Ben Shepherd
Acting
Born: 1968-09-20 · Okinawa, Japan
Biography
Born in Okinawa, Shepherd grew up in Washington and developed an interest in music after watching Johnny Cash on TV. He played in various punk-rock bands and eventually joined Soundgarden as a bassist in 1990. Shepherd contributed to the band's musical evolution and played a significant role in songwriting. In 1993, he formed a side project, Hater, with Matt Cameron and John McBain. Soundgarden broke up in 1997, leading Shepherd to struggle with addiction and personal issues. He played in variou
🎬 Movies (14)
2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
2025
Self
MoPOP Founders Award 2020 Honoring Alice in Chains
2020
Self
Soundgarden - Live From The Artists Den
2019
Unfinished Plan: The Path of Alain Johannes
2017
Self
Soundgarden - Live at The Paramount Theatre 1991
2016
The Colossus of Destiny: A Melvins Tale
2016
Self
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Soundgarden: [2014] Lollapalooza Brazil
2014
Bass
Soundgarden - Live At Lollapalooza
2010
VH1 News Special: Grunge
2001
Self
Cold Hearts
1999
Original Music Composer
Hype!
1996
Soundgarden: Motorvision
1992
Soundgarden: [1992] Pinkpop Festival
1992
Bass
Singles
1992
Himself - Soundgarden (uncredited)
