The Bee Gees Biography

In 2002, the Bee Gees were made CBEs (Commander of the British Empire) in the Queen's New Year Honours list. Robin and Barry collected their awards in May 2004, Maurice's son Adam collected for his late father.

Shortly after Maurice's death, the two brothers said they intended to go on writing and performing, but would no longer use the name "The Bee Gees".

Barry is left-handed, although he plays guitar right-handed.