Jack Black
Actor and comedian in 'School of Rock'
Born
August 28th, 1969
55 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An actor and comedian gained recognition for a unique blend of humor and music. Starred in 'School of Rock', portraying a rock musician posing as a substitute teacher. Co-founded the comedy rock duo Tenacious D, contributing to both music and film projects. Appeared in films such as 'Kung Fu Panda' and 'Nacho Libre', showcasing versatility across genres. Received accolades for performances, including nominations for Golden Globe and Grammy awards.
Starred in 'School of Rock'
Co-founded Tenacious D
Voiced Po in 'Kung Fu Panda'
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