Age, Biography and Wiki

William Claxton (photographer) is an American photographer who is best known for his iconic images of jazz musicians. He was born on October 12, 1927 in Pasadena, California. He began his career as a photographer in the 1950s, and his work has been featured in numerous books, magazines, and exhibitions. Claxton's work has been featured in many books, including Jazz Seen: The Life and Times of William Claxton, Jazz Life, and Jazz Greats. He has also been featured in exhibitions at the Smithsonian Institution, the Museum of Modern Art, and the Getty Museum. Claxton has been honored with numerous awards, including the Lucie Award for Outstanding Achievement in Photography, the International Center of Photography Infinity Award, and the Lucie Award for Lifetime Achievement. As of 2021, William Claxton (photographer)’s net worth is estimated to be roughly $2 million.

Popular As William James Claxton
Occupation N/A
Age 81 years old
Zodiac Sign Libra
Born 12 October 1927
Birthday 12 October
Birthplace Pasadena, California, U.S.
Date of death (2008-10-11) Los Angeles, California
Died Place Los Angeles, California
Nationality United States

We recommend you to check the complete list of Famous People born on 12 October. He is a member of famous photographer with the age 81 years old group.

William Claxton (photographer) Height, Weight & Measurements

At 81 years old, William Claxton (photographer) height not available right now. We will update William Claxton (photographer)'s Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible.

Physical Status
Height Not Available
Weight Not Available
Body Measurements Not Available
Eye Color Not Available
Hair Color Not Available

Who Is William Claxton (photographer)'s Wife?

His wife is Peggy Moffitt (m. 1960)

Family
Parents Not Available
Wife Peggy Moffitt (m. 1960)
Sibling Not Available
Children 1

William Claxton (photographer) Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is William Claxton (photographer) worth at the age of 81 years old? William Claxton (photographer)’s income source is mostly from being a successful photographer. He is from United States. We have estimated William Claxton (photographer)'s net worth , money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2023 $1 Million - $5 Million
Salary in 2023 Under Review
Net Worth in 2022 Pending
Salary in 2022 Under Review
House Not Available
Cars Not Available
Source of Income photographer

William Claxton (photographer) Social Network

Instagram
Linkedin
Twitter
Facebook
Wikipedia
Imdb

Timeline

2008

He married model Peggy Moffitt in 1960 and had one son, Christopher M. Claxton, born in 1973. Claxton died on October 11, 2008, of complications from congestive heart failure, one day before his 81st birthday.

1967

In 1967, he created the film Basic Black, a work that is credited as the first "fashion video" and is in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York. The music for the film, using a Moog synthesizer, was composed by award-winning artist David Lucas.

1960

Born in Pasadena, California, Claxton's works included a book of photographs of Steve McQueen, and Jazzlife, a book of photographs depicting jazz artists in the 1960s. He was best known for his photography of jazz musicians including Chet Baker. Claxton also photographed celebrities and models.

1927

William James Claxton (October 12, 1927 – October 11, 2008) was an American photographer and author.