Andrew Warhol
American artist, film director, and producer (1928–1987)
1928 — 1987
Quick Facts
Profession
American artist, film director, and producer (1928–1987)
Born
August 6, 1928
Died
1987 (age ~59)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
screenwriter, photographer, merchant
United StatesBorn in PittsburghDied in New York City
1928
Born in Pittsburgh (1928-08-06)
1987
Died in New York City
About
Andy Warhol was an American artist and filmmaker. Widely regarded as the most important artist of the second half of the 20th century, Warhol's work spanned various media, including painting, filmmaking, photography, publishing, and performance art. A leading figure in the pop art movement, his work explores the relationship between advertising, consumerism, mass media, and celebrity culture, transforming everyday consumer goods and familiar icons into renowned artworks. His embrace of mechanical reproduction challenged traditional boundaries between high and low culture. He is also credited with popularizing the expression "15 minutes of fame."
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Who is Andrew Warhol?+
Andy Warhol was an American artist and filmmaker. Widely regarded as the most important artist of the second half of the 20th century, Warhol's work spanned various media, including painting, filmmaking, photography, publishing, and performance art. A leading figure in the pop art movement, his work
What does the name Andrew mean?+
The name Andrew means "A male given name from Ancient Greek.. Etymology: From Ἀνδρέας, cognate with t=manly, both from t=man. Andrey.". It is of English origin.
When was Andrew Warhol born?+
Andrew Warhol was born on August 6, 1928.
When did Andrew Warhol die?+
Andrew Warhol died in 1987, at approximately 59 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Ancient Greek.. Etymology: From Ἀνδρέας, cognate with t=manly, both from t=man. Andrey.
The name Andrew is of English origin, meaning "A male given name from Ancient Greek.. Etymology: From Ἀνδρέας, cognate with t=manly, both from t=man. Andrey.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Andrew — August 6, 1928
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Leo
Confident, generous, warm-hearted
Fire · Sun · Jul 23 – Aug 22
Chinese Zodiac
Dragon
Confident, intelligent, enthusiastic
Earth · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
9 Ik
Wind — breath, spirit, communication
Celtic Tree
Hazel
Wise, perceptive, academic
Ogham: Coll · Aug 5 – Sep 1
Birthstone: Peridot — Strength, healing
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The audition tape... I knew in the first ten seconds.
— a casting director
Legend.
— anon
We share a planet and a moment in time. That's enough.
— someone far away
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