Ron Mael
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- August 12, 1945 in Culver City, California, USA
- Active Years
- 1965–2026 (62 Years)
- Total Credits
- 37 credits in database
Biography
Ronald David Mael was born on August 12, 1945, in Culver City, California, United States. He is an American musician, songwriter, composer, record producer, music programmer, and film director. Known for his work in acting, he is the keyboard player, keyboardist, and principal songwriter in the pop and rock duo and band Sparks. He founded the group in 1971 with his younger brother, Russell Mael, who serves as the lead vocalist and occasional songwriter. Ron Mael is credited for his work on projects including the film Annette, released in 2021, as well as The Sparks Brothers in 2021 and Black Rain in 1989. His extensive career encompasses music and film credits.
Career overview
Ronald David Mael was born on August 12, 1945, in Culver City, California. He is an American musician, songwriter, composer, record producer, music programmer, and film director. He serves as the keyboardist, keyboard player, and principal songwriter in the pop and rock duo and band Sparks, which he founded in 1971 with his younger brother, lead vocalist and occasional songwriter Russell Mael.
In addition to his work with the band, Ron Mael has been involved in film and media projects as a composer and writer. His work includes contributions to the film Annette, released in 2021. He is also known for his work on The Sparks Brothers, released in 2021, and Black Rain, released in 1989. Across his career, he has accumulated numerous known credits in the entertainment industry encompassing acting, music composition, and writing.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
37 titles- Taratata - Hommage spécial à Catherine Ringer (2026) as Self : Guest
- An Entirely MAD! Conversation With Rob Brydon & Sparks (2025)
- It's Not Me (2024) Songs
- My Way (2024) as Self
- Sparks au château d'Hérouville (2023) as Self
- Sparks - Primavera Sound 2023 (2023) as Self
- Annette (2021) as Jet Pilot
- Annette (2021) Original Music Composer
- Annette (2021) Original Story
- Annette (2021) Lyricist
- The Sparks Brothers (2021) as Self
- What the Hell Is It This Time? Sparks: Live in London (2021) as Himself
- Who Is Lun*na Menoh? (2021) as Self
- Glam Rock at the BBC (2017) as Self - Sparks (archive footage)
- The Forbidden Room (2015) as Faceless Crooner
- Berlin Live (2011) as Self - Spanks - Performer
- The Magnificent Tati (2009) as Self
- NPR Tiny Desk Concerts (2008) as Self
- Sparks - Dee Vee Dee (2007) as Self
- Sparks - Lil Beethoven Live in Stockholm (2005) as Self
- Sparks: Lil Beethoven Live in Stockholm (2004)
- Jimmy Kimmel Live! (2003) as Self - Musical Guest
- Gilmore Girls (2000) as Bauhaus Troubadour
- Sparks - Live in London (2000) as Self
- Knock Off (1998) Original Music Composer
- Never Mind the Buzzcocks (1996) as Self
- Sacrée soirée (1987) as Self - Sparks
- Le monde est à vous (1987) as Self - Sparks
- Bad Manners (1984) Songs
- Bad Manners (1984) Original Music Composer
- Rollercoaster (1977) as Self - Sparks (uncredited)
- Sparks: Don Kirschner's Rock Concert 1974 (1974) as Self
- Rock Concert (1973) as Self - Sparks
- The Big T.N.T. Show (1965) as Self (uncredited)
- Gorillaz Tottenham Hotspur Stadium documentary as Self
- X-Crucior Music
- The Seduction of Ingmar Bergman Writer
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Ron Mael best known for?
Ron Mael is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Annette (2021), Annette (2021), Annette (2021), Annette (2021).
When and where was Ron Mael born?
Ron Mael was born on August 12, 1945 in Culver City, California, USA.
How many credits does Ron Mael have?
Ron Mael has accumulated over 37 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1965 to 2026.
What is Ron Mael's background in cinema and television?
Ronald David Mael was born on August 12, 1945, in Culver City, California, United States. He is an American musician, songwriter, composer, record producer, music programmer, and film director. Known for his work in acting, he is the keyboard player, keyboardist, and principal songwriter in the pop and rock duo and ban...
Ron Mael by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Rock Concert (1973) as Self - Sparks — aged about 27
- Gilmore Girls (2000) as Bauhaus Troubadour — aged about 54
- NPR Tiny Desk Concerts (2008) as Self — aged about 62
- Never Mind the Buzzcocks (1996) as Self — aged about 50
- Annette (2021) as Jet Pilot — aged about 75
- Sacrée soirée (1987) as Self - Sparks — aged about 41
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