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Sharon Van Etten: Biography, Facts and Career

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Sharon Katharine Van Etten (born February 26, 1981) is an American singer-songwriter, musician and actress. Originally from New Jersey, and currently based in Los Angeles, Van Etten's music is noted for its indie rock aesthetic and personal lyrical content. In the studio and during live performances, Van Etten is currently accompanied by her backing band, the Attachment Theory, which consists of Devra Hoff (bass guitar, backing vocals), Teeny Lieberson (keyboards, guitar, backing vocals) and Jorge Balbi (drums). To date, Van Etten has released seven studio albums: Because I Was in Love (2009), Epic (2010), Tramp (2012), Are We There (2014), Remind Me Tomorrow (2019), We've Been Going About This All Wrong (2022) and Sharon Van Etten & the Attachment Theory (2025). As an actress, Van Etten starred as Rachel in both series of the Netflix mystery drama The OA (2016–2019), and has appeared in the feature films Never Rarely Sometimes Always (2020) and How It Ends (2021).

Quick facts about Sharon Van Etten

  • Full name: Sharon Van Etten
  • Born: 1981-02-26
  • Nationality: United States
  • Known as: Musician
  • Wikidata ID: Q14538

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Who is Sharon Van Etten?

Sharon Katharine Van Etten (born February 26, 1981) is an American singer-songwriter, musician and actress.

What nationality is Sharon Van Etten?

Sharon Van Etten is United States.

When was Sharon Van Etten born?

Sharon Van Etten was born on 1981-02-26.

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