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Acting
Chris Cornell
Chris Cornell is best known for Saturday Night Live, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Conan and Jimmy Kimmel Live!. Chris Cornell was born on July 20, 1964. Chris Cornell died on May 17, 2017 at the age of 52.
- Born
- July 20, 1964
- Place of birth
- Seattle, Washington, USA
- Died
- May 17, 2017 (52 years old)
Biography
Christopher John Cornell (né Boyle; July 20, 1964 – May 18, 2017) was an American singer, songwriter and musician best known as the lead vocalist, rhythm guitarist, and primary lyricist for the rock bands Soundgarden and Audioslave. He also had a solo career and contributed to numerous movie soundtracks. Cornell was the founder and frontman of Temple of the Dog, a one-off tribute band dedicated to his late friend Andrew Wood. Several music journalists, fan polls and fellow musicians have regarded Cornell as one of the greatest rock singers of all time.
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Description above from the Wikipedia article Chris Cornell, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Known for
Filmography
- 2014The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy FallonSelf - Musical Guest
- 2010ConanSelf
- 2009Live from the Artists DenSelf
- 2006The Henry Rollins ShowHimself
- 2005Sound Off with Matt PinfieldHimself
- 2003Jimmy Kimmel Live!Self
- 1993Late Show with David LettermanSelf - Musical Guest
- 1992The Tonight Show with Jay Leno
- 1992Later... with Jools Holland
- 1975Saturday Night LiveSelf - Musical Guest
Frequently asked questions
What movies and shows has Chris Cornell been in?
Chris Cornell is best known for Saturday Night Live, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Conan and Jimmy Kimmel Live!.
When was Chris Cornell born?
Chris Cornell was born on July 20, 1964. (Seattle, Washington, USA)
How old is Chris Cornell?
Chris Cornell died on May 17, 2017 at the age of 52.
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