Two Grammy Awards for Best Remixed Recording and an MTV Europe Music Award for Best Electronic went to David Guetta. He composed for Furious 7 and Fast & Furious 6. He began his career as a DJ in Paris.
Identity & family.
KIN · 6
Names, aliases, and relatives of David Guetta — birth name, kin, and personal ties.
Birth NamePierre David Guetta
Spouses
Cathy Guetta
Children
Tim Elvis GuettaAngie GuettaCyan Guetta
Siblings
Bernard GuettaNathalie Guetta
At a glance.
STATS
David Guetta by the numbers — life, work, and family.
58Age
46Film credits
5Awards
1Marriage
3Children
Who is David Guetta?
BIOGRAPHY
David Guetta — early life, career, personal life, and legacy.
I.
Early life
David Guetta was born on November 7, 1967 in Paris, France. He grew up in a Jewish household and studied at Paris Nanterre University. His brother Bernard Guetta became a journalist and his sister Nathalie Guetta became an actress.
II.
Career
The 2009 single When Love Takes Over featuring Kelly Rowland won David Guetta a Grammy Award for Best Remixed Recording. He later composed music for Furious 7 2015 and Fast & Furious 6 2013. His remixes earned him two Grammy Awards for Best Remixed Recording.
III.
Personal life
David Guetta was married to Cathy Guetta from July 29, 1992 until their divorce in March 2014. They have three children: Tim Elvis Guetta born 2004, Angie Guetta born 2007, and Cyan Guetta. He supported Nicolas Sarkozy’s 2007 presidential campaign.
IV.
Legacy
David Guetta received the Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres, one of France’s highest cultural honors. He won two Grammy Awards and two MTV Europe Music Awards. His music appeared in Furious 7 and Fast & Furious 6. His remix of When Love Takes Over earned him a Grammy.
Filmography.
FILMS · 46
The complete filmography of David Guetta — every film, TV show, and documentary credit, ranked by popularity.
Every award, honor, and recognition received by David Guetta — Grammys, hall-of-fame inductions, civic honors, lifetime achievements.
Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres01
Grammy Award for Best Remixed Recording, Non-Classical02
MTV Europe Music Award for Best Electronic03
Notable quotes.
QUOTES · 31
A wall of memorable lines from David Guetta — lyrics, interviews, and off-the-cuff remarks captured over a lifetime.
So Dance Music Is Now Pop Music. so Now, as a Dance Producer, What Do I Have to Do? so I’m Starting to Do Alien Music, Because Pop Is Not Pop Anymore; We Need to Go Alien to Be Independent.
I’m Totally Not a Nostalgic Person. I Always Look to the Future and as Much as I’ve Enjoyed the Ride Until Now and the Different Phases, I’m More Excited About the Next Music.
I Have Studios in the Different Places Where I Live – in Ibiza, Paris and London – but They’re Not Crazy Studios, They’re Just Rooms with Good Monitors, and All I Do Is Plug My Laptop In. It’s a Different Way to Make Music, but for Me, I Love It, Because It’s More Connected to the World.
Actually, Because of New Technologies, My Full Studio Is on My Laptop. and I Have a Little Keyboard in My Bag. I Can Make Everything I Do Come from My Laptop. Even When I Go to a Big Studio, All I Do Is to Plug in My Laptops. That’s They Way I Do It.
You Know, Kids Come to See Me in the Same Way That Their Parents Would Go to See a Rock Concert.
When You’re Too Relaxed It’s Not Good to Create.
Traveling All Around the World, Music Sounds Different.
There’s Many Different Genres, and When You See R&B and Pop and House, as Well as Electronic, Come Together, That’s the Reality of What Music Is.
The More Melodies and Chord Changes, the Less Good It Is for the Clubs, but the Better It Is for Radio, Because It Makes It Really Emotional.
Sometimes Two Artists Wanna Work Together, but It Doesn’t Mean It’s Gonna Happen, Because You Have to Find the Right Idea.
