Vladimir Horowitz

Vladimir Horowitz

Country

Russia

Birth - Death

1903 - 1989

Occupation

Entertainment

Notable Achievements

Presidential Medal of Freedom, Grammy Award, Commandeur de la Legion d'honneur

Description

Classical pianist noted for his extraordinary technique and artistry, but also his temperamental moods and eccentricities. Emigrated to the United States. Though married, his same-sex tendencies and relationships were well known, and he attempted to 'cure' himself through several psychiatric treatments. Recipient of 25 Grammy Awards, including the Grammy Award for Lifetime Achievement (1990, posthumously). Awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom (1986).

See Also

• LGBTQ Recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom
• Celebrated LGBTQ Pianists

Further Reading/Research

• http://www.biography.com/people/vladimir-horowitz-9344230
• http://www.nytimes.com/1989/11/06/obituaries/vladimir-horowitz-titan-of-the-piano-dies.html
• http://www.glbtqarchive.com/arts/horowitz_v_A.pdf
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lMNkmD47j6o

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