Four Things You (Probably) Don’t Know About David Bowie
A flawed genius who made some questionable decisions
When looking at the vast roster of rock-and-roll legends, David Bowie stands tall among the very best of the genre. With his innovative talents and fluctuating personas, his career was truly remarkable.
But like many rock stars, Bowie had plenty of flaws, and while it would be wrong to describe Bowie as an immoral individual, he certainly wasn't afraid to push boundaries from time to time.
1. David Bowie Made Controversial Statements About Adolf Hitler
Bowie, like many music legends, wasn’t afraid to cause controversy, and some of his most infamous statements centered around Adolf Hitler, the leader of the Nazi Party.
In May 1976, Bowie arrived in London. As he got into a Mercedes Landau limousine, he performed what looked like a Nazi salute in front of the assembled fans, and the act was caught on film. Bowie rejected the public backlash, saying he was simply waving to the crowd.
