Yoko Ono

Born: 1933-02-18

Birthplace: Tokyo, Japan

Biography

Yoko Ono is a Japanese artist, musician, author and peace activist, known for her work in avant-garde art, music and filmmaking as well as her marriage to John Lennon. Ono brought feminism to the forefront through her music which prefigured New Wave music (whether she was a direct influence is still debated). She is a supporter of gay rights and is known for her philanthropic contributions to the arts, peace and AIDS outreach programs.

Known For

Isle of Dogs
Bowling for Columbine
Earthquake Bird
Zappa
An All-Star Celebration Honoring Martin Luther King Jr.
One to One: John & Yoko
Why Are We Creative?
Elton John: Never Too Late
Scenes from the Life of Andy Warhol: Friendships and Intersections
Inventing David Geffen

Top Movie Credits

Isle of Dogs Assistant-Scientist Yoko-ono (voice)
Bowling for Columbine Thanks
Earthquake Bird Thanks
Zappa Self (archive footage)
An All-Star Celebration Honoring Martin Luther King Jr.
One to One: John & Yoko Self (archive footage)
Why Are We Creative? Self
Elton John: Never Too Late Self (archive footage)
Scenes from the Life of Andy Warhol: Friendships and Intersections Self
Inventing David Geffen Self