Also Known As: William Michael Albert Broad
Billy Idol
📍Born in Middlesex, England, UK
Biography
William Michael Albert Broad (born November 30, 1955), better known by his stage name Billy Idol, is an English rock musician. He first achieved fame in the punk rock era as a member of the band Generation X. He then embarked on a successful solo career, aided by a series of stylish music videos, making him one of the first MTV stars. Idol continues to tour with guitarist Steve Stevens and has a worldwide fan base.
Known For
The Wedding Singer
as Himself
The Filth and the Fury
as Self (archive footage)
Roy Orbison and Friends: A Black and White Night
as Self - Audience Member
Heavy Metal 2000
as Odin (voice)
Billy Idol: In Super Overdrive Live
as Vocals
Mad Dog Time
as Lee Turner
Billy Idol: VH1 Storytellers
D.O.A.
as Self
Punk: The Early Years
as Self
The Punk Rock Movie
as Self
Rockthology 2
as Self (archive footage)
Nightclubbing: The Birth of Punk Rock in NYC
as Self
Crew Work
📌 Quick Info
Born
November 30, 1955
Place of Birth
Middlesex, England, UK
Department
Acting
Popularity
1.3
Also Known As
📊 Career Stats
66
Acting Roles
1
Crew Roles
46
Movies
20
TV Shows