Chrissie Hynde
Biography
Christine Ellen Hynde, also known as Chrissie Hynde, is an American rock musician, singer, songwriter, and guitarist. Born on September 7, 1951, in Akron, Ohio, she is best known as the leader of the band The Pretenders. She is the only original and continuous member of the band, having appeared on every studio album released by the Pretenders. Her known acting credits include sixty-two entries according to film database records.
Career overview
Christine Ellen Hynde, also known as Chrissie Hynde, is an American rock musician, singer, songwriter, and guitarist. Born on September 7, 1951, in Akron, Ohio, she is best known as the leader of the band The Pretenders.
Within the band, Hynde is the only original and continuous member, having appeared on every studio album released by the Pretenders. Her career credits span film and television, with a total of sixty-two known acting credits recorded in database archives.
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Full Filmography
63 titles- Man on the Run (2026) as Self
- Lilith Fair: Building a Mystery (2025) as Self
- The Pretenders: Chrissie Hynde or Rock Life (2023) as Herself
- The Pretenders: Radio 2 in the Park (2023)
- Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concert (2022) as Self
- McEnroe (2022) as Self
- Tomorrow Is a Long Time: Chrissie Hynde Sings Bob Dylan (2021) as Self
- Here to be Heard: The Story of The Slits (2018) as Self (archive footage)
- Alone With Chrissie Hynde (2017) as Herself
- The Pretenders at Austin City Limits (2017) as Self
- Two Sevens Clash: Dread Meets Punk Rockers (2017) as Self
- Promises and Lies: The Story of UB40 (2016)
- The Damned: Don't You Wish That We Were Dead (2015) as Self
- Girls in Bands at the BBC (2015) as Self (archive footage)
- Kylie Minogue: A Kylie Christmas Live at the Royal Albert Hall (2015) as Self
- The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (2014) as Self
- Basically, Johnny Moped (2013) as Self
- Best Of Night Of The Proms vol. 6 (2013)
- The Pretenders - Live in London (2010) as Herself - vocals, guitar
- Best of Night of the Proms Vol. 4 (2010) as self
- Search and Destroy: Iggy & The Stooges' Raw Power (2010) as Self
- Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen (2009) as Self - Guest
- Happy Feet (2006) as Michelle (voice)
- The Pretenders - With Friends (2006) as Self
- The Pretenders: Pirate Radio (1979-2005) (2006)
- Live Aid: 20 Years Ago Today (2005) as Self
- Best of Night of the Proms Vol. 1 (2005) as Self
- The Pretenders: No Turn Left Unstoned (2005) as Self
- New York Doll (2005) as Self
- Punk: Attitude (2005) as Self
- Rod Stewart: One Night Only! (Live at the Royal Albert Hall) (2004) as Self - Guest Star
- Rugrats Go Wild (2003) as Siri (voice)
- Pretenders - Loose in L.A. (2003) as Herself - Vocals & Guitar
- CMT Crossroads (2002) as Self
- Jeff Buckley: Everybody Here Wants You (2002) as Self
- Da Ali G Show (2000)
- The Pretenders - Greatest Hits (2000)
- One Love: The Bob Marley All-Star Tribute (1999) as Self - Perfomer
- Lilith on Top (1999)
- V.I.P. (1998) as Self
- V.I.P. (1998) Thanks
- The Young Person's Guide to Becoming a Rock Star (1998) as Self
- Burt Bacharach: One Amazing Night (1998) as Self
- The Righteous Babes (1998) as Self
- Never Mind the Buzzcocks (1996) as Self
- Friends (1994) as Stephanie Schiffer
- Bob Dylan: The 30th Anniversary Concert Celebration (1993) as Self
- One World, One Voice (1990) as Self
- The Long Way Home (1989)
- Nelson Mandela 70th Birthday Tribute (1988) as Self
- The Nelson Mandela 70th Birthday Concert (1988) as Self
- A Reggae Session (1988) as Self
- Women in Rock (1986) as Self
- Live Aid (1985) as Self
- Pretenders Live in Dortmund (1984)
- The Pretenders: Live at Köln (1981)
- Concerts for the People of Kampuchea (1981) as Self
- Fridays (1980) as Self - Musical Guest
- Punk and Its Aftershocks (1980) as Self
- Fatal Fix (1980) Music
- The Kenny Everett Video Show (1978)
- Saturday Night Live (1975) as Self (uncredited)
- Are We Not Men? as Self
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Chrissie Hynde best known for?
Chrissie Hynde is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (2014), Basically, Johnny Moped (2013), Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen (2009), Happy Feet (2006).
When and where was Chrissie Hynde born?
Chrissie Hynde was born on September 7, 1951 in Akron, Ohio, USA.
How many credits does Chrissie Hynde have?
Chrissie Hynde has accumulated over 63 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1975 to 2026.
What is Chrissie Hynde's background in cinema and television?
Christine Ellen Hynde, also known as Chrissie Hynde, is an American rock musician, singer, songwriter, and guitarist. Born on September 7, 1951, in Akron, Ohio, she is best known as the leader of the band The Pretenders. She is the only original and continuous member of the band, having appeared on every studio album r...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Friends (1994) as Stephanie Schiffer — aged about 42
- CMT Crossroads (2002) as Self — aged about 50
- Live Aid (1985) as Self — aged about 33
- The Kenny Everett Video Show (1978) — aged about 26
- Basically, Johnny Moped (2013) as Self — aged about 61
- Da Ali G Show (2000) — aged about 48
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