Ben Shepherd

Born in Okinawa, Shepherd grew up in Washington and developed an interest in music after watching Johnny Cash on TV. He played in various punk-rock bands and eventually joined Soundgarden as a bassist in 1990. Shepherd contributed to the band's musical evolution and played a significant role in songwriting. In 1993, he formed a side project, Hater, with Matt Cameron and John McBain. Soundgarden broke up in 1997, leading Shepherd to struggle with addiction and personal issues. He played in various bands before Soundgarden reunited in 2010, continuing until Chris Cornell's death in 2017.

Ben Shepherd is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 15 verified screen credits connected to this profile. Selected work includes 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony (2025), Live from the Artists Den (2009), Singles (1992), VH1 News Special: Grunge (2001), MoPOP Founders Award 2020 Honoring Alice in Chains (2020), Hype! (1996), Soundgarden: Motorvision (1992), Soundgarden - Live From The Artists Den (2019). The recorded credits span 1992 to 2025, including 14 movies and 1 TV show. The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.