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27 years (deceased) . Brooklyn

Jean-Michel Basquiat_

"Born — Died "

Born Brooklyn
Birthday
27
Lived
2
Credits
20 yrs
Career
Updated Feb 20, 2026

Details

Birthday
(Thursday)
Died
Birthplace
Nationality
Languages
English
Education
City As School, Edward R. Murrow High School, John Jay Educational Campus, Saint Ann's School
Zodiac Sign
♐ Sagittarius
Chinese Zodiac
鼠 Rat
Popularity
Tier A -- 125,200 Wikipedia views/month

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Birthday twin
Shares a birthday (December 22) with Ralph Fiennes
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Screen debut
First screen credit at age 29
Year context
Born in 1960 -- First televised presidential debate (Kennedy vs Nixon); Dwight D. Eisenhower was US president
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Career
Career spanning 20 years (1990-2010)
Zodiac
Year of the Rat, sign of Sagittarius

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Innovation
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Giving
0
Sustainability
50
Cultural Uplift
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Biography

Jean-Michel Basquiat was an American artist who rose to success during the 1980s as part of the neo-expressionism movement.

Frequently Asked Questions

How old was Jean-Michel Basquiat?
Jean-Michel Basquiat was born on and passed away on at the age of 27.
Where was Jean-Michel Basquiat born?
Jean-Michel Basquiat was born in Brooklyn.
What movies or shows has Jean-Michel Basquiat been in?
Jean-Michel Basquiat has 2 credits in our database. Notable titles include Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Radiant Child (2010), Superstar: The Life and Times of Andy Warhol (1990).
Where can I find more information about Jean-Michel Basquiat?
You can find more about Jean-Michel Basquiat on Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.

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