Bob Gruen | |
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| Born | 1945 New York City, U.S. |
| Occupation | Photographer |
| Years active | 1970–present |
| Spouses | Nadya Beck
(divorced)Elizabeth Gregroy Gruen
(m. 1995) |
| Website | Official website |
Bob Gruen (born October 23, 1945) is an American author and photographer known for his rock and roll photographs. By the mid 1970s, Gruen was already regarded as one of the foremost photographers in music working with major artist such as John Lennon, Tina Turner, the Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, Elton John, and Kiss. He also covered emerging new wave and punk rock bands, including the New York Dolls, the Clash, Sex Pistols, Ramones, and Blondie. Gruen has also appeared in films.