Jobriath

Bruce Wayne Campbell (December 14, 1946 – August 3, 1983), known by his stage name Jobriath, was an American rock musician and actor. He was the first openly gay rock musician to be signed to a major record label and one of the first internationally famous musicians to die of AIDS.

Jobriath
Jobriath in 1973
Background information
Birth nameBruce Wayne Campbell
Also known asJobriath Salisbury
Jobriath Boone
Cole Berlin
Bryce Campbell
Born(1946-12-14)December 14, 1946
King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
DiedAugust 3, 1983(1983-08-03) (aged 36)
New York City, U.S.
Genres
Occupation(s)
  • Singer
  • songwriter
  • actor
  • record producer
Years active1965–1983
Labels
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