Star photographer Peter Beard is dead. He was 82 years old.
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Beard was found near his property in a densely forested area. His family confirms: “He died where he lived: in nature.”
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Icons such as David Bowie also stood in front of the lens of the nature photographer …
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Peter Beard was friends with the artist Andy Warhol.
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The photographer Peter Beard († 82) was reported missing around three weeks ago. His body has now been found near his property in a densely forested area in East Hampton, New York.
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The late wildlife photographer was discovered by a hunter at Camp Hero State Park (Long Island, New York), police said on Sunday that several US media reported. The officials rule out external influence.
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Beard’s daughter asked for help on Instagram: “I know this is the hardest time to ask for help. But my father is out there somewhere, missing. He is strong, but the nights have been cold and he has heart problems and I am afraid that with every minute that passes, the hope that he will survive fades. » The photographer not only suffered from heart problems, but is also said to have had dementia.
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Peter Beard photographed icons such as Mick Jagger and David Bowie
His family also confirmed the death of the artist on Instagram. «Peter was an exceptional man who led an extraordinary life. He lived life to the fullest, he squeezed every drop out of every day. » And further: «He died where he lived: in nature.»
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Peter Beard became known for his spectacular wildlife shots. He lived in Kenya on his own ranch for 23 years. Some of his paintings sold for more than $ 500,000 each. He was friends with legends like Andy Warhol (1928-1987). Mick Jagger (76) and David Bowie (1947-2016) stood in front of his camera. He also worked as a fashion photographer for Vogue. Peter Beard is survived by his wife Najma Khamm and daughter Zara. (paf)