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Artist David Hockney, known for his paintings of pools shimmering in the Los Angeles sunshine, died Thursday at 88.

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Who
David Hockney, Erica Bolton (publicist)
What
Artist David Hockney, known for his paintings of pools shimmering in the Los Angeles sunshine, died Thursday at 88.
When
Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:48:00 GMT · 4h 31m ago
Where
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Why
His publicist announced his passing.
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The death of David Hockney marks the loss of a major British artist whose work spanned seven decades, leaving behind an influential body of art that shaped perceptions of modern and pop art. His unique style, particularly his vibrant depictions of Southern California, will continue to resonate globally.

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  1. U.S. Domestic4h 31m ago
    Artist David Hockney, whose paintings of pools shimmering in the Los Angeles sunshine became icons of 20th-century art, died Thursday, his publicist said.
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    Artist David Hockney, known for his paintings of pools shimmering in the Los Angeles sunshine, died Thursday at 88.

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