Dutch singer and songwriter Sharon den Adel, born on July 12, 1974, in Waddinxveen, Netherlands, is the lead vocalist for the symphonic metal group Within Temptation. She established the band in 1996 alongside her partner Robert Westerholt.

Sharon den Adel's dynamic and robust vocal abilities have been crucial to Within Temptation's musical identity, playing a key role in the band's achievements within the symphonic metal scene. Recognized for her expressive stage presence, she has influenced the group's distinct sound.