Kirk Lee Hammett is an American musician. Hammett has been the lead guitarist of heavy metal band Metallica since 1983; prior to joining Metallica, he co-formed thrash metal band Exodus in 1979. In 2023, Hammett and Metallica bandmate James Hetfield were co-ranked 23rd on Rolling Stone's list of Greatest Guitarists of All Time. In 2009, Hammett was ranked number 15 in Joel McIver's book The 100 Greatest Metal Guitarists.
Kirk Hammett
Musician
Notable For
American guitarist
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Kirk Hammett is born
Kirk Hammett, American musician, known for american guitarist, was born on 1963-11-18. Kirk Lee Hammett is an American musician.
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- When was Kirk Hammett born?
- Kirk Hammett was born on 1963-11-18 (American).
- What is Kirk Hammett known for?
- American guitarist
- What historical events involved Kirk Hammett?
- Kirk Hammett was involved in 1 recorded historical event, including Kirk Hammett is born.