Joan Jett is a singer, guitarist, producer and actress famously known for her work with the Runaways (featuring "Cherry Bomb") and Joan Jett & the Blackhearts.
Joan Jett is an American rock singer, songwriter, musician, and record producer. She rose to fame in the early 1980s as the lead singer of the band The Runaways, and is now well-known for such rock classics as "I Love Rock 'n' Roll". She has been awarded numerous accolades including the inductions into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1958</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Joan Jett is Born</div><div class='timeline-text'>On September 22, 1958, Joan Jett was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1975</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>The Runaways Formed</div><div class='timeline-text'>Jett forms the all-female rock band The Runaways with drummer Sandy West and guitarist Lita Ford.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1979</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Solo Album Release</div><div class='timeline-text'>Releases her first solo album, titled Joan Jett.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1981</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Joan Jett & The Blackhearts Formed</div><div class='timeline-text'>Forms the band Joan Jett & The Blackhearts with guitarist Ricky Byrd and bassist Gary Ryan.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1983</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>"I Love Rock N' Roll" Released</div><div class='timeline-text'>Joan Jett & The Blackhearts release their biggest hit single "I Love Rock N' Roll".</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1992</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Film Role in Light of Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>Jett plays a starring role in the movie Light of Day alongside Michael J. Fox.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inducted into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame</div><div class='timeline-text'>Jett is inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as a member of The Runaways.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>First Female Musician to be Inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame</h3><p class='facts-text'>Joan Jett was the first female musician to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2015.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Appeared in the Movie Light of Day</h3><p class='facts-text'>Joan Jett starred opposite Michael J. Fox in the 1987 movie, Light of Day. She also composed and performed the title track for the movie.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Played Guitar on Saturday Night Live</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 2009, Joan Jett became the first female musical guest to play guitar on Saturday Night Live.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Co-founded Blackheart Records</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 1980, Joan Jett co-founded her own record label, Blackheart Records, which she still operates today.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Member of the Runaways</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 1975, Joan Jett became a founding member of the all-female rock band The Runaways, becoming an influential figure in punk music.</p></div></div>
Joan Jett is an American rock singer born on September 22, 1958. She is currently 64 years old. Nicknamed the Queen of Rock 'n Roll, Joan Jett is best known for her work with the female rock band The Runaways and her solo hit songs, such as "I Love Rock and Roll" and "Bad Reputation."
Joan Jett has an estimated net worth of $10M. She is best known for her rock music and her strong work ethic throughout the music industry. Her wealth comes mainly from her music career, her extensive record sales, touring, brand endorsements and other successful business ventures.
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