List of Famous people born in New Haven, United States of America

Karen Carpenter

First Name Karen

Last Name Carpenter

Born on March 2, 1950

Died on February 4, 1983 (aged 32)

Born in United States of America, Connecticut, New Haven

Height 163 cm | 5'4

Karen Anne Carpenter was an American drummer and singer who, along with her elder brother Richard, was part of the duo the Carpenters. She was praised for her three-octave contralto vocal range and drumming abilities. Her struggles with eating disorders would later raise awareness of anorexia and body dysmorphia.

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Richard Carpenter

First Name Richard

Last Name Carpenter

Born on October 15, 1946 (age 77)

Born in United States of America, Connecticut, New Haven

Richard Lynn Carpenter is an American musician, record producer, songwriter, and music arranger, who formed half of the sibling duo The Carpenters alongside his sister Karen. He has had numerous roles including record producer, arranger, pianist, keyboardist, lyricist, and composer, as well as joining with Karen on harmony vocals. He has had a minor acting career, beginning with his cameo in The Karen Carpenter Story.

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