Richard Fortus

Biography

Richard Fortus, born November 17, 1966, is an American guitarist known for his work in Guns N' Roses since 2002, making him the longest-tenured member of the band. A versatile musician, he has also collaborated with The Psychedelic Furs frontman Richard Butler and former Guns N' Roses bandmate Frank Ferrer, playing rhythm guitar and vocals on several projects. Fortus's musical roots include a classical education at the Conservatory of the Arts in St. Louis.