Lulu Opens Up About Intimate Affair with David Bowie and Personal Struggles on Louis Theroux Podcast
Scottish singer Lulu captains the 'Lulu Launch' on the River Thames in London, to publicise her range of beauty products for 16 to 24-year-olds, manufactured by Helene Curtis Ltd, 1st October 1968.Photo Credit: Fox Photos
by Chris Tremblay Mar 18
2 MIN READ
Scottish singer Lulu, known for hits like "Shout" and "To Sir, With Love," appeared on the latest episode of The Louis Theroux Podcast, Season 7 Episode 3, released on March 17, 2026, where she discussed her past alcoholism, marriage to Bee Gees member Maurice Gibb, and an intimate encounter with David Bowie.
Lulu recounted meeting Bowie in the mid-1970s at a hotel in Sheffield, England, during a time when he was married to Angie Bowie. She confirmed for the first time publicly that they had sex, stating, "You know what, I have never said 'Yes, I had sex with David Bowie' until now." Admitting her memory was hazy due to being "slightly pissed," she described the experience as private and incredible, emphasizing Bowie's encouragement of her career.
The podcast episode, recorded in the Spotify studio, delves into Lulu's "intimate knowledge of David Bowie’s thighs," as highlighted in the title and descriptions across platforms. Lulu portrayed their connection as profound, saying, "It was deeper than sex... I'm only looking to be loved and to give love... I felt he saw me." Bowie, whom she called "the coolest dude on the block," produced her 1974 cover of his song "The Man Who Sold the World," providing backing vocals and saxophone.
Their professional collaboration extended to unreleased recordings of Bowie's songs "Dodo" and "Can You Hear Me." However, tensions arose when Bowie suggested she lose weight, leaving her "crushed." The relationship ended when Lulu grew uncomfortable with Bowie's drug use during sessions in New York, prompting her to return to London. She clarified, "I would have loved it to have continued, but... I decided I'm going back to London. I'm not comfortable."
Beyond her Bowie revelations, Lulu addressed her marriage to Maurice Gibb from 1969 to 1973, noting songs like "To Love Somebody" and "Night Fever" in the context of Bee Gees connections. She has a son, Jordan Frieda, from her second marriage to hairstylist John Frieda. Recently, she confessed to developing alcoholism in her 60s amid menopause, parental loss, and empty-nest challenges, calling speaking about it "liberating."
Lulu's career spans BBC shows like "Happening For Lulu" , where Jimi Hendrix performed, and her Eurovision entry "Boom Bang-a-Bang" . She runs Lulu’s Mental Health Trust and has authored books including "If Only You Knew" .
David Bowie, who died in 2016 at age 69, is celebrated in LGBTQ+ communities for his gender-fluid personas like Ziggy Stardust, which challenged norms and inspired many transgender people and others exploring identity. Lulu's reflections affirm Bowie's supportive role in her orbit, echoing his broader cultural impact on queer visibility through music and performance. The podcast warns of strong language and adult themes, available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
This interview provides rare personal insights into Lulu's life, intertwining music history with vulnerability, while resonating with LGBTQ+ audiences through Bowie's enduring legacy of boundary-pushing artistry.
The podcast episode, recorded in the Spotify studio, delves into Lulu's "intimate knowledge of David Bowie’s thighs," as highlighted in the title and descriptions across platforms. Lulu portrayed their connection as profound, saying, "It was deeper than sex... I'm only looking to be loved and to give love... I felt he saw me." Bowie, whom she called "the coolest dude on the block," produced her 1974 cover of his song "The Man Who Sold the World," providing backing vocals and saxophone.
Their professional collaboration extended to unreleased recordings of Bowie's songs "Dodo" and "Can You Hear Me." However, tensions arose when Bowie suggested she lose weight, leaving her "crushed." The relationship ended when Lulu grew uncomfortable with Bowie's drug use during sessions in New York, prompting her to return to London. She clarified, "I would have loved it to have continued, but... I decided I'm going back to London. I'm not comfortable."
Beyond her Bowie revelations, Lulu addressed her marriage to Maurice Gibb from 1969 to 1973, noting songs like "To Love Somebody" and "Night Fever" in the context of Bee Gees connections. She has a son, Jordan Frieda, from her second marriage to hairstylist John Frieda. Recently, she confessed to developing alcoholism in her 60s amid menopause, parental loss, and empty-nest challenges, calling speaking about it "liberating."
Lulu's career spans BBC shows like "Happening For Lulu" , where Jimi Hendrix performed, and her Eurovision entry "Boom Bang-a-Bang" . She runs Lulu’s Mental Health Trust and has authored books including "If Only You Knew" .
David Bowie, who died in 2016 at age 69, is celebrated in LGBTQ+ communities for his gender-fluid personas like Ziggy Stardust, which challenged norms and inspired many transgender people and others exploring identity. Lulu's reflections affirm Bowie's supportive role in her orbit, echoing his broader cultural impact on queer visibility through music and performance. The podcast warns of strong language and adult themes, available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
This interview provides rare personal insights into Lulu's life, intertwining music history with vulnerability, while resonating with LGBTQ+ audiences through Bowie's enduring legacy of boundary-pushing artistry.
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