Gonzalo le batard biography for kids

David Adam Le Batard (19 November 1972 – 1 August 2023), also known by the nickname LEBO, was a Cuban-American graphic and fine artist based in Miami, Florida, best known for his murals, live painting and sculpture.

Gonzalo le batard biography for kids

He was described as having been one of southern Florida's "most recognizable artists", and "almost an institution" in the art world for his wide range of media, projects, and locations.

Personal history

Le Batard was born in New York City on 19 November 1972, to Cuban immigrant parents, Gonzalo and Lourdes Le Batard.

He was raised in South Florida, where he attended the Chaminade-Madonna College Preparatory School in Hollywood, Florida, then Florida International University. He won the 1990 Silver Knight Award for art in Broward County, Florida, and later judged that competition.

He was a lecturer in residence at the International Museum of Cartoon Art while attending