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Terence Donovan

English photographer and film director (1936-1996)

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Occupation

Photographer

Born in

Stepney

Born

September 14, 1936

Zodiac

Virgo

21,985

days lived

60

age at death

Born
September 14, 1936 in 🇬🇧Stepney
Died
November 22, 1996 (aged 60)
Zodiac
♍︎Virgo·rat 🐀
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About

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Terence Daniel Donovan was an English photographer and film director, noted for his fashion photography of the 1960s. A book of his fashion work, Terence Donovan Fashion, was published 2012. He also directed many TV commercials and oversaw the music videos for Robert Palmer's "Addicted to Love" and "Simply Irresistible". The Guardian labelled “Addicted to Love“ as being "fashion's favourite video" since it was released.

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Sun Sign

Virgo♍︎

Moon Sign

Virgo♍︎

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Earth

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Timeline
2023
Day 31,845
Age 87

Death of Terence Donovan

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96%
Nov 22, 2023

Renowned fashion and portrait photographer Terence Donovan passed away.

2019
Day 30,059
Age 82

Exhibition: 'The Style of Fashion'

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96%
Jan 1, 2019

Exhibited his iconic fashion photography, showcasing his influential style.

2017
Day 29,329
Age 80

Publication: 'Terence Donovan: Glamour'

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96%
Jan 1, 2017

A retrospective book celebrating his career in glamour photography.

2015
Day 28,598
Age 78

Exhibition: 'The British at Home'

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96%
Jan 1, 2015

Showcased his portraits of prominent British figures in their homes.

2008
Day 26,041
Age 71

Publication: 'Fashion 50'

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96%
Jan 1, 2008

A book featuring 50 years of his influential fashion photography.

2005
Day 24,946
Age 68

Exhibition: 'The Art of Fashion'

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96%
Jan 1, 2005

A major exhibition highlighting his significant contributions to fashion photography.

2001
Day 23,485
Age 64

Publication: 'The Way We Were'

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96%
Jan 1, 2001

A photographic exploration of British society and culture.

1999
Day 22,754
Age 62

Exhibition: 'Icons of the 60s'

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96%
Jan 1, 1999

Displayed his iconic portraits of musicians and celebrities from the 1960s.

1995
Day 21,293
Age 58

Publication: 'The Best of British'

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96%
Jan 1, 1995

A collection of his striking portraits of British personalities.

1990
Day 19,467
Age 53

Exhibition: 'Terence Donovan: A Retrospective'

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96%
Jan 1, 1990

A comprehensive exhibition celebrating his extensive career.

1970
Day 12,162
Age 33

Establishment of Donovan Studios

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Jan 1, 1970

Founded his own photography studio, becoming a major hub for fashion shoots.

1960
Day 8,509
Age 23

Early Career in Fashion Photography

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Jan 1, 1960

Rose to prominence as a key figure in the 'Swinging London' scene.

1957
Day 7,414
Age 20

Apprenticeship with Philippe Halsman

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Jan 1, 1957

Gained valuable experience working as an apprentice.

1955
Day 6,683
Age 18

Attended London School of Printing

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Jan 1, 1955

Studied photography, laying the foundation for his career.

1936
Day 0
Age 0

Birth of Terence Donovan

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Sep 14, 1936

Born in London, England.