Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Birthday
(Monday)
Died
Birthplace
Nationality
Languages
English
Spouse
Courtney Love (1992-1994)
Children
1 child: Frances Bean Cobain
Parents
Donald Leland Cobain, Wendy Elizabeth Fradenburg
Education
Aberdeen High School
Zodiac Sign
♓ Pisces
Chinese Zodiac
羊 Goat
Name Origin
English < German
Popularity
Tier A -- 227,873 Wikipedia views/month
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Screen debut
First screen credit at age 38
Year context
Born in 1967 -- Six-Day War in the Middle East; Summer of Love; Lyndon B. Johnson was US president
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Career
Career spanning 9 years (2006-2015)
Zodiac
Year of the Goat, sign of Pisces
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Sustainability
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Cultural Uplift
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Filmography (3)
Biography
Kurt Donald Cobain was an American musician. He was the lead vocalist, guitarist, primary songwriter, and a founding member of the grunge band Nirvana. Through his angsty songwriting and anti-establishment persona, he widened the thematic conventions of mainstream rock music. He was heralded as a spokesman of Generation X, and is widely recognized as one of the most influential rock musicians.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Kurt Cobain?
Kurt Cobain was born on and passed away on at the age of 27.
Where was Kurt Cobain born?
Kurt Cobain was born in Aberdeen.
What movies or shows has Kurt Cobain been in?
Kurt Cobain has 3 credits in our database. Notable titles include Soaked in Bleach (2015), Vyprávěj (2009), Kurt Cobain: About a Son (2007).
Where can I find more information about Kurt Cobain?
You can find more about Kurt Cobain on Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
