born 1965
Damien Hirst is a British artist and businessman, born on June 7, 1965, in Bristol, England. He is best known for his groundbreaking work in the Young British Artists movement and for his controversial pieces that explore themes of death and mortality, such as "The Physical Impossibility of Death in the Mind of Someone Living," which features a shark preserved in formaldehyde. Hirst's innovative approach and use of materials have made him one of the most prominent figures in contemporary art.