Gutsy vocalist for Led Zeppelin who sang Whole Lotta Love.
He quit his training as a chartered accountant, in order to pursue becoming a member of the England Midlands blues scene.
In 2011, Rolling Stone readers rated him the #1 Lead Singer of All Time.
He got married to Maureen Wilson on November 9, 1969 and divorced in August of 1983.
He was considered an influence on the work of Freddie Mercury.