Thongchai McIntyre
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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, Phi Bird ("Older brother Bird") or simply Bird (Thai pronunciation: [bɤ́ːt]). He finished high diploma management major from Thonburi Commercial College.
Thongchai McIntyre | |
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ธงไชย แมคอินไตย์ | |
Born | Albert Thongchai McIntyre (1958-12-08) 8 December 1958 (age 65) |
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 |
Considered to be Thailand's No.1 superstar,[1] he is one of the most successful singers in Thailand's history, having sold more than 25 million albums.[2] He is best known for his string (Thai pop) and luk thung music. He has also acted in numerous films, on television, musicals, and in commercials. He is of Mon, Scottish and Thai descent.