Kate was discovered in 1973 (aged 15) by Dave Gilmour of Pink Floyd, and like Guest says, was kept under wraps for a few years by her record company.

Kate was born in 1958 in Bexleyheath, Kent, whilst Boy George was born not far away in Eltham three years later.

I haven't found anything to suggest they're related, though.

Kate's releasing a new album later this year after a break of twelve years.

LFF