Frank O'Hara (1926-1966) was an American poet and a key figure in the New York City art scene of the 1950s and 1960s. He was a leading member of the New York School of poets, a group that included John Ashbery, Kenneth Koch, and James Schuyler. O'Hara's poetry is known for its vibrant, conversational style and its eclectic mix of high and low culture, blending everyday experiences with references to visual art, music, and urban life. Much of his work is characterized by its spontaneity and its personal, intimate tone, often drawing from his own experiences and relationships. In addition to his poetry, O'Hara was also an art critic and a curator at the Museum of Modern Art. His untimely death at the age of 40 was the result of a tragic accident on Fire Island, New York. Despite his short career, O'Hara left a significant impact on American poetry and remains influential to this day.