Kim Wilde, born as Kim Smith, is an iconic figure in the world of pop music. Born in Chiswick, London on November 18, 1960, she grew up in a household where music was deeply ingrained. Her father, Marty Wilde, was a famous rock 'n' roll singer in the 1950s and her mother, Joyce Baker, was part of the singing group, The Vernons Girls. This early exposure to music undoubtedly influenced Wilde's career trajectory. Wilde's breakthrough came in 1981 with the release of her debut single, "Kids in America." It soared to number two on the UK Singles Chart and reached the top 5 in many other countries. This marked the beginning of her successful music career which spans over three decades. Throughout her career, she has produced a multitude of chart-topping hits such as "You Keep Me Hangin' On," which topped the charts in the United States, and "Cambodia," that was immensely popular across Europe. In addition to her musical success, Wilde has also been recognized with prestigious awards including the BRIT Award for Best British Female Solo Artist in 1983. In the mid-1990s, Wilde shifted gears from music and pursued a career in gardening after studying at Capel Manor College. She has presented several television shows, penned books on the subject, and even won a gold award for her garden at the Royal Horticultural Society's Chelsea Flower Show in 2005.