Obituary of Ken Burns

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Ken Burns

Kenneth Lauren Burns (born July 29th, 1953 in Brooklyn, New York) was a Filmmaker who was best known for being talented. Kenneth may have died on January 28th, 2026 (TBV) and his death was possibly because of an accident. He was 72 years old.

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Ken Burns Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Still Alive
    • Full Name: Burns, Kenneth Lauren
    • Common Name: Ken Burns
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Brooklyn, New York, United States
    • Birth Date: July 29, 1953
    • Age: 72
    • Also Known As: Kenneth Burns, Mr. Burns
    • Occupation: Filmmaker
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Franks Hot Sauce
    • Favorite Color: Brown
    • Favorite Scent: Bleu de Chanel
    • Favorite Actor: Cary Grant

    Kenneth Lauren's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Kenneth Lauren Burns
    • Father: Robert Burns
    • Mother: Lyla Smith Burns (née Tupper)
    • Brother(s):
      • Ric Burns
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Julie Deborah Brown (married 18 October 2003-present)
      • Amy Stechler (married 10 July 1982-divorced 1993)
    • Daughter(s):
      • Sarah Burns

Death Notice:

  • Date: Still Alive
  • Place: Unknown
  • Cause of Death: None Yet

Category Tags:

FilmmakerAmerican Born on July 29th Born in 1953 Born in New York

Quotable Quotes:

"Dear Kenneth, we are so sorry to have to say goodbye. You were the best friend we could ever ask for and we will never forget the wonderful time we had together. You will be sorely missed. (V)"

"Kenneth Lauren Burns led a remarkable life filled with passion, dedication, and creativity, leaving behind a lasting legacy that will continue to inspire and captivate audiences for generations to come. (V)"

"Kenneth Lauren Burns was well-known for his exceptional talent in documentary filmmaking, however the circumstances of his death remain unknown. (V)"

Is Mr. Kenneth Lauren Burns still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has not passed away.

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Celebrity Obit Rating: 4 Stars
Wiki Page Updated: 2026-01-23 16:10:07
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