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Billy Idol

Billy Idol

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

Billy Idol Should Be Dead
Billy Idol Should Be Dead
2026 • Self
A Grammy Celebration of Latin Music
2025 • Self - Performer
Ozzy: No Escape from Now
Ozzy: No Escape from Now
2025 • Self
Back to the Beginning: Ozzy's Final Bow
Back to the Beginning: Ozzy's Final Bow
2025 • Self
I Was a Teenage Sex Pistol
I Was a Teenage Sex Pistol
2025 • Self
2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
2024 • Self
Billy Idol: State Line
Billy Idol: State Line
2023 • Self
Nightclubbing: The Birth of Punk Rock in NYC
Nightclubbing: The Birth of Punk Rock in NYC
2023 • Self

Full filmography

New Wave: Dare to be Different
New Wave: Dare to be Different
2017 • Self - Singer / Songwriter
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Countdown - The Wonder Years 2
Countdown - The Wonder Years 2
2007 • Self (archive footage)
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The Who | Tommy and Quadrophenia Live
The Who | Tommy and Quadrophenia Live
2005 • The Ace Face / Cousin Kevin
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Rockthology 2
Rockthology 2
2004 • Self (archive footage)
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Heavy Metal 2000
Heavy Metal 2000
2000 • Odin (voice)
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The Filth and the Fury
The Filth and the Fury
2000 • Self (archive footage)
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Mad Dog Time
Mad Dog Time
1996 • Lee Turner
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D.O.A.
D.O.A.
1981 • Self
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Billy Idol – Biography, Known For & Filmography