📖 Overview
Angela Bowie is an American model, actress and journalist best known as the first wife of musician David Bowie, to whom she was married from 1970-1980. During their marriage, she was a notable figure in the glam rock scene of the 1970s and helped shape David Bowie's early career and artistic persona.
As an author, she has written multiple books including the revealing memoir "Backstage Passes: Life on the Wild Side with David Bowie" (1993) and "Bisexuality" (2002). Her written works have focused on her experiences in the music industry, her relationship with David Bowie, and explorations of sexuality and gender.
Beyond writing, Bowie appeared in various films and television shows during the 1970s and 1980s, including "The Tonight Show" and "The Mike Douglas Show." She maintained a public profile through journalism work and media appearances, often discussing music culture and her perspectives on the entertainment industry.
In recent decades, she has continued to write and give interviews about her experiences during the formative years of glam rock and her observations of the music industry's evolution. Her work provides firsthand accounts of a pivotal period in rock music history and the cultural changes of the 1970s.
👀 Reviews
Readers view Angela Bowie's writings as sensationalistic accounts focused on her marriage to David Bowie. Reviews frequently note that her books prioritize shocking revelations over literary merit.
What readers liked:
- Behind-the-scenes details of 1970s rock culture
- Raw, unfiltered storytelling style
- Direct insider perspective on David Bowie's early career
What readers disliked:
- Perceived bitterness and score-settling
- Tendency toward unsubstantiated claims
- Writing quality described as "amateurish" by multiple reviewers
- Focus on personal grievances rather than musical history
Ratings:
Goodreads: "Backstage Passes" - 3.1/5 (300+ ratings)
Amazon: "Backstage Passes" - 3.2/5 (50+ reviews)
Common review quote: "More about settling old scores than providing real insight" appears in various forms across platforms. Multiple readers note the book reads "like an extended tabloid article."
📚 Books by Angela Bowie
Backstage Passes: Life on the Wild Side with David Bowie (1993)
A memoir detailing Angela Bowie's marriage to musician David Bowie and their life together during the 1970s.
Pop Sex (2002) An examination of sexuality in popular culture, drawing from the author's experiences in the entertainment industry.
Bisexuality (2002) A personal exploration of bisexuality, gender identity, and relationships in contemporary society.
Cyprus Tonight (2016) A novel following the story of a female CIA operative working in Cyprus during a period of political upheaval.
Pop Sex (2002) An examination of sexuality in popular culture, drawing from the author's experiences in the entertainment industry.
Bisexuality (2002) A personal exploration of bisexuality, gender identity, and relationships in contemporary society.
Cyprus Tonight (2016) A novel following the story of a female CIA operative working in Cyprus during a period of political upheaval.