David Hockney: Tributes paid to a 'giant' and 'true icon' of British art

David Hockney, one of the UK's most important and influential artists, died peacefully at home on 11 June 2026 at age 88. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer paid tribute to 'one of Britain's most celebrated artists'. Tate Britain director Alex Farquharson hailed him as an 'endlessly inventive artist'. Hockney was famous for vibrant works including Yorkshire landscapes, LA swimming pools, and iPad portraits.