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Chris Burden
Chris Burden was born on April 11, 1946. Chris Burden died on May 10, 2015 at the age of 69.
- Born
- April 11, 1946
- Place of birth
- Boston, Massachusetts, USA
- Died
- May 10, 2015 (69 years old)
Biography
Christopher Lee Burden (April 11, 1946 – May 10, 2015) was an American artist working in performance, sculpture and installation art. Burden became known in the 1970s for his performance art works, including Shoot (1971), where he arranged for a friend to shoot him in the arm with a small-caliber rifle. A prolific artist, Burden created many well-known installations, public artworks and sculptures before his death in 2015.
Filmography
Frequently asked questions
When was Chris Burden born?
Chris Burden was born on April 11, 1946. (Boston, Massachusetts, USA)
How old is Chris Burden?
Chris Burden died on May 10, 2015 at the age of 69.
Updated: November 1, 2026 ·