Gerard Way is an American singer, songwriter, and comic book writer, best known as the lead vocalist of the rock band My Chemical Romance. Born on April 9, 1977, in Summit, New Jersey, he gained fame in the early 2000s with the band's hit albums, including "The Black Parade," which became a defining work of the emo genre. In addition to his music career, Way is also recognized for his work in comics. He created the popular comic series The Umbrella Academy, which was later adapted into a successful television series on Netflix. His contributions to both music and comics have made him a prominent figure in contemporary pop culture.