David Diaan
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- April 12, 1959 in Tehran, Iran
- Active Years
- 2000–2023 (24 Years)
- Total Credits
- 31 credits in database
Biography
Subject: David Diaan (Acting).
Source Material: TMDB Bio and TMDB Profile snippet.
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Name: David Diaan.
Also known as: David Fariborz Davoodian, Fariborz, David, Fariborz David Diaan, Fariborz.
Profession: Iranian American Actor, Writer, and Producer.
Known for: Acting.
Known credits: 29.
Gender: Male.
Birthday: April 12, 1959.
Age: 67 years old (based on the provided text).
Place of Birth: Tehran, Iran.
Draft 1: David Diaan is an Iranian American actor, writer, and producer. He was born in Tehran, Iran, on April 12, 1959. He is also known by several names, including David Fariborz Davoodian, Fariborz, David, and Fariborz David Diaan. Diaan is primarily known for his work in acting and has 29 known credits. He is a male professional in the film and television industry. (63 words) - Too short.
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David Diaan is an Iranian American actor, writer, and producer. He was born in Tehran, Iran, on April 12, 1959. According to his profile, he is 67 years old. Diaan is also known by the names David Fariborz Davoodian, Fariborz, David, and Fariborz David Diaan. He is recognized for his work in acting and has a total of 29 known credits. His professional career includes roles as
Career overview
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
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Name: David Diaan.
Also Known As: David Fariborz Davoodian, Fariborz, David, Fariborz David Diaan, Fariborz.
Profession (from Bio): Iranian American Actor, Writer, and Producer.
Known For: Acting.
Known Credits: 29.
Gender: Male.
Birthday: April 12, 1959.
Place of Birth: Tehran, Iran.
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David Diaan is an Iranian American actor, writer, and producer. Born in Tehran, Iran, on April 12, 1959, he is also known by several other names, including David Fariborz Davoodian, Fariborz, David, and Fariborz David Diaan. His professional career includes work as an actor, a role for which he is specifically known.
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According to industry records, Diaan has a total of 29 known credits. His body of work encompasses various media, including movies and television shows. While his career is noted for his contributions to acting, he has also established himself through writing and producing.
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Name/Aliases
Profession (Actor, Writer, Producer)
Known for (Acting)
Credits (29)
Gender (Male)
Birthday (April 12, 1959)
Birthplace (Tehran, Iran)
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1. David Diaan
2. Iranian American Actor, Writer, Producer
3. Known for: Acting
4. 29 credits
5. Male
6. Birthday: April 12, 1959
7. Birthplace: Tehran, Iran
8. Aliases: David Fariborz Davoodian, Fariborz, David, Fariborz David Diaan, Fariborz.
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David Diaan is an Iranian American actor, writer, and producer. He was born in Tehran, Iran,
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
31 titles- Class of '09 (2023) as Hour's Dad
- Cuck (2019) as Abbas
- Forgive Me (2019) as Babak
- Forgive Me (2019) Executive Producer
- FBI (2018) as Imam Mustafa
- Roya (2018) as Farhad
- S.W.A.T. (2017) as Terzian
- DC's Legends of Tomorrow (2016) as Mr. Tarazi
- Baba Joon (2015) as Dariush
- In Her Place (2015) as Ali
- Madam Secretary (2014) as Shakya
- The Interview (2014) as Palestinian President (uncredited)
- The Blacklist (2013) as Bahram Bakhash
- Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. (2013) as Elias
- Revolution (2012) as Ahmad
- Mossadegh (2012) as Mohammad Mossadegh
- Homeland (2011) as Masud Sherazi
- Nose Job (2011) as Roya's Father
- Peep World (2010) as Hari
- NCIS: Los Angeles (2009) as Vakeel Shah
- Parks and Recreation (2009) as Saïd
- The Stoning of Soraya M. (2009) as Ebrahim
- The Unit (2006) as The Vet
- Bones (2005) as Omid Turan
- Weeds (2005) as Daoud Mahmud
- NCIS (2003) as Farid Bawali
- The Dogwalker (2002) as Angry Client
- The Dogwalker (2002) Co-Executive Producer
- America So Beautiful (2001) as Parviz
- Curb Your Enthusiasm (2000) as Consul
- As I Am Executive Producer
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is David Diaan best known for?
David Diaan is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Class of '09 (2023), FBI (2018), S.W.A.T. (2017), The Charge (2003).
When and where was David Diaan born?
David Diaan was born on April 12, 1959 in Tehran, Iran.
How many credits does David Diaan have?
David Diaan has accumulated over 31 film and television credits across a career spanning from 2000 to 2023.
What is David Diaan's background in cinema and television?
Subject: David Diaan (Acting). Source Material: TMDB Bio and TMDB Profile snippet. Constraints: Write ONLY verifiable facts from the provided text. No invented titles, names, dates, awards, etc. Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose. Plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points). Word count...
David Diaan by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Bones (2005) as Omid Turan — aged about 46
- S.W.A.T. (2017) as Terzian — aged about 58
- Parks and Recreation (2009) as Saïd — aged about 50
- Curb Your Enthusiasm (2000) as Consul — aged about 41
- FBI (2018) as Imam Mustafa — aged about 59
- The Blacklist (2013) as Bahram Bakhash — aged about 54
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