Marcus Mumford: Who is the living person I most admire? Disgustingly, she might be my wife Life and style

forIn California, 39-year-old Marcus Mumford formed the band Mumford & Sons in 2007. Two years later, they released their Brit Award-winning debut, Sigh No More, which included the song Little Lion Man. In 2013, Babel won Album of the Year at the Grammy Awards, and in 2025 the band had their third No. 1 album, Rushmere. Their latest release is Pricefighter and on July 4th they will play BST Hyde Park in London. In 2022, Mumford made a self-titled solo recording. He is married to actress Carey Mulligan, has three children, and lives in the West Country.

Who is the living person you most admire, and why?
It’s disgusting that she’s probably my wife, because she’s a legend.

What is the trait you hate most about yourself?
Pride.

What is the trait you hate most in others?
Pride.

What is the most embarrassing moment for you?
One of our band’s first television appearances in America was on Craig Ferguson’s show. I forgot the words to Little Lion Man and then broke two chains.

Describe yourself in three words
Trying hard.

What do you dislike most about your appearance?
I’m fine.

What are your most unattractive habits?
Chewing gum.

Who will play you in the movie of your life?
Alec Baldwin.

What is the worst thing for anyone He told you?
“I have very good information. He’s a complete idiot.”

What would your superpower be?
Aviation.

What makes you unhappy?
Inability to fly.

What does love look like?
freedom.

Have you ever said “I love you” Didn’t he mean that?
no.

Who is the living person you hate most, and why?
We have a rule in our house where we don’t say hate.

What is the worst job you have ever done? finished?
While farming in Somerset when I was 18, there were terrible elements, and they were all really useful. I mean feeding the chickens in the cold was hard work but I’m so glad I did it.

When did you last cry, and why?
This morning, in a really great conversation with my dad.

What do you want to leave for your children?
Spirit of generosity.

What is the closest you have come to death?
Quad bike rolling.

What is one thing that would improve your quality of life?
No injuries to the shoulders, knees and ankles. I played a lot of contact sports as a kid.

What do you consider your greatest achievement?
The best football player ranked 14th in 2002.

What keeps you up at night?
Infinity. I can’t get my head around it.

How do you want to be remembered?
I don’t care much about legacy. I do this within the family, but not externally.

What is the most important lesson life has taught you?
Know the things you are responsible for and the things you are not responsible for.

What happens when we die?
Disneyland xa million.