As the lead singer of Herman’s Hermits, Peter Noone was the epitome of a 1960s teen heartthrob. With his charming smile and endearing voice, he won the hearts of millions of young fans around the world. But behind the scenes, Noone was living a life of excess and debauchery that would have been the envy of many of his rock ‘n’ roll contemporaries.
At just 16 years old, Noone was already touring the world with his band, performing to sold-out crowds and rubbing shoulders with the likes of the Beatles and the Rolling Stones. He was living the dream, but it came with a price. Noone has admitted to drinking heavily and partying with groupies, all while trying to maintain a squeaky-clean image as a teen idol.
Despite the chaos of his personal life, Noone’s music career continued to soar. Herman’s Hermits released a string of hit singles, including “I’m Into Something Good” and “There’s a Kind of Hush.” They even outsold the Beatles in 1965, a feat that few other bands can claim.
But Noone’s rock ‘n’ roll lifestyle eventually caught up with him. At the age of 19, he attended his first Alcoholics Anonymous meeting with his father, who was also a heavy drinker. It was a turning point for Noone, who realized that he needed to get his life under control if he wanted to continue performing.
Noone’s decision to cut back on his drinking was not just about his own well-being, but also about his relationships with others. He had met his future wife, Mireille, while he was still touring with Herman’s Hermits, and he knew that he wanted to settle down with her. The couple married in 1968 and had one daughter, Nicole.
After leaving Herman’s Hermits in 1971, Noone attempted to launch a solo music career, but it never quite took off. Instead, he turned to acting, appearing in a Broadway production of “The Pirates of Penzance” and hosting a music show on American television.
Today, Noone is still performing, albeit in a more low-key capacity. He has been touring with a show called the Solid Silver 60s Show, which features a lineup of 1960s musical acts. It’s a far cry from the chaos and excess of his rock ‘n’ roll days, but Noone seems happy to be still doing what he loves.”
