Chris Cornell
Born
Christopher John Boyle

(1964-07-20)July 20, 1964
Seattle, Washington, U.S.
DiedMay 18, 2017(2017-05-18) (aged 52)
Detroit, Michigan, U.S.
Cause of deathSuicide by hanging
Resting placeHollywood Forever Cemetery
Occupation
  • Musician
  • singer
  • songwriter
Years active1984–2017
Spouse(s)
Susan Silver
(m. 1990; div. 2004)

Vicky Karayiannis
(m. 2004)
Children3
Musical career
Genres
  • Alternative metal
  • heavy metal
  • grunge
  • alternative rock
  • hard rock
Instruments
  • Vocals
  • guitar
  • drums
Labels
  • SST
  • Sub Pop
  • A&M
  • Epic
  • Suretone
  • Interscope
  • Mosley
Associated acts
  • Soundgarden
  • Audioslave
  • Pearl Jam
  • Temple of the Dog
  • Center for Disease Control Boys
  • Alice Mudgarden
  • M.A.C.C.
  • Heart
  • Mad Season
Websitechriscornell.com