Brent Spiner

Brent Spiner

Born:2. februar 1949

Place of Birth:Houston - Texas - USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Brent Jay Spiner, a versatile American actor, was born on February 2, 1949, in Houston, Texas. He is widely recognized for his iconic portrayal of the android Lieutenant Commander Data in the beloved television series Star Trek: The Next Generation and its subsequent films. Standing at a height of 5' 10", Spiner brought depth and complexity to the character of Data, captivating audiences with his nuanced performance.

Beyond his acclaimed role in the Star Trek franchise, Spiner has showcased his talent across various mediums, including theatre and music. His ability to seamlessly embody different characters on stage and screen has solidified his reputation as a multifaceted performer with a range that knows no bounds.

Raised in a Jewish household by his mother Sylvia and stepfather Sol Mintz, Spiner's early years were marked by a passion for the arts. He honed his acting skills at Bellaire High School in Texas, where he excelled on the Speech team and even clinched the national championship in dramatic interpretation. This early success foreshadowed Spiner's future achievements in the world of entertainment.

After graduating from Bellaire High School, Spiner continued to pursue his love for acting at the University of Houston, where he immersed himself in the local theatre scene. His dedication and talent caught the attention of audiences and industry insiders alike, setting the stage for his eventual rise to prominence in Hollywood.

Throughout his career, Spiner has garnered critical acclaim for his work, earning accolades such as the Saturn Award for his role in Star Trek: First Contact. His memorable portrayal of Dr. Brackish Okun in Independence Day further showcased his versatility as an actor, solidifying his status as a sought-after talent in the industry.

In addition to his acting prowess, Spiner is also an accomplished musician, showcasing his talents beyond the realm of performance. His passion for music adds another layer to his artistic repertoire, demonstrating his creativity and artistry in new and exciting ways.

With a career spanning decades, Brent Spiner continues to captivate audiences with his compelling performances and unwavering dedication to his craft. His legacy as an actor, musician, and all-around creative force remains a testament to his enduring talent and indelible impact on the world of entertainment.

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Independence Day

Independence Day

Dr. Brackish Okun

1996

Strange phenomena surface around the globe. The skies ignite. Terror races through the world's major cities. As these extraordinary events unfold, it becomes increasingly clear that a force of incredible magnitude has arrived. Its mission: total annihilation over the Fourth of July weekend. The last hope to stop the destruction is an unlikely group of people united by fate and unimaginable circumstances.
Independence Day: Resurgence

Independence Day: Resurgence

Dr. Brakish Okun

2016

We always knew they were coming back. Using recovered alien technology, the nations of Earth have collaborated on an immense defense program to protect the planet. But nothing can prepare us for the aliens’ advanced and unprecedented force. Only the ingenuity of a few brave men and women can bring our world back from the brink of extinction.
Phenomenon

Phenomenon

Dr. Bob

1996

An ordinary man sees a bright light descend from the sky, and discovers he now has super-intelligence and telekinesis.
South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut

South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut

Conan O'Brien (voice)

1999

In this feature film based on the hit animated series, the third graders of South Park sneak into an R-rated film by ultra-vulgar Canadian television personalities Terrance and Phillip, and emerge with expanded vocabularies that leave their parents and teachers scandalized. When outraged Americans try to censor the film, the controversy spirals into a call to wage war on Canada and Terrance and Phillip end up on death row, with the kids their only hope of rescue.
Superhero Movie

Superhero Movie

Dr. Strom

2008

Rick Riker is a nerdy teen imbued with superpowers by a radioactive dragonfly. And because every hero needs a nemesis, enter Lou Landers, aka the villainously goofy Hourglass.
Dude, Where's My Car?

Dude, Where's My Car?

