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Anthony Kiedis

Anthony Kiedis is an American singer and songwriter best known as the lead vocalist and a founding member of the Red Hot Chili Peppers.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Anthony Kiedis is an American singer and songwriter best known as the lead vocalist and a founding member of the Red Hot Chili Peppers. Born in Grand Rapids, Michigan, on November 1, 1962, he has been active with the band since its formation in 1983. He is also the author of the autobiography Scar Tissue. Kiedis has a long-standing connection to Canadian readers through the Red Hot Chili Peppers' international popularity and touring presence in Canada.

Early life

Anthony Kiedis was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan, on November 1, 1962. He is an American musician and singer.

Red Hot Chili Peppers

Kiedis co-founded the Red Hot Chili Peppers in 1983 with Flea, Hillel Slovak, and Jack Irons. He has served as the band's lead vocalist and has been active with the band for decades, appearing on its studio albums.

Writing and autobiography

Kiedis authored the autobiography Scar Tissue, which was released in 2004. It is his best-known published work outside of music.

Acting

In addition to music, Kiedis has taken small acting roles in film. These performances are a minor part of his public career compared with his work in music.

Key facts

  • Kiedis is the lead vocalist and a founding member of the Red Hot Chili Peppers.
  • He helped form the band in 1983 with Flea, Hillel Slovak, and Jack Irons.
  • He was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan, on November 1, 1962.
  • He authored the autobiography Scar Tissue, released in 2004.
  • He has also taken small acting roles in film.
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Canadian context

Anthony Kiedis has a long-standing connection to Canadian readers through the Red Hot Chili Peppers' international popularity and touring presence in Canada.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Anthony Kiedis?
He is an American singer and songwriter best known as the lead vocalist and founding member of the Red Hot Chili Peppers.
When was Anthony Kiedis born?
He was born on November 1, 1962.
Where was Anthony Kiedis born?
He was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States.
What band is Anthony Kiedis in?
He is the lead singer of the Red Hot Chili Peppers.
Did Anthony Kiedis write a book?
Yes. He wrote the autobiography Scar Tissue, which was released in 2004.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anthony_Kiedis
    Supports: Lead vocalist and founding member of the Red Hot Chili Peppers; long career with the band.
  2. Wikipedia (German) — https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anthony_Kiedis
    Supports: Born in Grand Rapids, Michigan; singer and band leader of the Red Hot Chili Peppers.
  3. Wikipedia (Portuguese) — https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anthony_Kiedis
    Supports: Birth date; occupation; founding of the Red Hot Chili Peppers in 1983.
  4. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scar_Tissue_(autobiography)
    Supports: Scar Tissue is Kiedis's autobiography, released in 2004.
  5. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0452347/
    Supports: Birth date and acting credits/small film roles.