Chesney Hawkes: podcast appearances and interviews

Chesney Lee Hawkes, born on September 22, 1971, is an English singer and occasional actor. He began his career at the age of 19 with an appearance in the film Buddy's Song. His best-known single, The One and Only, topped the UK Singles Chart for five weeks and reached the top 10 in the United States. The song was also featured in the films Doc Hollywood and Moon. Hawkes's follow-up single, I'm a Man Not a Boy, peaked at 27 in the UK charts, and he released other singles such as What's Wrong with This Picture?, Stay Away Baby Jane, a collaboration with Adam Schlesinger of Fountains of Wayne, and Another Fine Mess, which also charted within the top 100. Aside from his music career, Hawkes has appeared on several television shows, including Channel 4's The Games in 2005, where he won a Bronze Medal. He has also featured on Hit Me Baby One More Time, Let's Dance for Comic Relief, and Sing If You Can. Additionally, Hawkes has performed in the musical Can't Smile Without You in the role of Tony Lowiman, demonstrating his versatility as a performer.