Pierre (uncredited)

2000

Two stoners wake up after a night of partying and cannot remember where they parked their car.
The Aviator

The Aviator

Robert Gross

2004

A biopic depicting the life of filmmaker and aviation pioneer Howard Hughes from 1927 to 1947, during which time he became a successful film producer and an aviation magnate, while simultaneously growing more unstable due to severe obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Star Trek: First Contact

Star Trek: First Contact

Lieutenant Commander Data

1996

The Borg, a relentless race of cyborgs, are on a direct course for Earth. Violating orders to stay away from the battle, Captain Picard and the crew of the newly-commissioned USS Enterprise E pursue the Borg back in time to prevent the invaders from changing Federation history and assimilating the galaxy.
Star Trek: Insurrection

Star Trek: Insurrection

Lt. Commander Data

1998

When an alien race and factions within Starfleet attempt to take over a planet that has "regenerative" properties, it falls upon Captain Picard and the crew of the Enterprise to defend the planet's people as well as the very ideals upon which the Federation itself was founded.
Star Trek: Nemesis

Star Trek: Nemesis

Lt. Commander Data

2002

En route to the honeymoon of William Riker to Deanna Troi on her home planet of Betazed, Captain Jean-Luc Picard and the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise receives word from Starfleet that a coup has resulted in the installation of a new Romulan political leader, Shinzon, who claims to seek peace with the human-backed United Federation of Planets. Once in enemy territory, the captain and his crew make a startling discovery: Shinzon is human, a slave from the Romulan sister planet of Remus, and has a secret, shocking relationship to Picard himself.
I Am Sam

I Am Sam

Shoe Saleman

2001

Sam, a neurodivergent man, has a daughter with a homeless woman who abandons them when they leave the hospital, leaving Sam to raise Lucy on his own. But as Lucy grows up, Sam's limitations as a parent start to become a problem and the authorities take her away. Sam convinces high-priced lawyer Rita to take his case pro bono and in turn teaches her the value of love and family.
Star Trek: Generations

Star Trek: Generations

Lt. Commander Data

1994

Captain Jean-Luc Picard and the crew of the Enterprise-D find themselves at odds with the renegade scientist Soran who is destroying entire star systems. Only one man can help Picard stop Soran's scheme...and he's been dead for seventy-eight years.
Never Surrender: A Galaxy Quest Documentary

Never Surrender: A Galaxy Quest Documentary

Self

2019

A feature-length documentary about the film Galaxy Quest and its legacy, celebrating its milestone 20th anniversary.
Quantum Quest: A Cassini Space Odyssey

Quantum Quest: A Cassini Space Odyssey

Coach Mackey (voice)

2010

Dave, a young photon, who is forced out of the Sun on a journey of discovery. He must get to the Cassini Space Craft and save it from the forces of the Void, only Dave does not know exactly what he must do or even where the Cassini Space craft is or what it is. The forces of the Void must destroy Cassini before it sends its great discoveries back to Earth and Dave is the only thing that stands between them and victory.
Corrina, Corrina

Corrina, Corrina

Brent Witherspoon

1994

When Manny Singer's wife dies, his young daughter Molly becomes mute and withdrawn. To help cope with looking after Molly, he hires sassy housekeeper Corrina Washington, who coaxes Molly out of her shell and shows father and daughter a whole new way of life. Manny and Corrina's friendship delights Molly and enrages the other townspeople.
Stardust Memories

Stardust Memories

Fan in Lobby

1980

While attending a retrospect of his work, a filmmaker recalls his life and his loves: the inspirations for his films.

Produksjon

Star Trek: Nemesis

Star Trek: Nemesis

Story

2002

En route to the honeymoon of William Riker to Deanna Troi on her home planet of Betazed, Captain Jean-Luc Picard and the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise receives word from Starfleet that a coup has resulted in the installation of a new Romulan political leader, Shinzon, who claims to seek peace with the human-backed United Federation of Planets. Once in enemy territory, the captain and his crew make a startling discovery: Shinzon is human, a slave from the Romulan sister planet of Remus, and has a secret, shocking relationship to Picard himself.