Tony Vaccaro Obituary, Funeral

Tony Vaccaro is an American photographer.

Vaccaro was best known for his photos taken in Europe during 1944 and 1945, and in Germany immediately following World War II. He subsequently became a fashion and lifestyle photographer in American magazines.

Vaccaro was sent to Europe as a private in the 83rd Infantry Division of the US Army. He fought in Normandy, Belgium, Luxembourg and Germany.

After his return to the US IN 1949, he worked for Flair and Look before joining the magazine Life. Between 1950 and 1973, Vaccaro worked extensively as a celebrity and fashion photographer.

He died on December 29, 2022, at the age of 100. The cause of his death is unknown.