Kent Nagano, a renowned conductor, was brought into this world on November 22, 1951, in the vibrant city of Berkeley, California, USA. As a prominent figure in the world of music, he has made significant contributions to the industry through his work on notable projects such as the critically acclaimed film "Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)" released in 2014, as well as the Metropolitan Opera HD Live series, which debuted in 2006. Additionally, he has also been involved in the documentary film "Eat That Question: Frank Zappa in His Own Words" released in 2016.
In his personal life, Nagano has been in a long-term romantic partnership with the talented pianist Mari Kodama since 1991. Together, they have one child, adding to their loving family.