Dave Farrell
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- February 8, 1977 in Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA
- Active Years
- 1974–2026 (53 Years)
- Total Credits
- 59 credits in database
Biography
Subject: Dave Farrell (Acting).
Task: Write a 90-130 word factual identity profile.
Constraints: Use ONLY provided facts. No invented details. No markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points. Plain text only. Neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Source Material:
TMDB Bio: American musician, bassist of Linkin Park, member of 'Tasty Snax' (Christian rock and ska band).
TMDB Info: Known for acting, 59 known credits, gender male, birthday February 8, 1977 (49 years old), place of birth Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA, also known as Phoenix Farrell or David Michael Farrel.
Name: Dave Farrell.
Aliases: Phoenix Farrell, David Michael Farrel.
Gender: Male.
Birth Date: February 8, 1977.
Birth Place: Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA.
Profession: American musician and actor.
Musical roles: Bassist for Linkin Park; member of the Christian rock and ska band Tasty Snax.
Acting credits: 59 known credits.
Dave Farrell is an American musician and actor. He was born on February 8, 1977, in Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA. He is also known by the names Phoenix Farrell and David Michael Farrel. As a musician, he is best known as the bassist for the rock band Linkin Park and was a member of the Christian rock and ska band Tasty Snax. In the field of acting, he has 59 known credits.
Word count check:
"Dave Farrell is an American musician and actor. He was born on February 8, 1977, in Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA. He is also known by the names Phoenix Farrell and David Michael Farrel. As a musician, he is best known as the bassist for the rock band Linkin Park and was a member of the Christian rock and ska band Tasty Snax. In the field of acting, he has 59 known credits."
Word count: 68 words.
Target: 90-130 words.
Career overview
Subject: Dave Farrell (Acting).
Source Material: TMDB Bio and TMDB Profile snippet.
Constraints:
Only verifiable facts from provided text.
No invented titles, names, dates, awards, etc.
Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullets).
Word count: 180-260 words.
Structure: 2-3 short paragraphs.
No preamble or JSON.
Name: Dave Farrell.
Also Known As: Phoenix Farrell, David Michael Farrel.
Gender: Male.
Birthday: February 8, 1977.
Place of Birth: Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA.
Profession (per Bio): American musician, bassist of Linkin Park, member of Tasty Snax (Christian rock and ska band).
Profession (per TMDB Profile): Known for Acting.
Known Credits: 59.
Paragraph 1: Identity and Background.
Dave Farrell is an American musician and actor. He was born on February 8, 1977, in Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA. He is also known by the names Phoenix Farrell and David Michael Farrel.
Paragraph 2: Musical Career.
In his musical career, Farrell is best known as the bassist for the rock band Linkin Park. Additionally, he was a member of the Christian rock and ska band Tasty Snax.
Paragraph 3: Acting Career.
Regarding his work in acting, Farrell has 59 known credits.
Current Draft:
Dave Farrell is an American musician and actor. He was born on February 8, 1977, in Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA. He is also known by the names Phoenix Farrell and David Michael Farrel.
In his musical career, Farrell is best known as the bassist for the rock band Linkin Park. Additionally, he was a member of the Christian rock and ska band Tasty Snax.
In the field of acting, Farrell has 59 known credits.
Word Count Check:
The draft is very short (~85 words). I need to expand it to reach the 180-260 range using only the provided facts.
Wait, the prompt asks for a career overview of Dave Farrell (Acting).
Problem: The source material provides almost zero information about his acting career other than "Known For: Acting" and "Known Credits: 59". It provides details about his music career.
Constraint Check: "Write a 180-260 word career overview of Dave Farrell (Acting)... Use ONLY facts present above."
Analysis of the Conflict: If I only use the provided facts, I cannot reach 180 words because the source material is extremely sparse regarding his acting. If I invent details to reach the word count, I violate the "never invent" rule. If I stick to the facts, I fail the word count requirement.
Strategy: I must expand the existing facts through descriptive, neutral, encyclopedic phrasing without adding new information. I will describe his background, his musical identity, and his acting credits as provided.
Drafting Attempt 2 (Expanding phrasing):
Dave Farrell is an American musician and actor who was born on February 8, 1977, in Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA. Throughout his professional life, he has been recognized by several names, including Phoenix Farrell and David Michael Farrel.
Farrell is widely recognized for his work as a musician. He is best known for his role as the bassist of the rock band Linkin Park. His musical history also includes his time as a member of the band Tasty Snax, which is categorized as a Christian rock and ska band.
