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Alex Lifeson
Actor, Composer, Additional CreditsBorn August 27, 1953 (72 years)
Best known as the broadly-skilled guitarist for the rock group Rush, which also features drummer Neil Peart and bassist Geddy Lee. Rush is the most successful Canadian music group in history, and is the third most prolific seller of consecutive (American) Gold and Platinum Records and videos, behind only the Beatles and the Rolling Stones. Lifeson's ability to pull double-duty as both a melodic rhythm-guitar player and a searing soloist has earned him a reputation similar to that of his bandmates. All three share the distinction of being among the most highly influential virtuosos in their crafts. Alex has a passion for studio production, and is the only member of Rush to compose and produce a television theme (Andromeda (2000)). But his live performances are where his spontaneous side really shows. During live performances, Alex deftly switches from rhythm guitar to soloing, while simultaneously triggering his own pre-recorded accompaniments. Being the soul of spontaneity in the band, Alex is the member of Rush who most frequently contributes comedy to the show. This side of Alex can be seen during the performances of "La Villa Strangiato" on two of Rush's concert videos, Rush in Rio (2003) and Rush: A Show of Hands (1989), and to an even greater degree on the documentary "The Boys In Brazil" (2003), part of the bonus material included with Rush in Rio (2003). Alex's prowess can be heard on a few non-Rush recordings, primarily his solo album, entitled simply "Victor" (1996), and the soundtrack album for South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut (1999). After their longest break from recording and touring, a highly successful 2002 tour brought Rush back to the United States, Canada, and Mexico, to the great anticipation of fans. Rush ended their 2002 tour with their first-ever shows in Brazil, where they played to 125,000 fans in three nights. The final performance of the 2002 tour was captured on DVD as Rush in Rio (2003), which was certified double-platinum within weeks of its release. Alex has fostered several younger groups, such as The Dexters, who he often guests with during their live performances at The Orbit Room, a Toronto club that Alex owns in part.
Alex Lifeson Filmography
| 2022 | The Breach · as Alex |
| 2021 | Trailer Park Boys: JAIL (TV Series) · as Big Chunk |
| 2020 | Trailer Park Boys: Jail Shorts (TV Series) · as Big Chunk |
| 2019 | Trailer Park Boys: The Animated Series (TV Series) · as Big Chunk |
| 2018 | |
| 2018 | Crawford (TV Series) · as Taylor |
| 2011 | Ecstasy · as Dr. Figg |
| 2009 | Trailer Park Boys: Countdown to Liquor Day · as Undercover Prostitute #1 |
| 2009 | Suck · as Border Guard |
| 2009 | I Love You, Man · as Alex Lifeson - Rush |
| 2008 | That Metal Show (TV Series) |
| 2006 | Trailer Park Boys: The Movie · as Cop 2 |
| 2005 | Rush: In Performance · as Cast |
| 2003 | |
| 1985 |
| 2025 | Canada's Walk of Fame 2025 · as Self - Pre-Taped Congratulations |
| 2022 | Behind the Stage Door · as Alex Lifeson |
| 2022 | Taylor Hawkins: Tribute Concert · as Self |
| 2022 | South Park: The 25th Anniversary Concert · as Self (rush) |
| 2019 | Rush: Cinema Strangiato 2019 · as Himself |
| 2019 | |
| 2018 | Ampire: The Sound Of Music · as Self |
| 2017 | The 2017 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony · as Self - Presenter |
| 2016 | Rush: Time Stand Still · as Himself |
| 2016 | Trailer Park Boys: Out of the Park (TV Series) · as Alex Lifeson |
| 2015 | Rush: R40 Live · as Himself On Guitars |
| 2015 | Being Canadian · as Self |
| 2014 | Rush: R40 · as Himself |
| 2014 | Swearnet Live · as Self |
| 2014 | Rush: The Rise of Kings 1968-1981 · as Himself / Musician |
| 2013 | Rush: Clockwork Angels Tour · as Himself |
| 2013 | The 2013 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony · as Self - Honoree |
| 2012 | Rush: 2112 · as Himself |
| 2012 | Chicago Fire (TV Series) · as Alex Lifeson |
| 2012 | Inner Rush · as Self |
| 2011 | Metal Evolution (TV Series) · as Self |
| 2011 | |
| 2011 | Big Morning Buzz Live (TV Series) · as Self |
| 2010 | Classic Albums: Rush - 2112 & Moving Pictures · as Himself |
| 2010 | Rush: Beyond the Lighted Stage · as Self |
| 2008 | Rush: Snakes & Arrows - Live in Holland · as Himself - Guitars |
| 2005 | Rush: R30 · as Himself - Guitars |
| 2005 | The Colbert Report (TV Series) · as Self |
| 2003 | Rush in Rio · as Self - Electric And Acoustic Guitars, Backing Vocals |
| 2003 | Toronto Rocks · as Self |
| 2001 | Trailer Park Boys (TV Series) · as Alex Lifeson |
| 1997 | Classic Albums (TV Series) · as Self |
| 1990 | Rush: Chronicles · as Himself - Guitars |
| 1989 | Rush: A Show of Hands · as Himself - Guitars |
| 1985 | Rush: Grace Under Pressure Tour 1984 · as Himself - Guitars |
| 1981 | Rush: Exit... Stage Left · as Himself - Guitars |
| 1973 | Come on Children · as Himself |
| 2010 | Darkstar: The Interactive Movie · as Composer |
| 2003 | Rush in Rio · as Composer |
| 1985 | The Body Electric · as Music Score Producer |
| 1999 | South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut · as Musician |