Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2001 (as a member of Aerosmith).
Tired of the band's inactivity, left Aerosmith in 1981, and formed
"Whitford/St. Holmes" with Ted Nugent guitarist Derek St. Holmes, releasing one album that was a commercial failure. Along with Joe Perry, re-joined Aerosmith in 1984.
Was not an original member of Aerosmith, but joined the band in 1971 to
replace original rhythm guitarist Raymond Tabano.