Obituary of Robert Mapplethorpe

Robert Mapplethorpe

Robert Michael Mapplethorpe (born November 4, 1946 in Floral Park, New York) was a photographer who was best known for his black and white photographs of zebras. Robert died on March 9, 1989 and his death was because of AIDS. He died really young age 42.

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Robert Mapplethorpe Biography Wiki:

Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
Full Name: Mapplethorpe, Robert
Common Name: Robert Mapplethorpe
Gender: Male
Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
Birthplace: Floral Park, New York, United States
Birth Date: November 04, 1946
Age: 42 (at death)
Also Known As: Rob, Bob
Occupation: Photographer

Religion: Catholic
Net Worth: $1.5 million
Nationality: American
Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
Favorite Color: Burgandy
Favorite Scent: Nautica Voyage
Favorite Actor: Joan Fontaine

Robert's Family Tree

Birth Name: Robert Michael Mapplethorpe
Father: Harry Mapplethorpe
Mother: Joan Mapplethorpe (née Maxey)
Brother(s):

Edward Mapplethorpe
James Mapplethorpe

Sister(s):

Nancy Rooney
Susan Schneider

Spouse/Partner:

Sam Wagstaff (partnered 1972-1987, his death)

Death Notice:

Date: March 09 1989 at age 42
Place: New England Deaconess Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Cause of Death: Aids
Interment: Cremated and interred at St. John's Cemetery, Queens, New York, United States

Category Tags:

Photographer American Born on November 4th Born in 1946 Born in New York Died in 1989 Died at age 42 Died from Aids

Quotable Quotes:

"Robert Mapplethorpe lived a fearless and boundary-pushing life, forever challenging societal norms and pushing the limits of art. Though his death left a void, his artistic legacy continues to inspire and provoke to this day. (V)"

"Good bye old friend."

Is Mr. Robert Mapplethorpe still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.