Eve Arnold

Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA on April 21, 1912 — died January 4, 2012 (aged 99)

Eve Arnold was a trailblazing American photojournalist who made history as the first female member of Magnum Photos. Her iconic portraits of famous figures, such as Marilyn Monroe, and her extensive coverage of social issues over a span of six decades, have cemented her legacy as a photography pioneer.