Biography
Who is Kate Pierson?
Early life and education
Catherine Elizabeth Pierson was born in Weehawken, New Jersey on April 27, 1948, and she grew up in Rutherford. She briefly attended Wheaton College located in Wheaton, Illinois before she transferred to Boston University. At Boston University, she successfully earned her journalism degree.
Music career and the B-52s
While living in Athens, Georgia, Kate Pierson met the other individuals who would form the B-52s. The band officially formed in October 1976 and initially played a few local parties before traveling to New York City for larger shows. The group members soon began commuting regularly between Athens and New York to play live music gigs.
Collaborations and other projects
Throughout her career, Kate Pierson has collaborated with numerous well-known musicians and bands. In the early 1980s, she worked with the Ramones on the song Chop Suey alongside Cindy Wilson and Debbie Harry. She also contributed vocals to Iggy Pop on the 1990 Top thirty song Candy.
Personal life and relationships
In a 2015 interview, Kate Pierson stated that she identifies as bisexual. She was previously married to Brian Cokayne, whom she met while living in Europe during the early 1970s. From 1981 to 1996, she was in a relationship with the artist Tim Rollins.
Birthday and age
Kate Pierson was born on April 27, 1948, which makes Kate 78 years old today. That birthday falls under the Taurus sign. Kate shares the date with 59 other famous people.
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