Our Job as Producers Is to Make the Music Sound as Good as Possible.
Kids Listen to Everything on the Internet.
It’s Nice Because Success Has Allowed Me to Have a Blast on Stage, to Be in the Studio with Amazing People, but I Find It All a Bit Bizarre.
If You Put a Demo on the Net and People Say It Was the Finished Version Then They’re Going to Say It Sucks. I Really Hate That.
I’ve Created a Bridge Between European Electronic Culture and Urban American Culture, and I’ve Worked with Established Brands.
I’m Not Limited.
I Wanna Be a Nice Guy.
I Mix up All Styles on My Albums Because That Is What Music Is About Now.
I Headline Concert Halls for 20,000 People, but I Still Play Smaller Venues.
I Can Make Everything I Do Come from My Laptop. Even When I Go to a Big Studio, All I Do Is to Plug in My Laptops. That’s They Way I Do It.
Everything I Do Comes from the Clubs. If I Lose That, I’m Done.
All the Big Artists I Talk to Say That They Are Trapped in a Formula and They Are Looking for the Music of Tomorrow.
I’m Not the Type of Person to Live in Fear. I Think Positively.
I Want to Party in Space Because I Make Alien Music.
I Had the Most Reversed Education Possible. Every Parent Wants Their Son to Be a Businessman, Respectable – Me, It Was the Opposite. When I Had an Artist Career My Mum Was Like, ‘Oh Finally, I’m Proud of You!’
My Parents Were Extreme Left so Everything Was Against the System. I Was Walking Barefoot in the Streets of Paris When I Was Eight. When I Started to DJ They Hated It, Because for Them, Nightclubs, and All of This Life, Was Terrible and Fake.
Everything I Make as a Producer, I Visualize It as a DJ First. and All Those Beats, I Test Them as a DJ.
My Studio Is a Laptop. Everybody I Work with Is the Same. We Make Computer Music, We’re the Laptop Generation.
If I Had to Play Only for People Who Liked the Music Because They Heard It on the Radio, It Wouldn’t Make Me Happy. That’s Why I’m Working so Hard to Have, Yes, a Profile as an Artist, but Also a Profile as a DJ.
I Don’t Do This for the Money, I Don’t Do It for Record Sales, I Don’t Really Care About That, I Just Want to Make Beats.
I Am Trying to Walk a Tightrope; Trying to Keep the DJ Community Happy While Trying to Spread the Message About Dance Music to More People. That Is the Mission That I Am On.
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Did you know?
FACTS · 7
Little-known facts about David Guetta — origins, oddities, and behind-the-scenes details from a public life.
01
A world tour was canceled after David Guetta lost the USB drive containing his musical set.
02
David Guetta is one of the five most recognized DJs globally.
03
With former wife Cathy Guetta, he has a son Tim-Elvis born February 9, 2004 and a daughter Angie born September 23, 2007.
04
His younger sister is actress Nathalie Guetta.
05
He won Best House/Garage Track and Best Breaks/Electro Track at the International Dance Music Awards for the single Love is Gone.
06
He received nominations for Best French Act and Best Song at the MTV Europe Music Awards for When Love Takes Over with Kelly Rowland.
07
He publicly supported Nicolas Sarkozy’s 2007 presidential campaign.
You wanted to know.
FAQ · 35
Quick answers to the questions readers ask most about David Guetta.
01When was David Guetta born?
David Guetta was born on November 7, 1967. He was born in Paris, France. He is currently 57 years old.
02Where was David Guetta born?
David Guetta was born in Paris, France. He grew up in the city and later attended Paris Nanterre University.
03How old is David Guetta?
David Guetta is 57 years old as of 2025. He was born on November 7, 1967.
04What is David Guetta's real name?
David Guetta’s full birth name is Pierre David Guetta. He uses the stage name David Guetta.
05What does David Guetta do for a living?
David Guetta is a recording artist, composer, and actor. He is known for his electronic dance music and film compositions.
