Yoko Ono

Acting, Tokyo, Japan

Biography

Yoko Ono is a Japanese artist, musician, author and peace activist, known for her work in avant-garde art, music and filmmaking as well as her marriage to John Lennon. Ono brought feminism to the forefront through her music which prefigured New Wave music (whether she was a direct influence is still debated). She is a supporter of gay rights and is known for her philanthropic contributions to the arts, peace and AIDS outreach programs.

Also Known As

小野洋子

오노 요코

Youko Ono

Yôko Ono

Ono Yōko

オノ・ヨーコ

Yoko Ono Lennon

Yōko Ono