Wendy O. Williams

About Wendy O. Williams

Wendy O. Williams (May 28, 1949 – April 6, 1998) was the lead singer for the punk band the Plasmatics, whose stage theatrics included blowing-up equipment, near nudity, and chainsawing guitars.

Dubbed “The Queen of Shock Rock,” Williams was widely considered as a controversial and radical female singer. She often sported a trademark Mohawk haircut.

Williams was nominated in 1985 for a Grammy in the Best Female Rock Vocal category during the height of her band’s popularity.