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Jan Hammer
Jan Hammer is best known for Tales from the Crypt, Miami Vice, Squidbillies and E! True Hollywood Story. Jan Hammer was born on April 17, 1948. Jan Hammer is 78 years old (born April 17, 1948).
- Born
- April 17, 1948 (78 years old)
- Place of birth
- Prague, Czechoslovakia [now Czech Republic]
Biography
Jan Hammer (born April 17, 1948 as Jan Hamr) is a Czech-American musician, keyboardist, and songwriter who composed the background score music for the first four seasons of Miami Vice (although he was joined by John Petersen for much of season 4). As the show's original composer, he composed the famous "Miami Vice Theme" that was featured in all 111 episodes of the series.
Known for
Filmography
- 2020Příběhy českého jazzuSelf
- 2005SquidbilliesTheme Song Performance
- 1998Rozjezdy pro hvězdyMusic
- 1997Prince StreetOriginal Music Composer
- 1996E! True Hollywood Story
- 1989Tales from the CryptMusic
- 1984Miami ViceHimself (uncredited)
- 1971BBC In ConcertSelf
Frequently asked questions
What movies and shows has Jan Hammer been in?
Jan Hammer is best known for Tales from the Crypt, Miami Vice, Squidbillies and E! True Hollywood Story.
When was Jan Hammer born?
Jan Hammer was born on April 17, 1948. (Prague, Czechoslovakia [now Czech Republic])
How old is Jan Hammer?
Jan Hammer is 78 years old (born April 17, 1948).
Updated: November 4, 2026 ·