John Lennon: Quick Facts

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Also Known As	John Winston Ono Lennon
Born	October 9, 1940 • Liverpool • England
Died	December 8, 1980 (aged 40) • New York City • New York
Awards And Honors	Grammy Award • Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum (1994) • Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum (1988) • Grammy Award (1981) • Grammy Award (1970) • Grammy Award (1966)
Notable Works	“Double Fantasy” • “Imagine” • “John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band” • “Some Time in New York City”
Notable Family Members	spouse Yoko Ono