Dave Navarro

Dave Navarro’s mother, Constance, and her friend Sue Jory were tragically shot to death in 1983. Constance’s ex-boyfriend, John Riccardi, was arrested in 1991 with the help of America’s Most Wanted.

Full Name: David Michael Navarro

Date of Birth: June 7, 1967

Birthplace: Santa Monica, California, USA

Occupation: Musician, Songwriter, Actor

Early Life:

Dave Navarro was born in Santa Monica, California, and showed an early interest in music. His mother, Constance Colleen Hopkins, was a model, and his father, James Raul Navarro, was a dentist. Tragically, his mother and a friend were murdered when Dave was just 15 years old.

Music Career:

• Jane’s Addiction: Dave Navarro gained prominence as the guitarist for the alternative rock band Jane’s Addiction. He joined the band in 1986 and contributed to their groundbreaking albums like “Nothing’s Shocking” (1988) and “Ritual de lo Habitual” (1990).
• Red Hot Chili Peppers: Navarro briefly joined the Red Hot Chili Peppers in the mid-1990s and played on their album “One Hot Minute” (1995).
• Solo Career: In addition to his work with bands, Navarro has pursued a solo career. He released solo albums, including “Trust No One” (2001) and “Ghosts” (2008).

Acting Career:

• Navarro has explored acting, making appearances in television shows such as “Sons of Anarchy” and movies like “The Panic in Needle Park” (1971) and “Uptown Girls” (2003).

Personal Life:

• Navarro has been open about his struggles with addiction and the impact of his mother’s murder on his life.
• He has been married multiple times, including a high-profile marriage to actress and model Carmen Electra.

Photo credit: Ignacio Galvez, CC BY 3.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0>, via Wikimedia Commons

• Navarro ventured into directing with the adult film ‘Broken.’ While Grammy victories have eluded him, he found success in a different arena as his adult movie clinched the Best High-End All-Sex Release trophy at the 2008 AVN Awards.
• Aside from his cinematic endeavors, Navarro owns one of Kurt Cobain’s guitars, a unique connection to the iconic Nirvana frontman.
• He is proud of his Mexican heritage, Navarro has celebrated his cultural roots.
• In the music realm, he showcased his versatility by playing the drums on Michelle Branch’s track “Are You Happy Now?”
• Navarro has contributed his guitar skills to prominent bands, notably as the guitarist for the Red Hot Chili Peppers and his earlier role with Jane’s Addiction.
• His influence extends to the visual realm as well, appearing in Moby’s music video for “We Are All Made of Stars.”
• Navarro’s educational journey took him to Notre Dame High School in Sherman Oaks, California.
• Born to Mike Navarro and model Constance Navarro, Navarro’s diverse career and cultural pride shape his identity as an artist and individual.
• Navarro is known for his distinctive appearance, often featuring tattoos and a rockstar aesthetic.