Boris Williams
- Known for
- Acting
- Born
- April 24, 1957, Versailles, Yvelines, France
- Movies
- 10
Boris Peter Bransby Williams (born 24 April 1957) is a French-born English drummer best known for his extensive work with the Cure (1984–1994).
Born in Versailles, France, he had previously worked with various artists, including Thompson Twins, Kim Wilde, Strawberry Switchblade and Tomato City. Williams is one of seven children; he has two brothers - Michael and Morgan - and four sisters - Juliet, Caroline, Mira, and Sarah. Williams dated Caroline Crawley, lead singer of Shelleyan Orphan.
Williams first joined The Cure in 1984 (first gig on 7 November in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA), replacing Andy Anderson, who was fired for destroying a hotel room after a racially motivated incident with a security guard. During his tenure, Williams helped The Cure reach their critical and commercial peak recording the studio albums The Head on the Door, Kiss Me, Kiss Me, Kiss Me, Disintegration, and Wish.
Upcoming Boris Williams Movies
The Cure Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame 2019
Release date TBA
Best-Known Movies
Filmography
| 2024 | The Cure at the BBC | |
| 2001 | The Cure - Greatest Hits Videos | Self (archive footage) |
| 1993 | The Cure: Show | Self - Drums |
| 1991 | The Cure: Play Out | Self |
| 1991 | The Cure: Picture Show | Self |
| 1991 | The Cure: MTV Unplugged | Self |
| 1990 | Emberrabló lányok | |
| 1987 | The Cure in Orange | Self |
| 1986 | The Cure : Staring At The Sea - The Images | Self |
| 1985 | Vásár | (as Boris A. Williams) |
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