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Bill Viola
Bill Viola was born on January 25, 1951. Bill Viola died on July 12, 2024 at the age of 73.
- Born
- January 25, 1951
- Place of birth
- Queens, New York, USA
- Died
- July 12, 2024 (73 years old)
Biography
A pioneer in the medium of video art, Bill Viola's work explores the spiritual and perceptual side of human experience. Since 1970 he has created videotapes, architectural video installations, sound environments, electronic music performances and pieces for television. Works include Hatsu Yume (First Dream), The Passing, and installations Room for St. John of the Cross, The Messenger and The Quintet of the Astonished, recently shown at the National Gallery, London in "Encounters, New Art from Old". A 25-year survey exhibition of his work organized by The Whitney Museum of American Art recently traveled to 6 institutions in the USA and Europe. MacArthur Fellow.
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Frequently asked questions
When was Bill Viola born?
Bill Viola was born on January 25, 1951. (Queens, New York, USA)
How old is Bill Viola?
Bill Viola died on July 12, 2024 at the age of 73.
Updated: November 3, 2026 ·