Rebecca Pidgeon
Singer-songwriter and actress
Born
October 10th, 1965
59 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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Born in 1965, this American-English singer-songwriter and actress gained recognition for contributions to both music and film. As a singer-songwriter, released several acclaimed albums, including 'The Raven' and 'Tough on Crime'. In addition to music, acted in films such as 'The Spanish Prisoner' and 'The Winslow Boy'. Pidgeon has woven storytelling into lyrics, showcasing a blend of folk and pop influences.
Released albums like 'The Raven'
Acted in 'The Spanish Prisoner'
Acted in 'The Winslow Boy'
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