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Glen Hansard
Glen Hansard is best known for The Simpsons, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Kimmel Live! and Parenthood. Glen Hansard was born on April 21, 1970. Glen Hansard died on July 29, 2026 at the age of 56.
- Born
- April 21, 1970
- Place of birth
- Dublin, Ireland
- Died
- July 29, 2026 (56 years old)
Biography
Glen James Hansard (21 April 1970 – 29 July 2026) was an Oscar winning Irish singer-songwriter and musician. From 1990, he was the frontman of the Irish rock band the Frames, with whom he released six studio albums, four of which reached the top ten of the Irish Album Charts. He was one half of folk rock duo the Swell Season before releasing his debut solo album, Rhythm and Repose, in 2012. His second album Didn't He Ramble (2015), was nominated for the Grammy Award for Best Folk Album.
Known for
Filmography
- —Other VoicesHost — Presenter
- 2015The Late Show with Stephen ColbertSelf
- 2014Off Camera with Sam JonesSelf
- 2010ParenthoodGlen Hansard
- 2009Live from the Artists DenSelf
- 2009Late Night with Jimmy FallonSelf - Musical Guest
- 2003Jimmy Kimmel Live!Self
- 1989The SimpsonsIrish Guy (voice)
- 1953The OscarsSelf
Frequently asked questions
What movies and shows has Glen Hansard been in?
Glen Hansard is best known for The Simpsons, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Kimmel Live! and Parenthood.
When was Glen Hansard born?
Glen Hansard was born on April 21, 1970. (Dublin, Ireland)
How old is Glen Hansard?
Glen Hansard died on July 29, 2026 at the age of 56.
Updated: October 30, 2026 ·