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Part 3: Basquiat's Sisters on Him Passing Away w/ No Will, Didn't Know He Had Heroin Addiction
Part 1: Jean-Michel Basquiat's Sisters Lisane & Jeanine on How He Started Painting
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In this clip, Lisane Basquiat and Jeanine Heriveaux discussed their brother's foray into the art world. As a teenager, Basquiat began creating a theme that he deemed a "faux religion" and began leaving his mark around Manhattan. Vlad likened Basquiat's approach to early social media posts, as he used his art to repeatedly broadcast a theme or get people’s attention. Following a high school prank, Basquiat was expelled, sparking concern from his parents as his future appeared uncertain. Despite initial challenges, Basquiat found his first break in the media world through an article in "The Village Voice" in 1978. His work transitioned from street art to canvas, and he sold his first piece to Blondie frontwoman Debbie Harry. As his notoriety grew, Basquiat's financial success in the art world flourished despite the early disapproval from his family.
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