Eric Clapton is returning to Columbus this fall, but for the legendary guitarist, the trip is more than just another stop on tour.
The 79-year-old Rock and Roll Hall of Famer will perform Sept. 5 at Mershon Auditorium, a show that sold out quickly.
Clapton’s ties to central Ohio run deeper than a single concert date.
From family milestones to surprise stage appearances, Columbus and its surrounding communities have long been a quiet backdrop to chapters of the English native’s life.
Here are some notable connections Clapton has to Ohio.
His wife is from central Ohio
Clapton’s wife, Melia McEnery, was born and raised in the Columbus area. The two met in Los Angeles in 1999 at a party thrown in his honor. They married in 2002 in a private ceremony at St. Mary Magdalene Church in Ripley, England.
A mansion in Dublin
In 2003, Clapton purchased a mansion off Harriott Road in Dublin, a community northwest of Columbus known for its golf courses and rolling landscapes. The estate, originally built in 1995, has been described as a mix of modern luxury and timeless elegance.
His daughter was born in Columbus
Before they married and bought the Dublin home, Clapton and McEnery welcome eldest daughter Julie Rose, who was born in Columbus in June 2001. The couple has three daughters together.
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This article originally appeared on The Columbus Dispatch: Eric Clapton in Columbus: Family, mansion and surprise appearances
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