Frank Zappa
A member of the Greatest Generation generation, Frank Zappa was born in 1940 in Baltimore and went on to become a celebrated Actor.
American musician (1940–1993)
"Frank Zappa's most defining career moment outside of his vast musical output was his eloquent testimony before the U." — About Frank Zappa
| Metric | Frank Zappa | Avg Actor | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 52 | 53 | -1 yrs |
| Height | 2cm (0'1") | 119cm | -117cm |
| Career length | 34 yrs | ~35 yrs | -1 yrs |
| Based on 4322 Actor profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Frank Zappa
Did you know that Frank Zappa, despite his highly experimental and often challenging music, was a staunch advocate for free speech and testified before the U.S. Senate?
- He named his children Moon Unit, Dweezil, Ahmet Emuukha Rodan, and Diva Thin Muffin Pigeen.
- He testified before the U.S. Senate against music censorship in 1985, opposing the PMRC's efforts.
- Zappa had a species of jellyfish, Phialella zappai, named after him by a fan who was a biologist.
- He was posthumously inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1995.
- Despite his avant-garde music, he was a self-taught musician and composer, never formally trained.
Frank Zappa's most defining career moment outside of his vast musical output was his eloquent testimony before the U.S. Senate Commerce, Technology, and Transportation Committee in 1985. He powerfully argued against the Parents Music Resource Center's proposed music censorship, becoming an iconic figure in the fight for artistic freedom.
Frank Zappa's lasting cultural impact lies in his fearless musical innovation, blending genres and satire, and his unwavering defense of free speech, inspiring generations of artists and activists. He remains a symbol of artistic integrity and anti-establishment wit.