Glenn O'Brien

Glenn O'Brien
O'Brien in 2015
BornMarch 2, 1947
DiedApril 7, 2017(2017-04-07) (aged 70)
OccupationWriter
Alma mater
Notable awardsNamed one of Top 10 Most Stylish Men in America by GQ
Spouse
  • Jude Jade
  • Barbara Egan
  • Gina Nanni (m. 1999)
Children2

Glenn O'Brien (March 2, 1947 – April 7, 2017) was an American writer who focused largely on the subjects of art, music, and fashion. He was featured for many years as "The Style Guy" in GQ magazine and published a book with that title. He worked as a writer and editor at a number of publications, including Rolling Stone, Playboy, Interview, High Times, Spin, and Details. He also published the arts and literature magazine Bald Ego from 2003 to 2005.