| Age | 79 (age at death) |
| Birthday | 5 September, 1912 |
| Birthplace | Los Angeles, CA, USA |
| Died | 12 August, 1992 |
| Place of Death | New York City, NY, USA |
| Hair Color | Brown - Dark |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Composer |
| Claim to Fame | 4′33″ for any instrument or combination of instruments (August 1952, second version 1962) |
John Milton Cage Jr. (September 5, 1912 – August 12, 1992) was an American composer, music theorist, artist, and philosopher. A pioneer of indeterminacy in music, electroacoustic music, and non-standard use of musical instruments, Cage was one of the leading figures of the post-war avant-garde. Critics have lauded him as one of the most influential composers of the 20th century. He was also instrumental in the development of modern dance, mostly through his association with choreographer Merce Cunningham, who was also Cage's romantic partner for most of their lives.
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