David Hockney, the influential British painter who shaped contemporary art for nearly seven decades, has died at 88, according to Variety. Long recognized as one of the most important figures in modern visual culture, Hockney's fearless innovations in color, perspective, and artistic expression left an indelible mark on generations of artists worldwide. His legacy spans painting, photography, and design—a body of work that fundamentally altered how we see and create.

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