Basic Information:
Name: John Winston Lennon (later John Winston Ono Lennon)
Date of Birth: October 9, 1940
Date of Death: December 8, 1980
Nationality: British
Profession: Singer-Songwriter, Musician, Peace Activist, Artist
Children: Sean Ono Lennon, and Julian Lennon
Biography:
John Lennon was born in Liverpool, England, during the height of World War II. His early life was marked by a complex family dynamic; his father was absent for much of his childhood, and his mother, Julia, died when he was a teenager. He was primarily raised by his Aunt Mimi, a stricter figure than his free-spirited mother. He was drawn to music early on, becoming a fan of rock and roll in the late 1950s. In 1957, he formed the Quarrymen, which would eventually evolve into the Beatles with the addition of Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and later, Ringo Starr. The Beatles became the most successful band in history, revolutionizing popular music during the 1960s. After the band라이브 바카라 break up in 1970, Lennon embarked on a solo career marked by powerful personal statements and political activism. He moved to New York City with his wife, Yoko Ono, where he remained until his untimely death in 1980, when he was assassinated by a deranged fan. He was a force of creativity, rebellion, and peace advocacy whose influence is felt to this day.
Career Timeline:
1957: Forms the Quarrymen, which evolves into the Beatles.
