Joey Ramone

Born

May 19, 1951

Died

April 15, 2001 · age 49

From

Forest Hills, Queens, New York, U.S.

Jeffry Ross Hyman (May 19, 1951 – April 15, 2001), best known by his stage name Joey Ramone, was an American musician, vocalist and songwriter, best known as the lead vocalist of the punk rock band the Ramones. Joey Ramone's image, voice and tenure as front man of the Ramones made him a countercultural icon.