Jane Wiedlin

Singer-songwriter, guitarist, actress

Jane Wiedlin - Singer-songwriter, guitarist, actress
Born

May 20th, 1958
67 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Started career as a founding member of the all-female band The Go-Go's, which rose to fame in the early 1980s. The band achieved significant success with the album 'Beauty and the Beat' which topped the Billboard chart. Later pursued a solo music career and released albums including 'Fur' and 'Kiss the Sky'. Made appearances in films such as 'Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure' and series like 'The Bold and the Beautiful'. Engaged in various creative projects and remained an active figure in the music industry.

Co-founded the band The Go-Go's

Released the hit album 'Beauty and the Beat'

Appeared in 'Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure'

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