Kyle Gass

American musician, comedian, actor

Kyle Gass - American musician, comedian, actor
Born

July 14th, 1960
65 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Contributed as a musician, comedian, and actor through various mediums. Co-founded the comedy rock duo Tenacious D alongside Jack Black. Released the self-titled debut album 'Tenacious D' in 2001, which received acclaim and commercial success. Participated in film projects including 'Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny' and the HBO series 'Tenacious D'. Gass has also contributed to the music of other projects and performed in numerous comedy sketches.

Co-founded the comedy rock duo Tenacious D

Released the album 'Tenacious D'

Acted in 'Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny'

Appeared in the HBO series 'Tenacious D'

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