Kevin Carter
South African photojournalist with Pulitzer
Born
September 13th, 1960
65 years ago
Died
July 27th, 1994
31 years ago — 33 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
South Africa
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A South African photojournalist gained recognition for powerful photographic documentation of humanitarian crises. The work captured in coverage of the famine in Sudan in 1993 led to a Pulitzer Prize for Feature Photography. This photograph depicted a starving child and a vulture waiting nearby, striking a chord globally and raising awareness regarding the dire situation in the country. The profound impact of this image on public consciousness remains significant as it highlighted the severe effects of famine and conflict. His career included contributions to various publications, emphasizing the importance of visual storytelling in journalism.
Won the Pulitzer Prize for Feature Photography in 1994
Captured the iconic image of a starving child in Sudan
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