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Known For
Actor
Birthday
(Monday)
Died
Nationality
Languages
English
Spouses
Betty Reed (1973-1973), Silvia Morales (1980-1990), Laurie Anderson (2008-2013)
Education
Freeport High School, Syracuse University
Zodiac Sign
♓ Pisces
Chinese Zodiac
马 Horse
Name Origin
English < Old French (Louis)
Popularity
Tier B -- 88,519 Wikipedia views/month
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Screen debut
First screen credit at age 23
Career
Career spanning 44 years (1966-2010)
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Year context
Born in 1942 -- Battle of Midway; Manhattan Project begins; Franklin D. Roosevelt was US president
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Filmography (12)
Red Shirley
Director
Palermo Shooting
Film
Andy Warhol: Th...
Andy Warhol: The Complete Picture
Film
Blue in the Face
Film
Faraway, So Close!
Film
Scenes from the Life of Andy Warhol: Friendships and Intersections
Film
Superstar: The Life and Times of Andy Warhol
Film
Rock & Rule
Mok (singing voice)
Get Crazy
Film
Jimi Hendrix
Film
AWARDS (3)
G
Grammy Awards
WON
B
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
WON
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Steiger Award
WON
Biography
Lewis Allan Reed (March 2, 1942 – October 27, 2013) was an American musician, singer and songwriter. He was the guitarist, vocalist, and principal songwriter of the rock band the Velvet Underground, with a solo career that spanned five decades.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Lou Reed?
Lou Reed was born on and passed away on at the age of 71.
Where was Lou Reed born?
Lou Reed was born in Brooklyn, New York, USA.
What movies or shows has Lou Reed been in?
Lou Reed has 12 credits in our database. Notable titles include Red Shirley (2010), Palermo Shooting (2008), Andy Warhol: The Complete Picture (2001), Blue in the Face (1995), Faraway, So Close! (1993).
What is Lou Reed known for?
Lou Reed is primarily known as an actor. Lewis Allan Reed (March 2, 1942 – October 27, 2013) was an American musician, singer and songwriter. He was the guitarist, vocalist, and principal songwriter…
Where can I find more information about Lou Reed?
You can find more about Lou Reed on IMDB, TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
