British artist David Hockney is dead

Celebrated British artist, David Hockney, has died at the age of 88.

His publicist, Erica Bolton, confirmed that the renowned artist died peacefully at his home on Thursday, June 11, 2026, about one month before his 89th birthday.

“The celebrated British artist David Hockney, one of the most important figures in contemporary art in both the 20th and 21st centuries, passed away peacefully at home on 11 June 2026, one month short of his 89th birthday,” Bolton said in a statement.

Hockney was widely regarded as one of Britain’s most influential modern artists and a major figure in the Pop Art movement.

He rose to prominence in the 1960s with works that became central to English pop art.

His paintings of swimming pools and swimmers, particularly those inspired by life in California, became some of his most recognisable works.

Apart from pool scenes, Hockney also painted gardens, countryside landscapes, portraits of people close to him, and several self-portraits during his long career.

In recent years, the artist had battled health challenges and was said to have had full-time carers at his home.

He suffered a minor stroke in 2013 but continued to work and exhibit.

His latest exhibition paid tribute to members of his inner circle, including portraits of Thomas Mupfupi, one of his carers, and Jack Ransome, who makes his glasses.

Hockney’s death brings to an end a remarkable career that spanned more than six decades and left a lasting mark on contemporary art.