David Garrett German Actor From Aachen
David Garrett · violinist and model · German
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David Garrett on Social Media
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- Followers
- 438K @davidgarrettinsta
- Engagement rate
- 0.56% well below average for accounts this size
- Average likes
- 2,256
- Average comments
- 201 Based on the last 7 posts
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Biography
David Garrett, born 4 September 1980 in Aachen, is a German actor. His best-known title on this site is Deuce Bigalow: European Gigolo (2005).
Early life
He went on to study at Einhard-Gymnasium (Aachen) and Juilliard School.
Career
He appears in Corky Romano (2001), the earliest title among his listed credits. He has 3 films on record from 2001 to 2013. Roles on record include Niccolò Paganini in The Devil's Violinist (2013). The records also name him as writer on Deuce Bigalow: European Gigolo and Corky Romano.
On the music side, 15 albums and one single are listed, such as Alle Tage ist kein Sonntag (2020). His work is filed under classical music. David Garrett plays violin. Record labels on file include Decca.
Recognition
His awards include the Order of Merit of North Rhine-Westphalia (2011). His other honours include the Echo Klassik – Classical Music without Borders (2008) and the Golden Feather (2009). In total, he has received 8 awards.
Filmography
3 credits| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | The Devil's Violinist | Niccolò Paganini | Film |
| 2005 | Deuce Bigalow: European Gigolo | Writer | Film |
| 2001 | Corky Romano | Writer | Film |
Awards and nominations
8 won, 0 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | European Cultural Award | Won | |
| 2020 | Berliner Bär | Won | |
| 2017 | Frankfurter Musikpreis | Won | |
| 2013 | Echo Pop Award for the Best National Rock/Pop Male Artist | Won | |
| 2011 | Echo Pop Award for the Best National Rock/Pop Male Artist | Won | |
| 2011 | Order of Merit of North Rhine-Westphalia | Won | |
| 2009 | Golden Feather | Won | |
| 2008 | Echo Klassik – Classical Music without Borders | Won |
Discography
16 releases| Year | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Alle Tage ist kein Sonntag | Single |
| 2013 | 14 | Album |
| 2013 | Garrett vs. Paganini | Album |
| 2012 | Music | Album |
| 2011 | Legacy | Album |
| 2010 | Rock Symphonies | Album |
| 2009 | Classic Romance | Album |
| 2009 | David Garrett | Album |
| 2008 | Encore | Album |
| 2007 | Virtuoso | Album |
| 2006 | Free | Album |
| 2002 | Pure Classics | Album |
| 2001 | Tchaikovsky, Conus: Violin Concertos | Album |
| 1997 | Paganini Caprices | Album |
| 1995 | Mozart: Violinkonzerte | Album |
Show all 16 releases
| Year | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Violin Sonata | Album |
Personal life
He studied at Einhard-Gymnasium (Aachen) and Juilliard School.
Frequently asked questions
How old is David Garrett?
David Garrett is 46 years old, born on 4 September 1980 in Aachen.
What is David Garrett known for?
David Garrett is known for Deuce Bigalow: European Gigolo (2005).
What is David Garrett’s nationality?
David Garrett is German, born in Aachen.
Has David Garrett won any awards?
Yes. 8 awards are on record, including European Cultural Award (2021).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q160430), accessed October 2026
- Follower counts: dated individually above
- YouTube: video titles and publish dates
- Photo: Original: Sven Mandel / Derivative work: Danyele · CC BY-SA 4.0
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