Amanda Lear - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | June 18, 1939 |
|---|---|
| Age | 86 |
| Birthplace | Saigon, French Indochina (present-day Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam) |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini - (see also Amanda Lear's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rabbit |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Being a muse to Salvador Dalí, her euro disco music career in the 1970s, and her distinctive androgynous image. |
Intro
Amanda Lear is a French singer, songwriter, painter, television presenter, actress, and former model. She became internationally known as the muse of Spanish surrealist artist Salvador Dalí in the 1960s and later rose to acclaim as a euro disco singer throughout the 1970s, particularly in Europe. Lear's unique and enigmatic persona, combined with her work in music, television, and art, have made her a prominent figure in popular culture.
Early Life & Background
Amanda Lear was reportedly born in Saigon, French Indochina; however, some ambiguity surrounds her parentage and birth records. She spent parts of her childhood in Switzerland and later moved to Paris, where she became involved in the fashion scene.
Career Highlights
- Muse to Salvador Dalí during the 1960s.
- Successful international music career, especially with disco hits such as 'Queen of Chinatown' and 'Follow Me' in the 1970s.
- Worked as a model for Paco Rabanne, Ossie Clark, and Mary Quant.
- Appeared on numerous European television shows as both actress and presenter.
- Published several autobiographical works and has held art exhibitions for her paintings.
Trivia
- Amanda Lear is known for her enigmatic and often ambiguous biography, with conflicting stories about her early life and even her birth date.
- She speaks several languages fluently, including French, English, Italian, and German.
- Lear's deep, distinctive voice and androgynous image contributed to her status as a style icon.
FAQs
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Amanda Lear is 86 years old.
Amanda Lear was born the 18 June 1939.
Saigon, French Indochina (present-day Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam).
On Her Birth-Day
About June 18th, 1939, in brief:
- Day of the week: June 18th, 1939 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: Goodbye, Mr. Chips directed by Sam Wood, Sidney Franklin
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