Back in the 60s, San Francisco artists lived in communes.

Gedde Watanabe American actor and comedian

Meaning of the quote

In the 1960s, many artists in San Francisco lived together in shared housing called "communes." This allowed them to support each other and focus on their creative work, instead of worrying about things like rent or food. Living in these communal spaces was a way for the artists to connect with each other and express their ideas and values through their art.

About Gedde Watanabe

Gary “Gedde” Watanabe is an acclaimed American actor known for voicing the character of Ling in the Mulan films, as well as playing memorable roles in movies like Sixteen Candles and Gung Ho. He was also an original cast member of the Stephen Sondheim musical Pacific Overtures and appeared in the NBC medical drama ER.

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