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Fred Durst - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | August 20, 1970 |
|---|---|
| Age | 55 |
| Birthplace | Jacksonville, Florida, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo - (see also Fred Durst's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Lead vocalist of Limp Bizkit |
Intro
Fred Durst is an American singer, songwriter, director, and actor best known as the frontman of the nu metal band Limp Bizkit.
Early Life & Background
Fred Durst was born William Frederick Durst on August 20, 1970. He grew up in Gastonia, North Carolina, before relocating to Jacksonville, Florida, where he would eventually form the band Limp Bizkit in the mid-1990s.
Career Highlights
- Formed Limp Bizkit in 1994 and achieved major success with albums such as 'Significant Other' (1999) and 'Chocolate Starfish and the Hot Dog Flavored Water' (2000).
- Directed feature films including 'The Education of Charlie Banks' (2007) and 'The Longshots' (2008).
- Known for being one of the prominent figures in bringing nu metal and rap rock to mainstream popularity in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Trivia
- Durst has cited influences from hip hop, punk, and metal genres.
- He is also known for his distinctive red baseball cap, which became a trademark of his on-stage persona.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Fred Durst?
Fred Durst is 55 years old.
When was Fred Durst born?
Fred Durst was born the 20 August 1970.
Where is Fred Durst from?
Jacksonville, Florida, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About August 20th, 1970, in brief:
- Day of the week: August 20th, 1970 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Make It With You by Bread
- #1 UK song: The Wonder Of You by Elvis Presley
- Popular movie: Catch-22 directed by Mike Nichols
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