Ben Gibbard: Family, Spouse, Children, Dating, Net Worth, Nationality and More
Biography - A Short Wiki
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Benjamin Gibbard is a famous US songwriter, guitarist, and singer. He is known for his association with indie rock band Death Cab for Cutie as a lead guitarist and vocalist. To date, he has recorded nine music studio albums. In 2012, Gibbard launched his debut solo album, Former Lives, and a collaborative studio album, named “One Fast Move” or “I’m Gone” in 2009.
Career Highlights
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Gibbard started with a small role in the movie “Brief Interviews with Hideous Men.” Gibbard has founded Death Cab for Cutie band. In November 2014, Gibbard was seen in a guest role on the eighth studio album of Foo Fighters titled Sonic Highways.
Family and Personal Life
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Gibbard was in a relationship with musician and actress Zooey Deschanel, who he got engaged to in the year. After a year, in 2009, they got married in Seattle, Washington. However, due to some reasons, the couple announced their separation on November 1, 2011.
| Wife's/Spouse's Name | Rachel Demy (m. 2016), Zooey Deschanel (m. 2009–2012) |
|---|---|
| Children/Kids | No/Yes (name) |
| Boyfriend/Girlfriend (Dating) | N/A |
| Civil Status | Divorced |
Net Worth, Nationality and Other Facts
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| Full/Real Name | Benjamin Gibbard |
|---|---|
| Gender (Biological) | Male |
| Age (as of today) | 47 years |
| Date of Birth | August 11, 1976 |
| Place of Birth | Bremerton, Washington, United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Height | 1.75 m, 5 feet 9 inches |
| Weight | 80 kg, 176.5 lbs |
| Net Worth / Wealth | $8 Million |
| Occupation | Guitarist, Singer, Songwriter |
Height, Weight, and Age
Ben Gibbard's height is pretty average measuring 1.75 m. Boasting a weight of 80 kg. Being born on August 11, 1976, translates to an age of 47 years as of todays date (February 28, 2024).
Quotes
I like writing on piano and a computer, and a lot of ‘Plans’ came out of samples and vocal lines.
Ben Gibbard
To set the record straight for the God knows millionth time, we certainly didn’t sign to Atlantic just for the money.
Ben Gibbard
People always talk about how time flies; it’s become sort of a colloquialism now. You don’t really understand it until you reach your late 30s and early 40s – and I’m sure time will move even faster as I get older.
Ben Gibbard
What we aspired to in 1998, we have wildly surpassed. And I know we all feel incredibly grateful and lucky this band has been able to have the life that it’s had.
Ben Gibbard
I always try to write the best song I can in the moment, and those songs are often going to end up on Death Cab for Cutie records. I don’t set out to write a solo song or write a band song. I just write, and where that songs ends up is kind of TBD.
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