Damien Hirst
English · b. 1965 · Young British Artists
Damien Hirst is a leading figure of the Young British Artists movement, known for provocative work that challenged conventional ideas about life, death, and value. He rose to prominence in the UK art scene during the 1990s and became closely associated with collector Charles Saatchi before their split in 2003. He is widely regarded as one of the most commercially successful contemporary artists in British history.
Things you might not know
- Hirst is the UK's richest living artist, with wealth estimated at US$384 million in the 2020 Sunday Times Rich List.
- His career-defining partnership with collector Charles Saatchi ended acrimoniously in 2003.
- Hirst dominated the UK art scene in the 1990s as a central figure of the Young British Artists group.
