Topper Headon
Acting1955Bromley, Kent, England, UK
Biography
Nicholas Bowen "Topper" Headon (born 30 May 1955) is an English drummer, best known as the drummer of punk rock band the Clash. Known for his instrumental contributions to the drumming world, Headon was inducted in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with the rest of The Clash in 2003.
He joined the Clash in 1977 and became famed for his drumming skills. He received his nickname owing to his resemblance to Mickey the Monkey from the Topper comic.
Known For
Acting History
2021
Count Me In
as Self
2020
2017
2007
2005
Viva Joe Strummer: The Clash and Beyond
as Himself
2003
The Clash : The Essential Clash
as Himself
1982
The Clash: Live in Tokyo
as Himself - Drums
1981
D.O.A.
as Self
1978
The Punk Rock Movie
as Self