48 Facts About Rob Halford

Robert John Arthur Halford was born on 25 August 1951 and is an English heavy metal singer.

Rob Halford is best known as the lead vocalist of Judas Priest, which was formed in 1969 and has received accolades such as the 2010 Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance.

Rob Halford has been noted for his powerful and wide ranging operatic vocal style and trademark leather-and-studs image, both of which have become iconic in heavy metal.

Rob Halford has been involved with several side projects, including Fight, Two, and Halford.

Rob Halford was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Judas Priest in 2022, via the Award for Musical Excellence.

Robert John Arthur Halford was born on 25 August 1951 in Sutton Coldfield.

Rob Halford grew up in nearby Walsall, where he was raised on the Beechdale housing estate; the estate was home to Noddy Holder.

Rob Halford was introduced to Judas Priest bassist and co-founder Ian Hill by his sister Sue, who was dating Hill at the time.

Rob Halford continued to front Judas Priest throughout the 1970s and 1980s.

In 1990, Rob Halford emerged with all-new tattoos, including a bent Judas Priest cross on his right arm and ring around his other, as well as a few on his shoulders.

Rob Halford was left unconscious for a short time while the band was performing the first song.

Rob Halford had been wanting to do a solo project and had the blessing of his band members to do so.

In 1997, Rob Halford collaborated with guitarist John Lowery to form an industrial-influenced band called 2wo.

In 1999, Rob Halford returned to his metal roots and formed a solo band.

In 2010, Rob Halford released a live DVD titled Live in Anaheim and the fourth studio album Rob Halford IV: Made of Metal.

Rob Halford initially ruled it out, but then reconsidered, stating in 2002 that "Gut instinct tells me that at some point it will happen".

In July 2003, Rob Halford returned to Judas Priest and embarked on a tour in 2004 in celebration of his return.

Subsequent to the tour's announcement, Rob Halford stated that he would continue to move forward with his solo band.

Rob Halford performed as the vocalist for Black Sabbath for three shows.

Rob Halford replaced Ronnie James Dio for two nights in November 1992, when Dio elected not to open a show for Ozzy Osbourne.

Rob Halford filled in for Osbourne in Black Sabbath on 26 August 2004 at an Ozzfest show in Camden, New Jersey, since Osbourne could not perform due to bronchitis.

Rob Halford joined Sum 41 on stage in 2001 for a televised concert for MTV's 20th anniversary with drummer Tommy Lee to perform "You've Got Another Thing Comin'" as the final song of a medley.

Rob Halford joined queercore band Pansy Division on stage in July 1997 to perform the song "Breaking the Law".

Rob Halford joined Babymetal on stage on 18 July 2016 at the Alternative Press Music Awards in Cleveland where they performed a medley of "Painkiller" and "Breaking the Law".

All Fight and Rob Halford material were released in remastered format, which includes DVDs from both bands.

Rob Halford provided voice-over for the characters General Lionwhyte and the leader of the Fire Barons on the 2009 video game Brutal Legend.

Rob Halford developed the clothing line Metal God Apparel with plans to develop retail sales through 2010.

Rob Halford had a brief cameo in a 2010 commercial for Virgin Mobile, where he appeared as a priest.

Rob Halford has appeared as himself, representing the character Kevin's conscience, in the 2022 American teen comedy-drama Metal Lords.

Rob Halford owns a 1970s Aston Martin DBS, a Chevrolet Corvette, and a Mercury Cougar.

Rob Halford did not get a driving licence until the age of 38.

In May 2021, Rob Halford was made a Kentucky Colonel by Governor Andy Beshear.

Rob Halford cited it being "kind of a big leap forward".

Rob Halford explained that he cannot return to certain places of the world in fear of stoning.

Rob Halford described the 1970s and 1980s as "incredibly difficult", but not counting it as important music-wise.

Rob Halford describes himself as "the stately homo of heavy metal", and said that coming out was accidental but "the greatest thing I could have done for myself".

Rob Halford explained that he did not do so sooner due to the fear that it was going to be troublesome for him.

Rob Halford speaks negatively about the discrimination homosexuals still face in some parts of the world.

Rob Halford said that after he completed his interview, he began to fear negative reactions, but was quickly inundated with messages of support from colleagues and fans.

Rob Halford felt that the lyrics were "just too much", but was approved by the other members of the band.

Rob Halford says that he has been clean and sober since then.

Rob Halford made an energetic recovery and his live performances during the subsequent Fuel for Life Tour were described as some of his strongest ever.

Rob Halford underwent back surgery in 2013 and umbilical hernia surgery in 2014.

Rob Halford battled prostate cancer during the COVID-19 lockdowns after experiencing symptoms in 2017.

Rob Halford had an appendectomy after a tumour was discovered in his appendix.

Rob Halford possesses a powerful voice with a wide vocal range which is marked by his high-pitched screams and strong vibrato.

Rob Halford describes himself as "a huge Queen fan" since they began and saw their very early shows.

Rob Halford has called Freddie Mercury, the late lead singer of the band, his "ultimate hero" and expressed regret that he never got to know him.