Brent Spiner - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | February 02, 1949 |
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| Age | 77 |
| Birthplace | Houston, Texas, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius - (see also Brent Spiner's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Playing Lieutenant Commander Data on 'Star Trek: The Next Generation' and its spin-off films. |
Intro
Brent Spiner is an American actor, best known for his portrayal of the android Lieutenant Commander Data in the television series 'Star Trek: The Next Generation' and its related films. He is also recognized for his work in theater, voice acting, and various film and television roles outside the 'Star Trek' franchise.
Early Life & Background
Brent Spiner was born and raised in Houston, Texas. He attended Bellaire High School and later studied acting at the University of Houston, where he developed his skills in drama and performance. After college, he moved to New York to pursue a stage career before relocating to Los Angeles.
Career Highlights
- Portrayed Data in 'Star Trek: The Next Generation' (1987–1994) and subsequent feature films.
- Appeared in 'Independence Day' (1996) and its sequel 'Independence Day: Resurgence' (2016) as Dr. Brackish Okun.
- Performed in numerous stage productions, including Broadway performances in 'Sunday in the Park with George' and 'Big River'.
- Provided voice work for animated series such as 'Gargoyles' and 'Young Justice'.
Trivia
- Brent Spiner released an album titled 'Ol' Yellow Eyes Is Back' in 1991, featuring jazz standards.
- He is known for portraying not only Data but also several other members of the Soong family in the 'Star Trek' franchise.
- Spiner is a skilled singer and performed in musical theater before his television and film career.
FAQs
People also ask
Brent Spiner is 77 years old.
Brent Spiner was born the 2 February 1949.
Houston, Texas, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About February 2nd, 1949, in brief:
- Historical events: Professional golfer Ben Hogan was involved in a near-fatal car crash near Van Horn, Texas, while returning home with his wife after the Phoenix Open. The accident resulted in multiple injuries, including a broken left ankle, contusions to his left leg, a broken collarbone, a cracked rib, a double fracture of the pelvis, a head abrasion, and internal injuries. Despite initial doubts about his recovery, Hogan made a remarkable comeback to professional golf.
- Day of the week: February 2nd, 1949 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Careless Hands by Sammy Kaye & His Orchestra (Vocal Don Cornell)
- Popular movie: Little Women directed by Mervyn LeRoy
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