Dawbarn, Lee Brennan was part of 911, one of the biggest boy bands of the late 1990s. The group secured an impressive twelve Top 10 hits, including massive singles like Bodyshakin' and The Day We Find Love, and sold over 10 million records worldwide.
Their journey included the reality TV show Hotel 911 and a memorable performance on the roof of the BBC's Television Centre for Top of the Pops. Despite the band's reformation for various nostalgia tours in the 2010s, Brennan felt the pull towards a more conventional and secure life, especially after starting a family.
Finding True Current: Happiness Beyond the Spotlight
Now, Brennan speaks with palpable contentment about his new life. He has found profound satisfaction in mastering a skilled trade, a feeling he describes as entirely different from the transient high of performing. The decision, while surprising to fans, was a necessary step for his mental well-being and family life.
His story is a powerful testament to reinvention, demonstrating that it's never too late to learn a new skill and find fulfilment in the most unexpected of places. Lee Brennan isn't just a pop star anymore; he's a master of his new craft, proving that true success is measured by personal happiness, not just past glories.
