CulturePublished: 12 June 2026 at 14:58
Famous British Artist David Hockney Dies at 88
British artist David Hockney, known for his iconic pool paintings, has died at the age of 88.
David Hockney Passes Away
World-renowned British artist David Hockney has died at the age of 88. His representatives announced that he passed away on Thursday, June 12, 2026, at his home in London, just a few weeks before his 89th birthday.
Hockney was born on July 9, 1937, in England but spent much of his life in Southern California. He later returned to Europe, continuing his creative work inspired by the landscapes of Yorkshire and Normandy in France.
He became one of the most recognizable British artists. His paintings of shimmering Los Angeles swimming pools became icons of 20th-century art. Hockney's works sold for record prices at auctions.
