That’s a great side-by-side of two rock legends! Here’s a quick comparison summary of **Jon Bon Jovi** and **Axl Rose**, two of the most iconic frontmen in American rock history, both born in 1962:
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### **Jon Bon Jovi**
* **Full Name:** John Francis Bongiovi Jr.
* **Born:** March 2, 1962, Perth Amboy, New Jersey
* **Height:** 5 ft 9 in (175 cm)
* **Band:** Lead singer of **Bon Jovi**
* **Marital Status:** Married to **Dorothea Hurley** (since 1989)
* **Children:** Four – **Stephanie**, **Jesse**, **Jake**, and **Romeo**
* **Notable Traits:** Known for his clean-cut image, strong family values, and enduring mainstream appeal. Also a philanthropist and occasional actor.
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### **Axl Rose**
* **Full Name:** William Bruce Rose Jr.
* **Born:** February 6, 1962, Lafayette, Indiana
* **Height:** 5 ft 9 in (175 cm)
* **Band:** Lead vocalist of **Guns N’ Roses**
* **Marital/Relationship History:** Dated **Erin Everly** (briefly married), later involved with **Stephanie Seymour**
* **Children:** None
* **Notable Traits:** Known for his intense stage presence, vocal range, and tumultuous personal life. A central figure in rock’s more rebellious, volatile side.
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While both share the same birth year and height, they represent different flavors of American rock:
* **Jon Bon Jovi** is often associated with polished arena rock and power ballads.
* **Axl Rose**, on the other hand, is the embodiment of the raw, edgy, and explosive energy of hard rock and glam metal.
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