Pedro Lindbergh (born November 23, 1944 – died September 3, 2019) was a German fashion photographer and film director from Leszno, Reichsgau Wartheland. He was one of the most renowned photographers of all time.
His work for Stern magazine was highly appreciated. In fact, Peter has photographed some of the best models including Naomi Campbell, Tatjana Patitz, Linda Evangelista, Cindy Crawford and Christy Turlington.
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All the supermodels posed for Lindbergh on the cover of British Vogue in January 1990. Recently, on September 3, 2019, the fashion photographer passed away at the age of 74.
He died at his home in Paris, France due to health problems. Many big celebrities like Rihanna, Charlize Theron, Meghan Markle, etc. they paid tribute to him on their respective social media accounts.
Movies, fashion shows and other works
The 74-year-old photographer began his professional career as an assistant in the early days of his profession. According to a source, Peter worked for Hans Lux (German photographer) for two years.
Meanwhile, the director also served for Stern Magazine and joined the company in 1971. Peter worked alongside photographers Guy Bourdin, Helmut Newton and Hans Feurer. Later, in 1973, he set up his own studio and preferred black and white photography. It’s more,
He photographed the Pirelli calendar twice i.e. in 1996 and 2002. In 1996, the late photographer also published his first book titled “10 Women”. As a director, Lindbergh debuted with his first documentary film “ Models, The Movie » In 1991.
Career and heritage
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It featured Tatjana Patitz, Naomi Campbell, Cindy Crawford, Linda Evangelista, and Stephanie Seymour. Then, in 1999, she directed her second drama-documentary titled ” Inner Voices “.
The late filmmaker also garnered the “Best Documentary Award” at the Toronto International Film Festival the following year. Some of his other popular projects are Everywhere at Once, Pina Bausch, Der Fensterputzer and many other music album covers.
His last job was with Meghan Markle (the Duchess of Sussex). He photographed her for the September issue of Vogue magazine. As of wealth, Peter Lindbergh’s accumulated net worth is $12-15 million US dollars, as of 2019.
| Lifestyle/Biography | |
|---|---|
| Real full birth name | Peter Lindbergh. |
| Nickname | Pedro |
| Profession | Fashion photographer and film director. |
| Famous for | working with big names like Cindy Crawford, Christy Turlington, Linda Evangelista, Naomi Campbell, etc. |
| Age (as of 2018) | 74 years . |
| Date of Birth (DOB), Birthday | November 23, 1944. |
| Death date | September 03, 2019. |
| Birthplace/Hometown | Leszno, Reichsgau Wartheland, (German-occupied Poland). |
| Nationality | German. |
| Sexuality (gay or lesbian) | Heterosexual |
| Gender | Male. |
| ethnicity | White Caucasian descent. |
| Religion | Christendom. |
| sun sign (zodiac sign) | Sagittarius. |
| At home | Paris France. |
| Social Media Account Statistics | Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/therealpeterlindbergh/? Twitter : https://twitter.com/peterlindbergh? Facebook :— |
| Physical Statistics | |
| height (height) | Feet inches: 6′ 0″ . Centimeters: 183cm . Meters: 1.83 meters . |
| Weight | Kilograms: 82kg . Pounds: 181 pounds . |
| bicep size | sixteen. |
| Body Measurements (Chest-waist-hips) | 44-34-38. |
| Shoe Size (UK) | 9. |
| Tattoo details? | N/A |
| eye color | Blue. |
| Hair color | Greyish white. |
| Family | |
| Fathers | Father : Names are not available.. Mom : |
| Brothers | Unknown. |
| famous relatives | Grandparents: Uncle: Aunt: |
| personal life relationship | |
| Marital status | Married. |
| Dating history? | He had an affair with Astrid Lindbergh. |
| Girlfriend | Will update. |
| Name of wife/spouse | 1. Astrid Lindbergh (ex-wife). 2. Petra Sedlaczek (d. 2002 – until her death 2019). |
| Son | 1. Benjamin Lindbergh. 2. Simon Lindbergh. 3.Jeremy Lindbergh. 4. Joseph Lindbergh. |
| Daughter | None. |
| Education | |
| Highest Rating | Graduated with a bachelor’s degree. |
| College | High school. |
| Alma mater. | 1. Berlin Academy of Fine Arts. 2. Kunstochchule (Faculty of Art). |
| Hobbies and favorite things | |
| Favorite Celebrities | Actor: Christoph Waltz. Actress: Nastassja Kinski. Painter: Vincent van Gogh. |
| dream vacation destination | London. |
| Favorite color | Black. |
| I love to do | Photography and Travel. |
| Favorite food | French cuisine. |
| Can | |
| Heritage (approx.) | $12-15 million US dollars (as of 2019). |
| Salary, income and earnings | — |
| Contact details | |
| Mobile or phone number | — |
| Office address | N/A |
| Official Web site | None. |
| house details | Will update. |
| Email address | Lost. |
Some lesser known facts about Peter Lindbergh
- Fashion photographer was born on November 23, 1944 in Leszno, Reichsgau Wartheland, (German-occupied Poland). As of 2019, Peter Lindbergh’s age was 74 years old.
- His mom and dad later moved to Duisburg, Germany when Peter was very young.
- At the beginning of the 1960s, the filmmaker moved to Lucerne and months later to Berlin.
- He graduated from the Berlin Academy of Fine Arts in the 1960s.
- The talented artist also studied abstract art at the Kunsthochchule (Art College) in Krefeld, North Rhine-Westphalia.
- As a teenager, Lindbergh worked as a window dresser for the Karstadt and Horten department store in Duisburg.
- In fact, the photographer also began exhibiting his photographs before graduating.
- As of the relationship, Peter married his first wife “Astrid Lindbergh” many years ago.
- They also appeared in the real life documentary titled “Peter Lindbergh — Women’s Stories” (2019) and Jean-Michel Vecchiet was the director of the project.
- However, their marriage soon came to an end and they divorced.
- Later, the fashion photographer tied the knot with his second spouse “Petra Sedlaczek” in 2002 in a private ceremony.
- He had four children, that is, four. sons named Benjamin, Simon, Jeremy and Joseph Lindbergh. Peter also had seven grandchildren.