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Brent Spiner: Biography, Facts and Career

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Brent Jay Spiner (; born February 2, 1949) is an American actor best known for his role as the android Data on the television series Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987–1994), four subsequent films (1994–2002), and Star Trek: Picard (2020–2023). In 1997, he won the Saturn Award for Best Supporting Actor for his portrayal of Data in Star Trek: First Contact, and was nominated in the same category for portraying Dr. Brackish Okun in Independence Day, a role he reprised in Independence Day: Resurgence. Spiner has also enjoyed a career in the theater and as a musician. He is also known for voicing the Joker in the animated series Young Justice (2011–2022).

Quick facts about Brent Spiner

  • Full name: Brent Spiner
  • Born: 1949-02-02
  • Nationality: United States
  • Known as: Comedian
  • Wikidata ID: Q311453

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Who is Brent Spiner?

Brent Jay Spiner (; born February 2, 1949) is an American actor best known for his role as the android Data on the television series Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987–1994), four subsequent films (1994–2002), and Star Trek: Picard (2020–2023).

What nationality is Brent Spiner?

Brent Spiner is United States.

When was Brent Spiner born?

Brent Spiner was born on 1949-02-02.

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