United States architect known for his steel framed skyscrapers and for coining the phrase `form follows function' (1856-1924)
"The Sullivan Building stands as a testament to William E. Le Baron Jenney's early work in Chicago, though it was Louis Sullivan who later became famous for his steel-framed skyscrapers and the principle that form follows function."
United States psychiatrist (1892-1949)
"During his tenure at the clinic, Dr. Sullivan pioneered a new approach to treating schizophrenia based on interpersonal interactions."
United States host on a well known television variety show (1902-1974)
"During his tenure as the United States host on a well-known television variety show, Sullivan entertained audiences from 1953 to 1963."
United States educator who was the teacher and lifelong companion of Helen Keller (1866-1936)
"Anne Sullivan dedicated her life to teaching Helen Keller how to communicate through touch."
English composer of operettas who collaborated with the librettist William Gilbert (1842-1900)
"The audience loved Sullivan's witty comic opera that he wrote together with his longtime collaborator William Gilbert."
A surname, from Irish of Irish origin.
"The Sullivan family has lived in this town for generations, preserving their Irish heritage."
The surname Sullivan is a shortened form of the Irish name Ó Súilleabháin. It entered English usage as an Anglicized version of this original Gaelic family name.