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Claire Danes Says Artist Jean-Michel Basquiat Was Her Childhood Neighbor: 'He Was Very Sweet'
- Danes reveals she grew up near Jean-Michel Basquiat in New York, describing him as a neighbor in her building.
- She recalls Basquiat as 'very sweet' and remembers him fondly from growing up together in the same era.
- Danes describes her New York upbringing as unconventional, with a loft, a swing, and a trapeze shared with artist neighbors.
- She notes Basquiat’s era included other famous artists and the broader art scene of Crosby Street and the Bowery.
- The piece situates Basquiat in the context of his Warhol collaborations and his untimely death in 1998.
- Danes reflects on the contrast of New York’s art world then, including mafia presence, with the city's current environment.
- The article includes related stories linking Danes to other 1990s icons and a broader look at Basquiat's influence.
- The interview appears on People’s platform, with standard editorials and guidelines noted for reader interaction.
- Danes discusses the NY art scene's legacy on her generation and its influence on her career.
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