Robert Hunter is an American musician best known for playing Lyricist for the song Dark Star.
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Best Known For:The song Dark Star
Breakthrough:Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with the Grateful Dead in 1994
10 Quick Facts About Robert Hunter
- Full Name: Robert Hunter
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Entertainer
- Known For: The song Dark Star
- Date of Birth: June 23, 1941
- Age: 84 years old
- Place of Birth: Arroyo Grande, California
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Maureen Hunter
- Popular As: Robert Burns
Robert Hunter Age
Robert Hunter is about 85 years old as of 2026. Robert Hunter was born in 1941.
Career & Work
Robert Hunter's career includes acting and entertainment roles with Grateful Dead.
Organization: Grateful Dead
Role: Lyricist
Period: 1967–1995
Rise to Fame
Robert Hunter rose to prominence for his role for the song Dark Star.
Notable Works
Notable screen roles include Dark Star and Uncle John's Band.
- Work: Dark Star (Lyricist, 1968)
- Work: Uncle John's Band (Lyricist, 1970)
Awards & Achievements
- Lifetime Achievement Award — Americana Music Association
Robert Hunter Family & Relationships
Robert Hunter is married to Maureen Hunter.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Robert Hunter
- Popular As: Robert Burns
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Entertainer
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Deceased
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: June 23, 1941
- Age: 84
- Birthday: June 23
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer
- Place of Birth: Arroyo Grande, California
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Maureen Hunter
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Business
Related Biographies
- Maureen Hunter (Spouse • Wife)
- Jerry Garcia (Collaborator • Longtime songwriting partner)
