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American Masters has profiled some of the greatest American artists, sculptors, architects, photographers, and other visual artists and designers.

Explore the life of artist Keith Haring who revolutionized pop culture and fine art.
Discover the art world giant whose color fields changed art history and now fetch millions
He lived fast, died young and created thousands of drawings and paintings.
Support for American Masters is provided by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, AARP, Rosalind P. Walter Foundation, Judith and Burton Resnick, Blanche and Hayward Cirker Charitable Lead Annuity Trust, Koo and Patricia Yuen, Lillian Goldman Programming Endowment, Seton J. Melvin, Thea Petschek Iervolino Foundation, Anita and Jay Kaufman, The Philip and Janice Levin Foundation, Kate W. Cassidy Foundation, The Blanche and Irving Laurie Foundation, The Ambrose Monell Foundation, Ellen and James S. Marcus, The Charina Endowment Fund, The Marc Haas Foundation and public television viewers.
Episodes
Explores the life, works and beliefs of the late writer and civil rights activist.
A father of bebop, Charlie Parker influenced generations of musicians.
Alice Waters has made it her mission in life to make sure that people eat beautifully.
Watch the full documentary on Lennon's life in New York City during the 1970s.
Pulitzer Prize- and National Book Award-winning novelist Philip Roth
The first documentary about the legend behind much of the bold television of the '70s.
Today’s American food movement can be traced back to one man: James Beard.
Tyrus Wong's pioneering artwork led to iconic works like Bambi and Rebel Without a Cause.
Follow the country music superstar’s journey from segregated Mississippi to Nashville.
Explore four-time Tony-winning playwright Terrence McNally's work in theater.
Delve into the enigmatic life of Pulitzer Prize-winning author and poet N. Scott Momaday
Discover the man behind the legend.
Extras
Quincy Jones discusses his early career, friendships and how he defines himself.
Discover the life of singer Brenda Lee and her musical hits spanning genres and decades.
Explore Brad Lomax’s under-reported contributions to the early disability justice movement.
Explore Brad Lomax’s under-reported contributions to the early disability justice movement.
The story of a composer and pianist known as one of the greatest musicians of the 19th century.
The story of a composer and pianist known as one of the greatest musicians of the 19th century.
The story of a disabled street musician who fought for parental rights.
The story of a disabled street musician who fought for parental rights.
Explore the story of the U.S. Senator for Hawai'i who championed the cause of justice and equality.
Explore the story of the U.S. Senator for Hawai’i who championed the cause of justice and equality.