Back to peopleRoss BagdasarianKnown forCreatorBornJanuary 27, 1919DiedJanuary 16, 1972Place of birthFresno, California, USABiographyLife and careerRostom Sipan Bagdasarian (January 27, 1919 – January 16, 1972), known professionally by his stage name David Seville, was an American singer-songwriter, record producer, and actor, best known for creating the cartoon band Alvin and the Chipmunks.Filmography4 filmsAll4Acting2Crew2Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel2009CharactersAlvin and the Chipmunks2007ProducerCharactersRear Window1954as SongwriterViva Zapata!1952as Officer (uncredited)
