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Paul Di'Anno

Known For
Acting
Born
May 17, 1958 in Chingford, London, UK
Died
October 21, 2024
Active Years
1981–2025 (45 Years)
Total Credits
14 credits in database
Acting Born May 17, 1958 Died Oct 21, 2024 Chingford, London, UK 14 credits
14
Total Credits
1981–2025
45 Years Career Span
2
Vault Titles
10
Key Co-Stars

Biography

Paul Andrews, better known by his stage name Paul Di'Anno, was born on May 17, 1958, in Chingford, London, United Kingdom, and passed away on October 21, 2024, at the age of 66. He was an English heavy metal singer best known as the lead vocalist for Iron Maiden from 1978 to 1981. Following his tenure with Iron Maiden, Di'Anno released numerous albums as a solo artist and as a member of several bands, including Gogmagog, Di'Anno's Battlezone, Killers, Rockfellas, and Warhorse. Additionally, alongside fellow Iron Maiden member Dennis Stratton, he joined Praying Mantis to record their 1990 live album Live at Last. His professional profile on The Movie Database includes fourteen known acting credits.

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Career

Career overview

Paul Andrews, better known by his stage name Paul Di'Anno, was born in Chingford, London, United Kingdom on May 17, 1958, and passed away on October 21, 2024 at the age of sixty-six. He was an English heavy metal singer best known as the lead vocalist for Iron Maiden from 1978 to 1981.

Following his time with Iron Maiden, Di'Anno pursued a post-Maiden career that spanned numerous album releases as both a solo artist and as a member of several bands, including Gogmagog, Di'Anno's Battlezone, Killers, Rockfellas, and Warhorse. Additionally, he collaborated with fellow Iron Maiden member Dennis Stratton to join Praying Mantis for the recording of their 1990 live album titled Live at Last.

According to archival and database records, Paul Di'Anno is associated with fourteen known acting credits. His professional legacy remains rooted in his contributions to the heavy metal music genre through his work with Iron Maiden and his extensive subsequent musical projects, solo endeavors, and band affiliations.

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Career timeline

Di'Anno: Iron Maiden's Lost Singer
Heavy Metal Kingdom: The New Wave of British Heavy Metal
Paul Di'Anno: The Beast Arises
Paul Di'Anno: Live in London '84
Iron Maiden: Dawn of the DamnedIron Maiden: In the beginning with Paul Di'anno
Heavy Metal: Louder Than Life
The History Of Iron Maiden - Part 1: The Early Days
Iron Maiden: Visions of the Beast
Classic Albums
Iron Maiden: 12 Wasted Years
Iron Maiden: [1981] Beat Club BremenIron Maiden: Live at The RainbowIron Maiden: [1981] Milan, Italy

Full Filmography

14 titles
  • Di'Anno: Iron Maiden's Lost Singer (2025) as Self
  • Heavy Metal Kingdom: The New Wave of British Heavy Metal (2024) as Self
  • Paul Di'Anno: The Beast Arises (2014) as self
  • Paul Di'Anno: Live in London '84 (2012) as Lead Vocals
  • Iron Maiden: Dawn of the Damned (2009) as Self
  • Iron Maiden: In the beginning with Paul Di'anno (2009)
  • Heavy Metal: Louder Than Life (2006) as Self
  • The History Of Iron Maiden - Part 1: The Early Days (2004) as Himself
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  • Iron Maiden: Visions of the Beast (2003) as Self
  • Classic Albums (1997) as Self - Lead Vocals 1976-1981 (archive footage)
  • Iron Maiden: 12 Wasted Years (1987)
  • Iron Maiden: [1981] Beat Club Bremen (1981)
  • Iron Maiden: Live at The Rainbow (1981) as Self
  • Iron Maiden: [1981] Milan, Italy (1981) as Vox

Frequently Asked Questions

What movies or TV shows is Paul Di'Anno best known for?

Paul Di'Anno is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Di'Anno: Iron Maiden's Lost Singer (2025), A Chinese Ghost Story III (1991).

When and where was Paul Di'Anno born?

Paul Di'Anno was born on May 17, 1958 in Chingford, London, UK. They passed away on October 21, 2024.

How many credits does Paul Di'Anno have?

Paul Di'Anno has accumulated over 14 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1981 to 2025.

What is Paul Di'Anno's background in cinema and television?

Paul Andrews, better known by his stage name Paul Di'Anno, was born on May 17, 1958, in Chingford, London, United Kingdom, and passed away on October 21, 2024, at the age of 66. He was an English heavy metal singer best known as the lead vocalist for Iron Maiden from 1978 to 1981. Following his tenure with Iron Maiden,...

Paul Di'Anno by the numbers

14credits
13films
1TV series
1981–2025active years

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