Dee Snider

Date of Birth: March 15, 1955

Zodiac Sign: Pisces

Biography

Dee Snider, born Daniel “Dee” Snider on March 15, 1955, is an American singer, songwriter, radio personality, and actor, best known as the lead vocalist and songwriter for the heavy metal band Twisted Sister. Snider’s theatrical stage presence and powerful voice made him one of the most recognizable frontmen of the 1980s heavy metal scene. He gained widespread fame with Twisted Sister’s hit songs including “We’re Not Gonna Take It” and “I Wanna Rock,” which became anthems of rebellion and youth empowerment. Outside of Twisted Sister, Snider has pursued solo music projects, acted in various films and television shows, and hosted radio programs. He is also an outspoken advocate for musicians’ rights and famously testified before the U.S. Senate in 1985 against the Parents Music Resource Center (PMRC) regarding music censorship. Snider continues to influence the music industry and remains active in various entertainment ventures.

5 Interesting Facts about Dee Snider

1. Dee Snider testified before the U.S. Senate in 1985 against the PMRC, defending the rights of musicians.

2. He hosted the radio show “House of Hair,” which featured classic metal music and interviews.

3. Snider wrote and starred in the horror film “Strangeland” released in 1998, which became a cult classic.

4. He has published several books, including his autobiography “Shut Up and Give Me the Mic.”

5. Dee Snider was inducted into the Long Island Music Hall of Fame in 2006.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Dee Snider

1. “If it’s not loud, it’s not worth listening to.”

2. “You can’t stop rock ‘n’ roll!”

3. “I’m a firm believer that you don’t achieve greatness on your own. There’s always someone there to lend a hand.”

4. “Just because you’re not a drummer doesn’t mean you don’t have to keep time.”

5. “Music is supposed to be rebellious. It’s supposed to question authority and make people think.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

The highest net worth Dee Snider achieved is estimated to be around $10 million.

Children

Dee Snider has four children with his wife, Suzette Snider. Their names are Jesse Blaze Snider, Shane Royal Snider, Cody Blue Snider, and Cheyenne Jean Snider. Jesse Blaze Snider is also a musician and has followed in his father’s footsteps in the entertainment industry.