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Van Cliburn

American pianist (1934 to 2013)

Van Cliburn was born on July 12, 1934 and died on February 27, 2013, aged 78.

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Born
July 12, 1934, Shreveport
Died
February 27, 2013
Zodiac sign
Cancer
Country
United States
Known as
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  • Van Cliburn was born on a Thursday.
  • Van Cliburn would have turned 92 in 2026.
  • Half birthday: January 12. Birthstone: Ruby.
  • Van Cliburn belongs to Born before 1946, the stars born before the Baby Boom.

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When was Van Cliburn born?

Van Cliburn was born on July 12, 1934 and died on February 27, 2013, aged 78.

What is Van Cliburn’s zodiac sign?

Cancer, born July 12.