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Neil Leslie Diamond is born in Brooklyn, New York, to Rose and Akeeba (Kieve) Diamond, children of Jewish immigrants. Neil’s maternal grandparents were Abraham and Molly Rapaport, who emigrated from Russia. His paternal grandparents were Abram and Sadie Diamond, who emigrated from Poland. Kieve was a shopkeeper who operated several businesses in various Brooklyn locations. Neil’s Astrological Chart contributed by IAIS member “S”

Harvey Diamond, Neil’s only brother, is born in Brooklyn, New York.

Neil enters Lincoln High School in Brooklyn, where his activities include membership in both the Choral Group and the Fencing Team.

Neil receives his first guitar as a birthday present.

Neil graduates from Lincoln High.