Quick Facts
Born:
1948-12-22
Birthplace:
Rockford, Illinois, USA
Credits:
42 Total Roles
Rick Nielsen
Acting
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Biography
Richard Alan Nielsen is an American musician best known as the lead guitarist, primary songwriter, and leader of the rock band Cheap Trick. He is well-known for his numerous custom-made guitars from Hamer Guitars, including his famous five-neck guitar.
Known For
Daddy Day Care
Himself (Cheap Trick)
Boy Meets World
Gordy
The Colbert Report
Self
Sound City
Self
The Drew Carey Show
Self
The Big One
Himself - Entertainer
Disorderlies
Car Jacked Guy
Disorderlies
Hijacked Car Driver
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Standing on the Shoulders of Kitties MOVIE | Self |
| 2023 | Taking the City By Storm: The Birth of Milwaukee's Punk Scene MOVIE | himself |
| 2020 | Gibson TV: The Conversation TV | Self |
| 2018 | Cheap Trick - Greatest Hits: Japanese Single Collection MOVIE | Self |
| 2016 | The Goddamn Comedy Jam MOVIE | Self |
| 2016 | Todd Who? MOVIE | Himself |
| 2016 | Cheap Trick Live at Red Rocks MOVIE | Self |
| 2014 | Cheap Trick: Guitar Center Sessions MOVIE | Guitar, Vocals |
| 2013 | Sound City MOVIE | Self |
| 2012 | Cheap Trick: Front Row Center MOVIE | Performer |