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Chester Bennington

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Singer · Musician

Chester Bennington

American singer, songwriter and musician (1976 to 2017)

Chester Bennington was born on March 20, 1976 and died on July 20, 2017, aged 41.

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Born
March 20, 1976, Phoenix
Died
July 20, 2017
Zodiac sign
Pisces
Country
United States
Known as
Singer, Musician

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  • Chester Bennington was born on a Saturday.
  • Chester Bennington would have turned 50 in 2026.
  • Half birthday: September 20. Birthstone: Aquamarine and bloodstone.
  • Chester Bennington belongs to Gen X.

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When was Chester Bennington born?

Chester Bennington was born on March 20, 1976 and died on July 20, 2017, aged 41.

What is Chester Bennington’s zodiac sign?

Pisces, born March 20.