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Public records list Faran Tahir as a television actor and film actor. Born on February 16, 1964, Faran Tahir is from Los Angeles, California, United States. The age as of 2026 is 62. Schooling on record includes Harvard University.
My Take
Faran Tahir is one of those actors whose presence outweighs his screen time, and I admire that economy. His Raza in Iron Man frames the entire origin story, and his Captain Robau opens Star Trek with gravity that lingers despite a brief appearance. A Harvard education informs the intelligence he brings to every part. What impresses me most is the range, from blockbuster antagonists to the title role in Othello on a Washington stage. He refuses to be typecast, and he carries leading-man weight even in supporting roles. That kind of disciplined gravitas is increasingly rare, and I value it greatly.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Faran Tahir
- Name (Japanese)
- ファラン・タヒール
- Reading
- ふぁらん・たひーる
- Born
- February 16, 1964 (age 62)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Aquarius / Dragon
- Origin
- Los Angeles, California, United States
- Occupation
- actor / television actor / film actor
2. Background
- University
- Harvard University
3. Links
4. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-20
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was Faran Tahir born?
Born February 16, 1964 (age 62).
Where is Faran Tahir from?
Faran Tahir is from Los Angeles, California, United States.
What does Faran Tahir do?
Faran Tahir works as actor, television actor, film actor.
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