What is Peter Allen's middle name?
Richard
What is Peter Allen's full name?
Peter Richard Allen Woolnough
Peter Allen date of birth:
February 10, 1944
How old was Peter Allen when died?
48
Where was Peter Allen born?
Tenterfield, New South Wales, Australia
When did Peter Allen die?
June 18, 1992
Where did Peter Allen die?
San Diego, California, USA
Why did Peter Allen die?
AIDS-related throat cancer
Peter Allen body shape:
Slim
Is Peter Allen gay or straight?
Gay
What is Peter Allen's ethnicity?
White
What is Peter Allen nationality?
Australian
What is Peter Allen's occupation?
Composer, Actor, Writer
Peter Allen claim to fame:
Allen Brothers
What genre is Peter Allen's work?
Pop
What instruments does Peter Allen play?
Vocals, Piano
Short Biography
Peter Allen (born Peter Richard Woolnough; 10 February 1944 – 18 June 1992) was an Australian songwriter and entertainer. His songs were made popular by many recording artists, including Elkie Brooks, Melissa Manchester and Olivia Newton-John, with one, "Arthur's Theme", winning an Academy Award for Best Original Song in 1981. In addition to recording many albums, he enjoyed a cabaret and concert career, including appearing at the Radio City Music Hall riding a camel. His song "I Still Call Australia Home", used extensively in advertising campaigns, was added to the National Film and Sound Archive's Sounds of Australia registry in 2013.