Annie Leibovitz
American photographer of celebrities
Born
October 2nd, 1949
76 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A prominent photographer, recognized for portrait photography of celebrities and public figures. Started a career at Rolling Stone magazine, contributing iconic covers and images that defined the publication's visual style. Later worked for Vanity Fair, capturing well-known personalities in striking compositions. Notable for her ability to convey personality and depth through her portraits, creating a distinctive style that blends commercial photography with fine art.
Photographed John Lennon on the cover of Rolling Stone in 1980
Created famous portraits for Vanity Fair featuring stars like Whoopi Goldberg and Demi Moore
Published several influential photography books, including 'Annie Leibovitz: A Photographer's Life, 1990-2005'
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