Full name: James Alan Hetfield
Birthdate: August 3, 1963.
Birthplace: Los Angeles, California.
Grew up: Brea, California.
Marital Status: Married
Children: Cali Tee Hetfield - June 11th 1998
Siblings: Dede, a younger sister.
Religion: None, but his parents were Christian Scientists.
Influences: Black Sabbath, Iron Maiden, Motorhead, Diamond Head.
Favorite Bands/Musicians: C.O.C., Tom Waits, Leonard Cohen, Laibach, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Danzig, Faith no More, etc.
Favorite Team: The Raiders.
Favorite Foods: Mexican, Meat, Potatoes & Beer!
First Band: Obsession.
Job in MetallicA: Rhythm Guitar/Vocals
Quotes: "Live to win, Dare to Fail" - "Authority pisses me off. I think everyone should be able to drink and get loud whenever they want."