Pioneering US video artist Bill Viola dies aged 73


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Bill Viola died at the age of 73 from Alzheimer's disease, the Bill Viola studio announced in a press release on July 13. Photo: AFP

Bill Viola, a pioneer in new media, video and installation art including immersive exhibits that drew thousands around the world, has died at age 73, his official website announced on Saturday.

He died at his home in Long Beach, California, after a long struggle with early-onset Alzheimer's disease, the Los Angeles Times reported.

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