Actor · Music
Born Oct 1, 1903 · Kiev, Russian Empire [now Ukraine]
Active 1991–1989 · Awards: National Medal of Arts, Presidential Medal of Freedom, Great Cross with Star and Sash of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany, Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, Royal Philharmonic Society Gold Medal, Knight of the Legion of Honour, Knight Grand Cross of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic, star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Vladimir Samoylovich Horowitz (19031989) was an American classical pianist and composer born in the Russian Empire. He was acclaimed for his virtuoso technique, his tone color, and the excitement engendered by his playing.