Pierre Bergé, Adolf Brand, Aaron Copland, Etel Adnan
Born: Pierre Bergé (1930), Adolf Brand (1874), Aaron Copland (1900)
Died: Etel Adnan (2021)
Born on this day
14NovBorn 193096th birthday
Pierre Bergé
Yves Saint Laurent’s partner in love and business built a fashion empire – and became a major voice in the fight against AIDS.
14NovBorn 1874152nd birthdayAdolf Brand
He founded “Der Eigene” in 1896 and challenged the criminalisation of love between men. His publishing also reflected an exclusionary ideal of masculinity.
14NovBorn 1900126th birthdayAaron Copland
His ballets and concert works helped define an American orchestral sound. He also made room for younger composers as a teacher, conductor and mentor.