Today is the 122nd birthday of Wallis Simpson. The king gave up the throne for her. Her style remained impeccable for her entire life. Have you
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Happy 114th Birthday Salvador Dalí
Today is the 114th birthday of the artist Salvador Dali. My very favorite description of one of his pieces is that of the 1940 Painting “Daddy
A Song A Day in May: 80s Nuclear War Anxiety
The Music I listened to and loved in the 80s had an influence on me, it’s undeniable. Along with the books I read, the television
Happy 125th Birthday Joan Miro
Today is the 125th birthday of the artist Joan Miro. I was first introduced to his work in the college library. I did take Art History
Happy 37th Birthday Beth Ditto
Today is the 37th birthday of Beth Ditto. I listen to Gossip’s “Move in the Right Direction” on the train in the morning as a pep
Happy 91st Birthday Leontyne Price
Today is the 91st birthday of the singer Leontyne Price. The world is a better place because she is in it. NAME: Leontyne Price OCCUPATION: Singer
Happy 110th Birthday Peg Entwistle
Today is the 110th birthday of the woman who’s ghost is said to be seen around Griffith Park, specifically the Hollywood sign, recognized by her attractiveness,
Happy 124th Birthday Norman Rockwell
Today is the 124th birthday of the artist Norman Rockwell. His paintings are immediately recognizable, comforting, and a part of the American experience. He is
Happy 92nd Birthday Elaine Stritch
Today is the 92nd birthday of the phenomenal Elaine Stritch. Her career and life are inspirational in every way. The world is a better place
Happy 92nd Birthday Vivian Dorothy Maier
Today is the 92nd birthday of the photographer Vivian Dorothy Maier. I have long expressed my fondness for street photography and it’s unplanned, un-staged captured moments.
Happy 123rd Birthday Cristóbal Balenciaga
Today is the 123rd birthday of the Spanish fashion designer Cristóbal Balenciaga. The glamour, the drama, the angels all made with fabric is pure art.
Happy 79th Birthday Sal Mineo
Today is the 79th birthday of the 50’s actor Sal Mineo. He is probably best known for his role opposite James Dean in Rebel Without a
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