Krist Novoselic, born on May 16, 1965, is a renowned musician best known for his role as the bassist for the iconic rock band Nirvana. His musical career began in the 1980s, influenced by punk and underground rock. Novoselic's fame surged with the release of Nirvana's album 'Nevermind' in 1991, which included the hit single 'Smells Like Teen Spirit', becoming a symbol of 1990s rock music.