Don Henley
Biography
Donald Hugh Henley is an American musician, singer, songwriter, record producer, and founding member of the Eagles, born on July 22, 1947, in Gilmer, Texas, USA. He was the drummer and co-lead vocalist for the Eagles from 1971 until the band broke up in 1980, and he has reprised those duties for the group's reunions since 1994. He has been the only constant member of the band since its formation. Henley sang lead vocals on Eagles songs such as Witchy Woman, Desperado, Best of My Love, One of These Nights, Hotel California, Life in the Fast Lane, The Long Run, and Get Over It. Following the breakup of the Eagles in 1980, he pursued a solo career and released his debut album, I Can't Stand Still, in 1982.
Career overview
Donald Hugh Henley is an American musician, singer, songwriter, record producer, and founding member of the Eagles. Born on July 22, 1947, in Gilmer, Texas, he has been the only constant member of the band since its formation. He served as the drummer and co-lead vocalist for the Eagles from 1971 until the band broke up in 1980, and he has reprised those duties for the group's reunions since 1994.
During his time with the group, Henley sang lead vocals on numerous Eagles hits, including Witchy Woman, Desperado, Best of My Love, One of These Nights, Hotel California, Life in the Fast Lane, The Long Run, and Get Over It. After the Eagles broke up in 1980, Henley pursued a solo career and released his debut album, I Can't Stand Still, in 1982. As a member of the Eagles, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
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41 titles- Henry David Thoreau (2026) Producer
- Billy Joel: And So It Goes (2025) as Self
- One-Hit Wonders at the BBC: Volume Two (2024) as Self (archive footage)
- Immediate Family (2022) as Self
- Laurel Canyon (2020) as Self
- Eagles - Live from the Forum MMXVIII (2020) as Himself
- Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice (2019) as Self
- Eagles - Legacy (2018) as Drums, Vocals
- Walden (2017) Co-Producer
- 老鹰乐队加州旅馆40周年纪念专辑 (2017)
- The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (2015) as Self - Musical Guest
- History of the Eagles (2013) as Self
- Eagles: Live At The Capital Centre March 1977 (2013) as Himself
- The Eagles - Earlybird Live Usa 1974 & Europe 1973 (2011) as Self
- Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Live - Start Me Up (2010) as Self
- O Melhor do Flash Back - 92 Clipes Para Recordar (2009) as Self (archive footage)
- Jerry Lee Lewis: Last Man Standing, Live (2007) as Self
- Eagles: Farewell I Tour - Live from Melbourne (2005) as Vocals
- The Ellen DeGeneres Show (2003) as Self
- The Country Bears (2002) as Self
- Don Henley - Live Inside Job (2000) as Himself
- Don Henley - Live Inside Job (2000) Writer
- Just Shoot Me! (1997) as Don Henley
- Return to 'Giant' (1996) as Narrator (voice)
- The Eagles: New Zealand Concert (1995) as himself
- Eagles: Hell Freezes Over (1994) as Drums, Acoustic Guitar, Percussion, Vocals
- The Eagles Unplugged 1994 (The Second Night) (1994)
- The Panama Deception (1992) Thanks
- MTV Unplugged (1989) as Self
- Decade (1989) as Self
- Bridge School Benefit Concert 1986 (1986) as Self
- MTV Video Music Awards (1984) as Self
- Eagles Live at the Capital Centre (1977)
- Eagles: Live at The Summit, Houston 1976 (1976)
- Austin City Limits (1975) as Self
- Saturday Night Live (1975) as Self - Musical Guest
- Eagles: The Broadcast Collection (1974) as Self
- Rock Concert (1973) as Self
- Eagles | Don Kirshner's Rock Concert (1973) as Self
- Eagles: BBC In Concert (1973) as Himself
- Eagles - Popgala 73 as Self
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Don Henley best known for?
Don Henley is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (2015), Die Hard (1988), Just Shoot Me! (1997), MTV Unplugged (1989).
When and where was Don Henley born?
Don Henley was born on July 22, 1947 in Gilmer, Texas, USA.
How many credits does Don Henley have?
Don Henley has accumulated over 41 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1973 to 2026.
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Donald Hugh Henley is an American musician, singer, songwriter, record producer, and founding member of the Eagles, born on July 22, 1947, in Gilmer, Texas, USA. He was the drummer and co-lead vocalist for the Eagles from 1971 until the band broke up in 1980, and he has reprised those duties for the group's reunions si...