06What nationality is David Guetta?
David Guetta is French. He was born in Paris and holds French citizenship.
07What language does David Guetta speak?
David Guetta’s native language is French. He also speaks English for his international career.
08Who was David Guetta married to?
David Guetta was married to Cathy Guetta from July 29, 1992 until their divorce in March 2014. She was also his manager.
09Does David Guetta have children?
Yes, David Guetta has three children: Tim Elvis Guetta born 2004, Angie Guetta born 2007, and Cyan Guetta.
10Does David Guetta have any siblings?
Yes, David Guetta has two siblings: Bernard Guetta, a journalist, and Nathalie Guetta, an actress.
11Where did David Guetta go to school?
David Guetta attended Paris Nanterre University. He studied there before pursuing music.
12What awards has David Guetta won?
David Guetta has won the Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres, two Grammy Awards for Best Remixed Recording, and two MTV Europe Music Awards for Best Electronic.
13How many awards has David Guetta won?
David Guetta has won five major awards: two Grammys, two MTV Europe Music Awards, and the Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres.
14What is David Guetta best known for?
David Guetta is frequently seen on television shows like The Graham Norton Show and The Ellen DeGeneres Show, and his music is featured in films.
15What is David Guetta's Instagram?
David Guetta’s Instagram handle is @davidguetta. He posts about his music and personal life.
16How tall is David Guetta?
David Guetta is 5 feet 11 inches 1.79 meters tall.
17Is David Guetta currently married?
No, David Guetta is currently divorced. He was married to Cathy Guetta for over two decades.
18What movies has David Guetta appeared in?
David Guetta has appeared in Furious 7 2015 and Fast & Furious 6 2013 as himself. He also composed music for these films.
19How many Grammy Awards has David Guetta won?
David Guetta has won two Grammy Awards, both for Best Remixed Recording, Non-Classical. He won one for the remix of When Love Takes Over.
20What political campaign did David Guetta support?
David Guetta supported Nicolas Sarkozy’s 2007 presidential campaign. He publicly endorsed the candidate.
21Why did David Guetta cancel a world tour?
David Guetta canceled a world tour after losing the USB drive that contained his musical set. He later found the drive but the tour was already affected.
22Who is David Guetta's sister?
David Guetta’s sister is Nathalie Guetta, an actress. She is his younger sibling.
23What is David Guetta's highest award?
David Guetta’s highest honor is the Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres, a French cultural distinction.
24How many children does David Guetta have?
David Guetta has three children: two sons and one daughter.
25What is the name of David Guetta's first son?
David Guetta’s first son is Tim Elvis Guetta, born on February 9, 2004.
26Who did David Guetta collaborate with on 'When Love Takes Over'?
David Guetta collaborated with Kelly Rowland on the hit single When Love Takes Over, which won a Grammy.
27Has David Guetta ever been nominated for an MTV Europe Music Award?
Yes, David Guetta was nominated for Best French Act and Best Song at the MTV Europe Music Awards.
28What is David Guetta's height in centimeters?
David Guetta is 1.79 meters tall.
29Is David Guetta on Facebook?
Yes, David Guetta has a Facebook page under the handle DavidGuetta.
30What is David Guetta's YouTube channel?
David Guetta’s YouTube channel is davidguetta. He posts music videos and behind-the-scenes content.
31What International Dance Music Awards did David Guetta win?
David Guetta won Best House/Garage Track and Best Breaks/Electro Track for his single Love is Gone.
32What is David Guetta's brother's profession?
David Guetta’s brother Bernard Guetta is a journalist.
33Is David Guetta one of the top DJs in the world?
David Guetta is often listed as one of the five most recognized DJs globally. He has a massive following.
34What is David Guetta's Twitter handle?
David Guetta’s Twitter handle is @davidguetta.
35Did David Guetta win a Grammy for a remix?
Yes, David Guetta won the Grammy for Best Remixed Recording, Non-Classical twice.
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