Real name: William Bruce Bailey (William Rose) Born: February 6, 1962 Hometown: Lafayette, Indiana Height: 5 feet, 9 inches Parents: L. Stephen and Sharon Bailey Siblings: Two (Amy and Stuart, Axl is the oldest) Main vocal influence: Michael Monroe Age began singing: Five Place began singing: Church Age kicked out of house: Sixteen Longest time served in jail: Three months Alternative choice of occupation: Lawyer, he has defended himself at trials. Pets: Maltese dogs Bands before GN'R: A X L, Rose, Hollywood Rose, L.A. Guns Recorded with (amongst others): Steve Jones, Don Henley and Gilby Clarke Other info: Sang in the Bailey Trio with his brother and sister. Accolades: #7 in Spin magazine's list of the 50 Greatest Frontmen Of All Time (August 2004)