🎧 Who Is Sid Wilson?
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Born January 20, 1977, in Des Moines, Iowa, to British parents.
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Best known as #0, the energetic turntablist and keyboardist for the nu‑metal band Slipknot, active since 1998 .
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Performs solo as DJ Starscream, specializing in jungle, drum’n’bass, and electronica—especially popular in Japan, signed to N2O Records.
🤘 Stage Antics & Style
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Famous for high-energy antics like stage-diving; in 2008, he famously broke both heels jumping from the stage.
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His trademark masks—each unique and often custom-made by artist Bob Basset—are a key part of his Slipknot identity.
💥 2024 Bonfire Injury
In August 2024, Sid suffered serious burns to his face and arms after a wood-burn pile exploded on his Iowa property. He was hospitalized but recovered quickly—remarkably without surgical skin grafting.
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He shared:
“My whole right arm is bandaged up… my face is basically melted from nose down.”
Despite the severity, he said the regeneration has been rapid, and he plans to be back on tour soon.
❤️ Personal Life & Engagement
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Sid has been dating Kelly Osbourne since early 2022; the couple welcomed their first child, son Sidney, in November 2022.
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On July 5, 2025, he proposed at Black Sabbath’s final “Back to the Beginning” show in Birmingham, England—Kelly said yes in front of Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne.
🎼 Career Highlights & Fun Facts
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Sid insisted on being #0 in Slipknot, associating the number zero with “filth” and raw energy .
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Prior to joining Slipknot, he connected with the band through Paul Grey; became the 9th member in 1998.
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As DJ Starscream, he’s known for jungle releases like Sound Assault and King of the Jungle, and grew a sizable international fan base.
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He's received recognition, including the “DJ of the Year” honor multiple times at Metal Edge Readers’ Choice Awards.
✅ Summary
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Role: Slipknot’s chaotic and charismatic turntablist; also a solo DJ.
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Recent news: Recovered from serious burns and got engaged to Kelly Osbourne backstage at a historic concert.
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