Trivia

In 1995, he and Blur bassist Alex James was told by fellow Britpop musician Noel Gallagher to 'catch AIDS and die'. Gallagher, however, would apologise for his statement.

Spent most of the 1990's in Iceland. He owned a home in Grafarvogur, a suburb of Reykjavík.

Is left-handed but plays guitar right handed (like fellow Britpop musician and one time rival Noel Gallagher).

Daughter, Missy (b. October 1999), with artist Suzi Winstanley.

Began the popular alternative band, Gorillaz. They consist of four animated characters -- Murdoc, Russel, 2-D, and Noodle -- and at live shows, the actual band (including Del Tha Funkee Homosapien) does not appear on stage. Their hit song "Clint Eastwood" is on radio and TV playlists around the world. (2001)

Outspoken critic of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars.

He currently lives in Bayswater, London with artist Suzi Winstanley, and their daughter.

Declared his support for independent candidate Ken Livingstone during the 2000 London Mayoral election.

Damon is a big supporter of Chelsea Football Club London, England.

Winner of the 2007 Q Inspiration Award.

He was awarded the OBE (Officer of the Order of the British Empire) in the 2016 Queen's New Years Honours List for his services to music. He is a singer-songwriter C, composer, musician, and producer in London, England.