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  1. BornJune 5, 1947 · Glen Ellyn, Illinois, U.S.
    InstrumentsViolin · keyboards · percussion · vocals
    Spouse(s)Lou Reed · (m. 2008; died 2013)
  1. Known primarily for her multimedia presentations, she has cast herself in roles as varied as visual artist, composer, poet, photographer, filmmaker, electronics whiz, vocalist, and instrumentalist.
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    Courtesy of the artist, photography by Ron Blunt Before she became famous with her spooky electronic single “O Superman” 40 years ago, Laurie Anderson had been a successful conceptual and performance artist, who had studied with the artist Sol LeWitt and the composer John Cage and been included in several international gallery shows.
    Laurie Anderson's success was solidified in 1981 when her self-produced single 'O Superman', an eight-minute track from the larger performance work United States, rose to number two in the UK Singles Chart. The record became a surprise hit after it was championed by DJ John Peel on his nationally broadcast late-night music show.
    "Laurie Anderson's Glorious, Chaotic New York From performances for 'six people in a loft' to O Superman, MTV fame, and her time with Lou Reed, the artist reflects on her many years in New York.", The New York Times, April 21, 2017. Accessed February 25, 2019. "Ms. Anderson with her dog Willie near her home in TriBeCa."
    She continued her varied artistic interests even as she recorded a dozen albums and extensively performed worldwide. Only now is she getting her largest U.S. exhibition of her artwork to date in “Laurie Anderson: The Weather” at the Smithsonian’s Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, reopened now following a 17-month Covid-19 hiatus.
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    • Nationality: American
    • Born: Jun 5, 1947
    • Place Of Birth: Glenn Ellyn, Illinois, USA
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