Obituary of Richard Avedon

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Richard Avedon

Richard Avedon (born May 15, 1923 in New York City, New York) was a photographer who was best known for working for Harper’s Bazaar, Vogue and Elle magazines that specializes in capturing movement in pictures of fashion, theater and dance. Richard died on October 1, 2004 and his death was because of complications from a cerebral hemorrhage. He died at age 81.

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Richard Avedon Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Avedon, Richard
    • Common Name: Richard Avedon
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: New York City, New York, United States
    • Birth Date: May 15, 1923
    • Age: 81 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Richie
    • Occupation: Photographer
    • Religion: Jewish
    • Net Worth: $17 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
    • Favorite Color: Orange
    • Favorite Scent: Armani Code
    • Favorite Actor: Robert De Niro

    Richard's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Richard Avedon
    • Father: Jacob Israel Avedon (1889-1973)
    • Mother: Anna Avedon (1889-1996)
    • Sister(s):
      • Louise Avedon (1926-1968)
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Doe Avedon (married 1944-divorced 1949)
      • Evelyn Franklin (married 1951-2004, his death)
    • Son(s):
      • John F. Avedon

Death Notice:

  • Date: October 01 2004 at age 81
  • Place: San Antonio, Texas, United States
  • Cause of Death: Cerebral hemorrhage (related complications)

Category Tags:

PhotographerAmerican Born on May 15th Born in 1923 Born in New York Died in 2004 Died at age 81 Died from Cerebral hemorrhage

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