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Kirk Hammett Biography
Born on November 18, 1962 to a Fillipino mother and merchant seaman father. Learned guitar at age 15. Joined Metallica to replace Dave Mustaine in 1982. Has won several Grammys with Metallica and participated in their class action law suit against Napster.Trivia
Took guitar lessons from Joe Satriani.
Vegetarian
Collects horror film memorabilia
Known for his custom made guitars with horror film graphics
Previous band before Metallica was the trash metal band Exodus.
Replaced Dave Mustaine as permanent guitarist for Metallica in 1983.
Son Angel Ray Keala, born October 6, 2006.
Son, Vincenzo Kainalu was born on June 28, 2008.
Lives in San Francisco, California.
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