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Karen O

Also known as Karen Lee Orzolek, Karen Orzolek

Born
Nov 22, 1978age 47
height
5'6" (or 167 cm)
body type
Slim

Career

Active 2000 – present

Biography

About Karen O

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With jet-black hair and brown eyes, Karen O cuts a striking figure on stage. She is a South Korean-born American actress, influencer, musician, and YouTuber, best known as the lead vocalist of the indie rock band Yeah Yeah Yeahs. Karen O, born Karen Lee Orzolek on Wednesday 22nd of November 1978 in Busan, Korea, Republic of, is of Korean and Polish descent. She stands 5'6" and has a slim build.

Karen O has been active in the music industry since 2000, amassing a career spanning over two decades. She has dated Spike Jonze and Liars lead singer Angus Andrew, the latter inspiring the Yeah Yeah Yeahs' song "Maps." In December 2011, she married director Barnaby Clay, and their son Django was born in August 2015. With over 404,000 Instagram followers, she also maintains a presence on YouTube. Her natural look and real tattoos complement her artistic persona.

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Years Active
2000-present (started around 21 years old; 26 years active)
Birthplace
Busan, Yeongnam, Korea, Republic of
Ethnicity
Mixed-race

Body

Hair Color
Black
Eye Color
Brown
Weight
130 lbs (or 59 kg)

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Instagram Followers
404k (as of July 2026)

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What is Karen O's cultural background?

Karen O is of Korean and Polish descent, born in South Korea and holding American nationality.

Who is Karen O's spouse?

Karen O married director Barnaby Clay in December 2011, and they have a son named Django born in August 2015.

What is the inspiration behind the Yeah Yeah Yeahs' song 'Maps'?

The song 'Maps' was written about Angus Andrew, lead singer of Liars, whom Karen O dated.

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