Terry O'Neill
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Terry O'Neill

United Kingdom • 1938 - 2019  59 followers

Everyone wants to be Cary Grant. Even I want to be Cary Grant.

Biography

Terry O'Neill is a British photographer internationally renowned for his iconic portraits of film, music and pop culture stars from the 1960s to the 2000s. Trained at the London College of Printing, he quickly established himself as one of the most influential photographers on the international scene thanks to his spontaneous and natural approach to celebrity photography .

His iconic work immortalizes legendary figures such as The Beatles, David Bowie, Audrey Hepburn, Mick Jagger and Brigitte Bardot, capturing both their glamour and vulnerability. Terry O'Neill is known for his unique style of blending photojournalism and fashion photography, often shot outdoors in natural light, which gives his images a rare intensity and authenticity.

His photographs have been exhibited in prestigious museums such as the National Portrait Gallery in London and the Victoria and Albert Museum. He has also published several landmark photo books, including "All About Me" (2011) and "The Terry O'Neill Archive." His images are included in the permanent collections of major international institutions.

Terry O'Neill has received numerous awards throughout his career, including the prestigious Royal Photographic Society's Centenary Medal in 2010, recognizing his outstanding contribution to artistic and cultural photography. His influence continues in the world of contemporary photography, and his photographs remain pop culture icons .

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Photography, Audrey Hepburn St Tropez (S), Terry O'Neill

Terry O'Neill

Photography . 40.6 x 50.8 cm Photography . 16 x 20 inch

€2,688

Print, Audrey Hepburn Swims, Terry O'Neill

Terry O'Neill

Print . 41 x 51 cm Print . 16.1 x 20.1 inch

€9,500

Photography, Raquel Welch On The Beach, Terry O'Neill

Terry O'Neill

Photography . 51 x 61 x 0.001 cm Photography . 20.1 x 24 x 0 inch

€2,900

Photography, Audrey Hepburn St Tropez (M), Terry O'Neill

Terry O'Neill

Photography . 50.8 x 61 cm Photography . 20 x 24 inch

€3,585

Photography, Muhammad Ali (M), Terry O'Neill

Terry O'Neill

Photography . 61 x 50.8 cm Photography . 24 x 20 inch

€3,585

Photography, Muhammad Ali (S), Terry O'Neill

Terry O'Neill

Photography . 50.8 x 40.6 cm Photography . 20 x 16 inch

€2,688

Photography, Liza Minnelli smoking (M), Terry O'Neill

Terry O'Neill

Photography . 61 x 50.8 cm Photography . 24 x 20 inch

€3,585

Photography, Liza Minnelli smoking (S), Terry O'Neill

Terry O'Neill

Photography . 50.8 x 40.6 cm Photography . 20 x 16 inch

€2,688

Photography, Elvis Presley (S), Terry O'Neill

Terry O'Neill

Photography . 50.8 x 40.6 cm Photography . 20 x 16 inch

€2,688

Photography, Elvis Presley (M), Terry O'Neill

Terry O'Neill

Photography . 61 x 50.8 cm Photography . 24 x 20 inch

€3,585

Photography, Claudia Cardinale (S), Terry O'Neill

Terry O'Neill

Photography . 50.8 x 40.6 cm Photography . 20 x 16 inch

€2,688

Photography, Claudia Cardinale (M), Terry O'Neill

Terry O'Neill

Photography . 61 x 50.8 cm Photography . 24 x 20 inch

€3,585

Photography, Roger Moore as James Bond (M), Terry O'Neill

Terry O'Neill

Photography . 61 x 50.8 cm Photography . 24 x 20 inch

€3,585

Photography, Roger Moore as James Bond (S), Terry O'Neill

Terry O'Neill

Photography . 50.8 x 40.6 cm Photography . 20 x 16 inch

€2,688

Photography, Mick Jagger (M), Terry O'Neill

Terry O'Neill

Photography . 61 x 50.8 cm Photography . 24 x 20 inch

€3,585

Photography, Mick Jagger (S), Terry O'Neill

Terry O'Neill

Photography . 50.8 x 40.6 cm Photography . 20 x 16 inch

€2,688

Photography, Sean Connery with Camera (M), Terry O'Neill

Terry O'Neill

Photography . 61 x 50.8 cm Photography . 24 x 20 inch

€3,585

Photography, Sean Connery with Camera (S), Terry O'Neill

Terry O'Neill

Photography . 50.8 x 40.6 cm Photography . 20 x 16 inch

€2,688

Photography, Jimmy Page (M), Terry O'Neill

Terry O'Neill

Photography . 61 x 50.8 cm Photography . 24 x 20 inch

€3,585

Photography, Jimmy Page (S), Terry O'Neill

Terry O'Neill

Photography . 50.8 x 40.6 cm Photography . 20 x 16 inch

€2,688

Photography, Sammy Davis, Jr., Terry O'Neill

Terry O'Neill

Photography . 40.6 x 30.5 cm Photography . 16 x 12 inch

€4,391

Photography, Amy Winehouse (S), Terry O'Neill

Terry O'Neill

Photography . 40.6 x 30.5 cm Photography . 16 x 12 inch

€4,391

Photography, David Bowie Isolar Tour, Terry O'Neill

Terry O'Neill

Photography . 40.6 x 50.8 cm Photography . 16 x 20 inch

€5,825

Photography, Brigitte Bardot with Dog, Terry O'Neill

Terry O'Neill

Photography . 30.5 x 40.6 cm Photography . 12 x 16 inch

€4,391

Photography, The Beatles At Abbey Road (S), Terry O'Neill

Terry O'Neill

Photography . 30.5 x 40.6 cm Photography . 12 x 16 inch

€4,391

Photography, Audrey Hepburn St Tropez (L), Terry O'Neill

Terry O'Neill

Photography . 76.2 x 101.6 cm Photography . 30 x 40 inch

€5,825

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What is Terry O Neill's most famous work?
Terry O'Neill's most famous work is his iconic photograph of Elton John at Dodger Stadium in 1975. He is also renowned for portraits of celebrities like Brigitte Bardot, Audrey Hepburn, and The Beatles.
How old was Terry O'Neill when he died?
Terry O'Neill was 81 years old when he died. He passed away on November 16, 2019, having been born on July 30, 1938.
Who is Terry O Neill?
Terry O’Neill (1938–2019) was a renowned British photographer known for his iconic portraits of celebrities, musicians, and public figures from the 1960s onwards. His work captured legends like The Beatles, David Bowie, and Audrey Hepburn.