Richard Wagner

Full Name: Wilhelm Richard Wagner
Profession: Composer

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Why Famous: Primarily known for his operas. Unlike most opera composers, he wrote both the libretto and the music for each of his stage works. His life was characterised by political exile, turbulent love affairs, poverty and repeated flight from his creditors.

His most famous opera include "The Flying Dutchman" and "The Ring of the Nibelung"

Born: May 22, 1813
Birthplace: Leipzig, Saxony, Germany
Star Sign: Gemini

Died: February 13, 1883 (aged 69)
Cause of Death: Heart attack