Don Felder
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- September 21, 1947 in Gainesville, Florida, USA
- Active Years
- 1973–2024 (52 Years)
- Total Credits
- 18 credits in database
Biography
Donald William Felder was born on September 21, 1947, in Gainesville, Florida, USA. He is an American rock musician, singer, songwriter, and composer. Felder is best known for his work as the lead guitarist of the rock band Eagles from 1974 until 2001, and he is known for co-writing several of the band's songs, most notably Hotel California. As a composer and actor, he is known for the films Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, Fast Times at Ridgemont High, and Heavy Metal. Felder was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of the Eagles in 1998, and he was inducted into the Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum in 2016. He was previously married to Susan Harris Pickersgill.
Career overview
Donald William Felder is an American rock musician, singer, and songwriter born on September 21, 1947, in Gainesville, Florida, USA. He is best known for his work as a lead guitarist of the rock band Eagles, joining the group in 1974 and remaining a member until 2001. During his career with the band, he co-wrote several songs, most notably Hotel California. As a member of the Eagles, Felder was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1998. He was later inducted into the Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum in 2016.
In addition to his work with the Eagles, Felder has engaged in solo efforts, with his backing cast featuring longtime collaborators such as David Paich, Steve Lukather, Joe Williams, Greg Phillinganes, Greg Bissonette, Brian Tichy, Jim Keltner, Todd Sucherman, Chad Cromwell, Nathan East, and Lenny Castro. Before joining the Eagles as a full member, Felder moved to California in 1972 following advice from Leadon, where he did studio work and toured as part of the backing band for David Blue and functioned as a studio musician for the Eagles.
As a composer and actor, Felder is known for his work on several films, including Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings released in 2021, Fast Times at Ridgemont High released in 1982, and Heavy Metal released in 1981.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
18 titles- The Bridge (2024) as Self
- A Year in Music (2019) as Self - Host
- Don Felder: Hotel California Lesson (2015) as Himself
- Styx - Live at the Orleans Arena Las Vegas (2014)
- History of the Eagles (2013) as Self
- Eagles: Live At The Capital Centre March 1977 (2013) as Himself
- The Eagles - Earlybird Live Usa 1974 & Europe 1973 (2011) as Self
- Rachael Ray (2006)
- Hell's Kitchen (2005) as Self - Restaurant Patron
- Wired for Sound: A Guitar Odyssey (1997) as Self
- The Eagles: New Zealand Concert (1995) as himself
- Eagles: Hell Freezes Over (1994) as Electric & Acoustic Guitar, Pedal-Steel Guitar, Mandolin, Vocals
- The Eagles Unplugged 1994 (The Second Night) (1994)
- Heavy Metal (1981) Theme Song Performance
- Eagles Live at the Capital Centre (1977)
- Eagles: Live at The Summit, Houston 1976 (1976)
- Rock Concert (1973) as Self
- Eagles | Don Kirshner's Rock Concert (1973) as Self
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Don Felder best known for?
Don Felder is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Death Proof (2007), Topaz (1969), Heavy Metal (1981), Rock Concert (1973).
When and where was Don Felder born?
Don Felder was born on September 21, 1947 in Gainesville, Florida, USA.
How many credits does Don Felder have?
Don Felder has accumulated over 18 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1973 to 2024.
What is Don Felder's background in cinema and television?
Donald William Felder was born on September 21, 1947, in Gainesville, Florida, USA. He is an American rock musician, singer, songwriter, and composer. Felder is best known for his work as the lead guitarist of the rock band Eagles from 1974 until 2001, and he is known for co-writing several of the band's songs, most no...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Rock Concert (1973) as Self — aged about 25
- Hell's Kitchen (2005) as Self - Restaurant Patron — aged about 57
- Rachael Ray (2006) — aged about 58
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