Brigitte Gerney
Liechtensteiner woman who survived a crane crash in 1985
About Brigitte Gerney
Lived 1936 – 2021 (aged 85). Brigitte Gerney was a Liechtensteiner.
Brigitte Gerney (14 March 1936 – 11 June 2021) was a Liechtenstein-born woman who was known as the Crane Lady.
Biography Gerney was born as Brigitte Risch in Vaduz, Liechtenstein on 14 March 1936 to Martin Risch, a member of parliament.
In 1985, her legs were severely injured when a crane collapsed on her in New York. Later, she received $10 million in damages.
In June 2021, she died at the age of 85.
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Who was Brigitte Gerney?
Liechtensteiner woman who survived a crane crash in 1985 (1936–2021)
When was Brigitte Gerney born?
Brigitte Gerney was born on 14 March 1936 in Vaduz.
When did Brigitte Gerney die?
Brigitte Gerney died on 11 June 2021 in Southampton.
What nationality was Brigitte Gerney?
Brigitte Gerney was Liechtensteiner.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Brigitte Gerney. https://biography.guide/brigitte-gerney/
MLA: "Brigitte Gerney." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/brigitte-gerney/.
Chicago: "Brigitte Gerney." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/brigitte-gerney/.
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