| Birth Day | June 8, 1921 |
| Birth Place | Saint Paul, MN |
| Age | 99 YEARS OLD |
| Died On | Jun 20, 2012 (age 91) |
| Birth Sign | Gemini |
Leroy Neiman, known as a painter in Minnesota, has made a significant impact in the art world throughout his career. With multiple successful exhibitions and a renowned artistic style, Neiman has gained recognition and financial success. As of 2024, his net worth is estimated to be around $20 million. Neiman's unique ability to capture the essence of sports events, celebrities, and scenes of everyday life has endeared him to art collectors and enthusiasts alike. His distinct colorful and energetic style has made a lasting imprint in the art world, solidifying his place as one of the most celebrated painters of his time.
Expressionist Painter known for his brightly colored screen prints of Musicians and athletes. He worked for Playboy Magazine for five decades, creating the Femlin character on the Party Jokes page.
He served in the United States Army during World War II, where he frequently painted sets for Red Cross performances. He used the G.I. Bill to attend the School of The Art Institute of Chicago. He was hired by Playboy in 1954.
He created numerous paintings based on the Super Bowl, the Olympics, the World Series, and other sporting events.
He was born of Swedish ancestry; he rejected his original surname, Runquist, after his father abandoned the family. He adopted his stepfather's surname instead. He married Janet Byrne in 1957.
He met Hugh Hefner when they both worked for the Carson Pirie Scott department store chain.