In addition to his musical contributions, Farrell is
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
59 titles- LINKIN PARK: UNSHATTER (2026) as Self
- Bring Me the Horizon: L.I.V.E. in São Paulo (2026) as Self (archive footage)
- LINKIN PARK: ROCK AM RING 2026 (2026) as Self - Bass
- Linkin Park: Parque de la Ciudad 2025 (2025) as Self
- LINKIN PARK, LA PUISSANCE HYBRIDE (2025) as Self
- Linkin Park: From Zero World Tour (Live in São Paulo) (2024) as Self
- Linkin Park: FROM ZERO (2024) as Self
- Linkin Park: Work in Progress (2023) as Self (archive footage)
- Linkin Park: Live in Denver – Projekt Revolution 2004 (2023) as Self - Bass
- Linkin Park: Live in Manila 2004 (2023) as Self - Bass
- Linkin Park: Veterans Stadium 2003 (2023) as Self - Bass (archive footage)
- Linkin Park: Live In Seoul 2003 (2023) as Self - Bass
- Arcane (2021) Songs
- Linkin Park: Live at Rock am Ring 2001 (2020) as Self - Bass
- Linkin Park - The Fillmore 2001 (2020) as Self - Bass
- Linkin Park and Friends Celebrate Life in Honor of Chester Bennington (2017) as Self
- Linkin Park - Live at Southside Festival 2017 (2017) as Self - Bass
- Linkin Park: One More Light World Tour - Birmingham (2017) as Self
- Linkin Park: Rock Werchter 2017 (2017) as Self
- Linkin Park - Live at Rock in Rio USA, Las Vegas (2015) as Self
- The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (2014) as Self - Musical Guest
- Mall (2014) Songs
- Linkin Park: Live at Rock am Ring (2014) as Self
- Linkin Park: The Hunting Party - Live from Mexico (2014) as Self
- Linkin Park - Berlin, Germany, O2 World Arena (2014) as Self
- Linkin Park: Shadow of the Day (2012) as Self
- Inside Living Things (2012) as Self
- Linkin Park Live in iHeartRadio Music Festival (2012) as Self
- Linkin Park - Live at Telekom Street Gigs (2012) as Self
- Linkin Park One Night Concert Event: Recorded Live in Berlin (2012) as Self
- Linkin Park - Live in São Paulo 2012 (2012) as Self
- Linkin Park - iTunes Festival London (2011) as Self - Bass
- Linkin Park: Meeting of A Thousand Suns (2010) as Self
- Linkin Park: Live in Madrid (2010) as Self
- Linkin Park: Road to Revolution - Live at Milton Keynes (2008) as Self - Bass
- Linkin Park: Road to Revolution - Live at Milton Keynes - Papercut (2008) as Self - Bass
- Linkin Park: Road to Revolution - Live at Milton Keynes - Somewhere I Belong (2008) as Self - Bass
- Linkin Park: Road to Revolution - Live at Milton Keynes - Points of Authority (2008) as Self - Bass
- Linkin Park Live Earth Japan 2007 (2007) as Self - Bass
- The Making of Minutes to Midnight (2007) as Self
- Linkin Park: Live in Tokyo (2007) as Self
- Linkin Park: Live at Optimus Alive!07 (2007) as Self - Bass Guitar
- Linkin Park - Live in New York (2007) as Self
- Linkin Park: Bleed It Out Live (2007) as Self
- Linkin Park: Live at Rock am Ring 2007 (2007) as Self
- America's Got Talent (2006) as Self - Guest Performer
- Collision Course (2004) as Self
- Linkin Park - Live at Rock am Ring (2004) as Self
- The Matrix Reloaded (2003) Songs
- Linkin Park: Live in Texas (2003) as Self - Bass
- The Making of Meteora (2003) as Self
- Linkin Park - Live Detroit, Michigan (2003) as Self
- Linkin Park: Live in San Diego, CA/Las Vegas, NV - Live In Projekt Revolution 2002 (2002) as Self - Bass
- Linkin Park: Frat Party at the Pankake Festival (2001) as Self - Bass
- Late Night with Conan O'Brien (1993) as Self - Musical Guest
- MTV Video Music Awards (1984) as Self
- Saturday Night Live (1975) as Self - Musical Guest
- American Music Awards (1974) as Self - Musical Guest as Linkin Park
- LINKIN PARK: One More Light Tour (Live From Barclaycard Arena) - 7/6/2017 as Self - Bass
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Dave Farrell best known for?
Dave Farrell is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including LINKIN PARK: UNSHATTER (2026), Bring Me the Horizon: L.I.V.E. in São Paulo (2026), Arcane (2021), The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (2014).
When and where was Dave Farrell born?
Dave Farrell was born on February 8, 1977 in Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA.
How many credits does Dave Farrell have?
Dave Farrell has accumulated over 59 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1974 to 2026.
What is Dave Farrell's background in cinema and television?
Subject: Dave Farrell (Acting). Task: Write a 90-130 word factual identity profile. Constraints: Use ONLY provided facts. No invented details. No markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points. Plain text only. Neutral, encyclopedic prose. Source Material: TMDB Bio: American musician, bassist of Linkin Park, mem...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Bring Me the Horizon: L.I.V.E. in São Paulo (2026) as Self (archive footage) — aged about 49
- American Music Awards (1974) as Self - Musical Guest as Linkin Park — aged about 2
- MTV Video Music Awards (1984) as Self — aged about 7
- Late Night with Conan O'Brien (1993) as Self - Musical Guest — aged about 16
- Saturday Night Live (1975) as Self - Musical Guest — aged about 1
- The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (2014) as Self - Musical Guest — aged about 37
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