Torquil Campbell

Singer-songwriter and actor, most notable in music

Torquil Campbell - Singer-songwriter and actor, most notable in music
Born

March 17th, 1972
53 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Canada

Links & References

Singer-songwriter and actor gained recognition as the lead vocalist of the band Stars, which was part of the Canadian indie pop scene. The group released several albums, achieving critical success and a dedicated fan base. In addition to music, acted in the film 'The One and Only' and appeared in various theater productions. Campbell contributed to various artistic endeavors, including collaborations with other musicians and participation in music festivals.

Led the band Stars to critical success

Starred in the film 'The One and Only'

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