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Birthplace
Nationality
Languages
English
Spouse
Adelle Lutz (1987-2004)
Education
Lansdowne High School, Rhode Island School of Design
Zodiac Sign
♉ Taurus
Chinese Zodiac
龙 Dragon
Name Origin
English < Biblical Hebrew (דּוד)
Popularity
Tier A -- 133,480 Wikipedia views/month
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Screen debut
First screen credit at age 22
Career
Career spanning 45 years (1975-2020)
Year context
Born in 1952 -- US detonates first hydrogen bomb; Harry S. Truman was US president
Year 1952 →
Zodiac
Year of the Dragon, sign of Taurus
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Filmography (9)
AWARDS (1)
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Academy Awards
Academy Award for Best Original Score
1988
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Biography
David Byrne is an American musician, writer, visual artist, and filmmaker. He was a founding member and the principal songwriter, lead singer, and guitarist of the new wave band Talking Heads.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is David Byrne?
David Byrne is 73 years old, born on .
Where was David Byrne born?
David Byrne was born in Dumbarton.
What movies or shows has David Byrne been in?
David Byrne has 9 credits in our database. Notable titles include American Utopia (2020), Lennon or McCartney (2014), Ride, Rise, Roar (2011), Young Adam (2003), Heavy Petting (1989).
Where can I find more information about David Byrne?
You can find more about David Byrne on Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
