Thongchai McIntyre | |
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ธงไชย แมคอินไตย์ | |
Born | Albert Thongchai McIntyre 8 December 1958 Phasi Charoen, Bangkok, Thailand |
Other names | Bird |
Education | High Vocational Certificate |
Alma mater | Thonburi Commercial College |
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Years active | 1983–present |
Height | 1.78 m (5 ft 10 in) |
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Also known as | Bird Thongchai |
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Labels | GMM Grammy |
Thongchai McIntyre (Thai: ธงไชย แมคอินไตย์, pronounced [tʰōŋ.tɕʰāj mɛ́k.ʔīn.tāj]; born Albert Thongchai McIntyre; 8 December 1958) is a Thai singer, actor and 2023 National Artist Performing Arts. He is also sometimes known as Bird Thongchai,[1] Phi Bird ("Older brother Bird") or simply Bird (Thai pronunciation: [bɤ́ːt]). He finished high diploma management major from Thonburi Commercial College.
Considered to be Thailand's most famous superstar,[2][1] he is one of the most successful singers in Thailand's history, having sold more than 25 million albums.[3] He is best known for his string (Thai pop) and luk thung music, having debuted in 1986 and quickly became famous with his singing style and stage persona.[1] He has also acted in numerous films, on television, musicals, and in commercials. He is of Mon, Scottish and Thai descent.