1. Iggy Pop: The lead singer of The Stooges strongly influenced Rotten. Iggy Pop's stage presence and rebellious attitude made him a significant inspiration.
2. David Bowie: Bowie's music and persona had an impact on Rotten. Bowie's experimentation with different musical styles and his charismatic stage persona influenced Rotten's own music and image.
3. Alice Cooper: Cooper's theatrical stage performances and music resonated with Rotten. Alice Cooper's macabre and androgynous stage persona inspired Rotten's own sense of performance.
4. Malcolm McLaren: McLaren, the manager of the Sex Pistols, was a significant influence on Rotten. McLaren was a conceptual artist and fashion designer, and his input helped shape the rebellious and provocative public persona of the Sex Pistols.