Date of birth: August 6, 1928
Date of death: February 22, 1987
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Warhol was an American painter, printmaker, and filmmaker who was a leading figure in the visual art movement known as pop art. After a successful career as a commercial illustrator, Warhol became famous worldwide for his work as a painter, avant-garde filmmaker, record producer, author, and public figure known for his membership in wildly diverse social circles that included bohemian street people, distinguished intellectuals, Hollywood celebrities and wealthy aristocrats. ([Source][1].)


[1]: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andy_Warhol

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