Billy Idol is an English-American singer, songwriter, and musician. He first achieved fame in the punk rock era as the lead singer of the band Generation X. As a solo artist in the 1980s, Idol became a MTV icon with hits like 'White Wedding,' 'Rebel Yell,' and 'Eyes Without a Face.' His distinctive sneer and bleached-blond hair made him one of the most recognizable figures in rock music.