Age, Biography and Wiki
Sharon Gannon was born on 4 July, 1951 in Washington, D.C., United States, is an An American animal rights activist. Discover Sharon Gannon's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is she in this year and how she spends money? Also learn how she earned most of networth at the age of 72 years old?
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| Occupation |
Yoga teacher, animal rights advocate, singer, painter, songwriter, author, choreographer, dancer |
| Age |
72 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Cancer |
| Born |
4 July, 1951 |
| Birthday |
4 July |
| Birthplace |
Washington, D.C., United States |
| Nationality |
United States
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Sharon Gannon Height, Weight & Measurements
At 72 years old, Sharon Gannon height not available right now. We will update Sharon Gannon's Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible.
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Dating & Relationship status
She is currently single. She is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about She's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, She has no children.
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Sharon Gannon Net Worth
Her net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Sharon Gannon worth at the age of 72 years old? Sharon Gannon’s income source is mostly from being a successful teacher. She is from United States. We have estimated Sharon Gannon's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2024 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2024 |
Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2023 |
Pending |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
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Not Available |
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| Source of Income |
teacher |
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Timeline
Sharon Gannon (born July 4, 1951 in Washington, D.C.) is a yoga teacher, animal rights advocate, musician, author, dancer and choreographer.
Along with David Life, she is the co-founder of the Jivamukti Yoga method.
Gannon studied Dance at the University of Washington.
She began studying yoga, meditation and bhakti practices in 1969.
Gannon was involved with dance, performance art, and music in the Seattle art scene of the late 1970s and early 1980s before moving to New York with musician Sue Ann Harkey in 1983.
In Seattle, Gannon co-founded the band Audio Letter with Sue Ann Harkey and was part of the group that founded the Salon Apocalypse performance art salon.
She and Sue Ann Harkey founded the band Audio Letter in 1980; its album It Is This It Is Not This was praised by critics.
Gannon danced, directed and choreographed for her dance company Moon-Food in the 1980s.
She met her creative partner David Life in 1982, and started teaching yoga in 1984.
She and Life studied Sivananda Yoga in India in 1986, and co-founded the Jivamukti Yoga Center in New York on their return.
In 1990 they studied Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga in Mysore under Pattabhi Jois.
Since 1993, Gannon has presented annually at national and international conferences.
In 1999 she helped to set up the Animal Mukti Free Spay & Neuter Clinic at the Humane Society of New York City.
It reduced the number of unwanted pets that had to be put down in the city by 30%.
She was nominated for the "Gutsiest Woman of the Year 1999" by Jane Magazine and awarded the Compassionate Living Award by Farm Sanctuary in 2008.
In 2004, with David Life, she was recognized as "Friend of Ferals" by the Humane Society of New York and Neighborhood Cats.
She and Life perform in the 2007 Asana: Sacred Dance of the Yogis; she features also in the 2008 Guruji.
Gannon has written essays, short stories and poems, and articles for magazines including Yoga Journal, Origin, Mantra, and Chronogram.
Her books, some co-written with David Life, include:
The Farm Sanctuary awarded Gannon and life the 2008 Compassionate Living Award.
She has worked with PETA on various projects and campaigns as a "vanguard member".
In 2009 she began organizing the Jivamukti Tribe Gathering conference for advanced teachers.
Gannon has performed on vocals and violin in various bands, and in 2010 issued a solo album Sharanam.
Her gurus are Shri Brahmananda Saraswati, [https://jivamuktiyoga.com/swami-nirmalananda/#:~:text=Swami%20Nirmalananda%20believed%20in%20the,practiced%20silence%20for%2011%20years.
Swami Nirmalananda], and Sri K. Pattabhi Jois.
Through the grace of Shyamdas, she was initiated into the Pustimarg Sampradaya through Shri Milanbaba Goswami.
In 2017, Gannon and Life transferred the ownership and operations of Jivamukti Yoga to Camilla Veen and Hari Mulukutla under the name of Jivamukti Global.
Jivamukti Yoga is taught worldwide at Jivamukti Yoga Schools, and affiliated centers.
Her celebrity students include Sting, Russell Simmons, Madonna, and Uma Thurman.
Gannon is a lifelong and outspoken advocate for the rights of animals and ethical veganism.
