David St. Hubbins — This Is Spinal Tap Character Profile

About David St. Hubbins

Lead vocalist and guitarist. Initially co-manages the band with his girlfriend Jeanine, sidelining Nigel. Considers disbanding but ultimately invites Nigel back for the final gig. In the sequel, produces true-crime podcasts and on-hold music. Falsely accuses Nigel of an affair with Jeanine before reconciling.

David St. Hubbins — Character Profile

Affiliations

• Spinal Tap

Quick Facts about David St. Hubbins

Occupation

singer, guitarist

David St. Hubbins's Known Relations

• Spinal Tap — Member of

David St. Hubbins appears in 2 titles

• This Is Spinal Tap (1984)
• Spinal Tap II: The End Continues (2025) — character page

Character Facts

Played by

Michael McKean

Appears in

This Is Spinal Tap (1984)

Role

Protagonist

Relationships (3)

• David St. Hubbins — Social Childhood Friend — Nigel Tufnel (Christopher Guest)

  Longtime friends and co-founders who share a deep personal history and musical partnership.

• David St. Hubbins — Professional Manager — Ian Faith (Tony Hendra)

  Professional relationship where Ian handles business logistics and tour coordination.

• David St. Hubbins — Alliance Bandmate — Derek Smalls (Harry Shearer)

  Close collaborators who discuss the band's future and potential new ventures together.

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• Bobbi Flekman (Fran Drescher)
• Mime Waiter (Dana Carvey)
• Jeanine Pettibone (June Chadwick)
• Polly Deutsch (Anjelica Huston)
• Tommy Pischedda (Bruno Kirby)
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