Renaissance man
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Through him, we are allowed a rare glimpse into the street-level experiences of a common Renaissance man.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026
I recently spoke with Weller about the legacy and politics of “RoboCop,” his long career, turn as a Renaissance man, the importance of jazz and his friendship with Miles Davis.
From Salon • Apr. 19, 2025
Now, the composer Joseph Boulogne would be hailed as a Renaissance man: artist, athlete, intellectual, soldier.
From New York Times • Jan. 22, 2024
“He was a true Renaissance man — he was fascinated by science and culture and would turn those passions into knowledge,” Peter McCallum said.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 25, 2023
Today, there’s a term for this range of talents: a Renaissance man.
From "The Mona Lisa Vanishes" by Nicholas Day
