Herb Ritts
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Summary
Herb Ritts was born on August 13, 1952[1], in Los Angeles[2]. He died on December 26, 2002[3], in Los Angeles[4]. He worked as a photographer[5], film director[6], and fashion photographer[7]. He ranks in the top 0.7% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (2,728 views/month, #6,994 of 1,000,298).[8]
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: United States[9]
- Field of work: fashion photography[10], portrait photography[11]
- Educated at: Bard College[12], University High School[13]
- Award received: GLAAD Media Awards[14]
- Sex or gender: male[15]
- Cause of death: pneumonia[16]
- Family name: Ritts[17]
- Given name: Herbert[18]
- Official website: http://www.herbritts.com[19]
- Medical condition: HIV infection[20]
- Manner of death: natural causes[21]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[22]
- Nickname: Herb[23]
- Birth name: Herbert Ritts Jr.[24]
- Name in native language: Herb Ritts[25]
- On focus list of Wikimedia project: Wiki Loves Pride Art & Artists[26], WikiProject New York Public Library[27]
Why It Matters
Herb Ritts has Wikipedia articles in 14 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[28] He is known by 14 alternative names across languages and contexts.[29]
FAQs
Where was Herb Ritts born?
Herb Ritts was born in Los Angeles[2].
Where did Herb Ritts die?
Herb Ritts passed away in Los Angeles[4].
What did Herb Ritts do for work?
Herb Ritts worked as a photographer[5], film director[6], and fashion photographer[7].
Where did Herb Ritts go to school?
Herb Ritts was educated at Bard College[12] and University High School[13].
What awards did Herb Ritts receive?
Honors received include GLAAD Media Awards[14].