William Alexander
Painter

William Alexander Net Worth

William Alexander was a German painter and art instructor born on April 2, 1915. He is best known for his PBS television programs The Art of Bill Alexander and The Magic of Oil Painting, which he hosted and launched. He was a renowned artist and teacher who inspired many to pursue their passion for art.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day April 2, 1915
Birth Place Germany
Age 105 YEARS OLD
Died On Jan 24, 1997 (age 81)
Birth Sign Aries

💰 Net worth: $85 Million (2024)

About

German Painter and art instructor best known for launching and hosting the PBS television programs The Art of Bill Alexander and The Magic of Oil Painting.

Before Fame

After being drafted into the German army during the Second World War, Alexander immigrated to the United States with the help of his Allied captors, many of whose wives sat for portraits with him.

Trivia

He is well known for using the wet-on-wet oil paint technique. 

Family Life

He spent his early years in East Prussia and Berlin, Germany.

Associated With

He instructed Bob Ross in oil painting and inspired Ross' own television art program, The Joy of Painting.

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