Rabindranath Tagore backdrop
80 years (deceased) . Kolkata

Rabindranath Tagore_

NOBEL LAUREATE Kolkata

"Born — Died "

Born Kolkata
Birthday
80
Lived
9
Credits
83 yrs
Career
Updated Feb 20, 2026

Details

Birthday
(Tuesday)
Died
Birthplace
Nationality
Languages
Bangla
Spouse
Mrinalini Devi (1883-1902)
Children
1 child: Rathindranath Tagore
Parents
Debendranath Tagore
Education
St. Xavier's Collegiate School, University College London
Zodiac Sign
♉ Taurus
Chinese Zodiac
鸡 Rooster
Popularity
Tier A -- 96,750 Wikipedia views/month

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Birthday twin
Shares a birthday (May 7) with Michelle Randolph
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Career
Career spanning 83 years (1927-2010)
Notable
Career spanning 83 years (1927-2010) -- among the longest-active entertainers in A-tier
Screen debut
First screen credit at age 70
Zodiac
Year of the Rooster, sign of Taurus

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Human Impact
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Innovation
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Giving
0
Sustainability
100
Cultural Uplift
42
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AWARDS (4)

B
Knight Bachelor
WON
G
Nobel Prize in Literature
WON
B
Officer of the Order of the British Empire
WON
B
honorary doctor of the University of Calcutta
WON

Biography

Rabindranath Thakur, also known by his pseudonym Bhanusimha was a Bengali polymath of the Bengal Renaissance period. In 1913, Tagore became the first Asian to win a Nobel Prize in any category, and also the first lyricist and non-European to win the Nobel Prize in Literature. A significant moulder of culture within the Indian subcontinent, he has written and composed the national anthems of India and Bangladesh.

Frequently Asked Questions

How old was Rabindranath Tagore?
Rabindranath Tagore was born on and passed away on at the age of 80.
Where was Rabindranath Tagore born?
Rabindranath Tagore was born in Kolkata.
What movies or shows has Rabindranath Tagore been in?
Rabindranath Tagore has 9 credits in our database. Notable titles include Mukherjee Dar Bou (2019), Abujh Bou (2010), Shuva (2006), Shasti (2004), Lekin... (1990).
Where can I find more information about Rabindranath Tagore?
You can find more about Rabindranath Tagore on Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.

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