Born as Walter Carlos in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, USA, later known as Wendy Carlos.
Wendy Carlos was born on November 14, 1939, in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. Originally named Walter Carlos, she later became widely known under the name Wendy Carlos. Her early years in Rhode Island set the foundation for what would become a trailblazing career in electronic music and sound composition. From her youth, Carlos exhibited a talent for music and science, showing an early interest that would define her innovative path in these fields. Her birth in this American state marks the beginning of a life that would significantly influence the development of electronic music.