Personal Info
Known For
Acting
Birthdate
1956-06-14 (Age: 70)
Place of Birth
Copenhagen, Denmark
King Diamond
Biography
Kim Bendix Petersen (born 14 June 1956), better known by his stage name King Diamond, is a Danish rock musician and songwriter. As a vocalist, he is known for his powerful and wide-ranging singing voice, in particular his far-reaching falsetto screams. He is the lead vocalist and lyricist for both Mercyful Fate and the eponymous King Diamond. He also plays keyboards and guitars on studio recordings but uses live shows to focus solely on his vocal performance. Diamond is renowned for his dark lyrical content and his story concepts. He is also known for his distinctive shock stage persona (in particular his black and white facepaint). He remains a huge influence on many rock and metal artists, including Metallica, Slayer and Cradle of Filth.
Filmography (18)
King Diamond Live at Wacken 2025
2025
Metalocalypse: Army of the Doomstar
2023Mercyful Fate Live - Wacken Open Air 2022
2022
Texas Carlos Massacre
2021
King Diamond: Summer Breeze
2019
King Diamond: Songs for the Dead Live
2019
King Diamond - Live at The Fillmore
2019King Diamond - Abigail Live in Concert
2015Metallica: The 30th Anniversary Event
2011
