Real Name: Vincent Cusano
Birthplace: Connecticut, CT
Birthdate: Aug. 6, 1952
Hair: Brown
Eyes: Brown
Image: Egyptian Warrior
Instrument: Lead Guitar

Vinnie Vincent replaced Ace Frehley in KISS in 1982. He got the gig because KISS had a tour booked and had'nt found an official replacement, and was hired even with Gene and Paul's uneasiness. He had already recorded with KISS on "Creatures Of The Night" but made his debut as an official member on the "Lick It Up" album. Vinnie's Egyptian Warrior character was actually created by Paul Stanley in late 1982. Before joining KISS in 1982, Vinnie was a staff songwriter for the TV program "Happy Days". Friction between Vincent and KISS came to a head when he was fired after the "Lick It Up Tour".