David Bowie was a musician, and an actor. He was known for his innovative music and his androgynous appearance. He was also known for his many different personas, including Ziggy Stardust, Aladdin Sane, and the Thin White Duke. In this photo, Bowie is dressed as his character Ziggy Stardust, with his signature orange hair and blue eyeshadow. He is standing in a coffee shop, making coffee. The photo was taken in 1972, during the Ziggy Stardust era.